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China's Factional Politics
China’s leadership transition has been seen as a victory for retired President Jiang Zemin — but change seems certain.
Xi Jinping's Chinese Dream
It seems China’s new leader has already begun to differentiate himself from his predecessor.
China, Taiwan and the Dalai Lama
In denying a visa to the Tibetan spiritual leader, President Ma of Taiwan missed a valuable opportunity.
India's South China Sea Gambit
A senior naval officer this week said that India is prepared to deploy naval vessels to protect its oil interests in the disputed waters.
North Korea’s Satellite Launch Dilemma
N. Korea’s upcoming satellite launch presents a unique challenge to its neighbors – and raises the stakes.
New Leaders: New Attitude?
Recent examples have some concerned that Beijing is taking a tougher line on a number of issues, including cross-Strait relations.
Fool's Errand: America's Pivot to Asia
As the U.S. stares down a “fiscal cliff”, some are arguing for an increase in defense spending to support America’s pivot to Asia. It could however create more problems than it solves.
Beijing's Goal: A New Normal
By acting as though it exercises jurisdiction over disputed areas, China hopes to create a new status quo.
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?