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Obama

On Nuclear Summit Sidelines, US, South Korea, and Japan Stand Against North Korea
By Ankit Panda

Americans Are Worried About China, But the Reasons Why Might Surprise You
By Ankit Panda

Why the US Is Trying to Squash China's New Development Bank
By Zachary Keck

Former US Defense Secretary Robert Gates Slams Obama's Leadership
By Ankit Panda

APAC's Weekly Agenda: April 29-May 5
The Diplomat presents its weekly list of happenings in the Asia-Pacific. Get the scoop on what’s ahead this week.

Four More Years for Obama? President-Elect Romney?
Who do you think will win America’s Presidential contest tomorrow? Share your thoughts…

Afghanistan: Why America's Longest War is NOT a Campaign Issue
U.S. forces are drawing down in Afghanistan and concluding the longest war in its history. Why is such an important issue being forgotten?

"Established Power" vs. "Rising Power"
While in China, U.S. Secretary of State Clinton dares to ask what may be the 21st century’s toughest question.

"Silly Season" on Both Sides of the Pacific
In Beijing and Washington, election politics are creating lots of tough talk.
Obama's 'Flat-Footed' Pivot
If the U.S. wants to successfully ‘pivot’ to Asia, the Obama Administration needs a more consistent approach.

Are Obama's Iran Sanctions A Ruse?
While no doubt painful for Tehran, U.S. sanctions are riddled with exemptions and may be in place mostly to sideline hawks, writes Robert Dreyfus.