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China
A Term Whose Time Has Come: The Indo-Pacific
The idea of an Indo-Pacific is not new and may better describe a region that is quickly shaping global events.
China's Oil Quest Comes to Iraq
While China’s oil dealings with countries like Iran and Sudan receive global attention, its budding relationship with Iraq may turn out to be the most important.
Hainan’s New Maritime Regulations: A Preliminary Analysis
Reports that China could board foreign ships in disputed waters are at least premature.
A Cold War Solution for the South China Sea?
Could the 1972 U.S.-Soviet Incidents at Sea (INCSEA) Agreement be a model to reduce tensions?
Sun Zhengcai, A Rising Star
The Diplomat’s Zachary Keck profiles one of China’s potential 6th generation leaders.
Big Summits, Old Problems
The ASEAN and East Asia summits ended with little progress having been made on the bloc’s most contentious issues.
China's New Passport Sparks Controversy
China’s refashioned passports features watermarks to some hotly disputed territories.
Clausewitz, Sun Tzu, or Mao Zedong?
Who do you consider the best military strategist? James Holmes surveys the field for some answers.
Foreign Policy Under Xi Jinping
MIT’s Taylor Fravel lays out some possible trends as China transitions to new leadership.
Planning for China's 'Fall'
Two decades ago the West was surprised by the Soviet Union’s collapse. Michael Auslin presents five trends to watch in China.
“Death by Blue Water Navy” Distracts from China’s Real Military Focus
Collins and Erickson respond to “Death by China” author Greg Autry.
New Summits: Old Problems
The ASEAN and East Asia Summits seem once again off to a shaky start thanks to the South China Sea.