Robert Gates

Gates' memoirs reveal the mainstream US thinking on China.

Plus China's naval ambitions, Taiwanese anti-ship missiles, Robert Gates' memoirs, and nuclear security. Weekend links.

Initial reviews of the former defense secretary’s memoirs suggest Obama made the right call on Afghanistan.

Robert Gates doesn't trust Pakistan and neither should the United States.

Minimum credible deterrence in South Asia, India-Japan relations, and Chinese parts in the F-35. Mid-week links.

The Pentagon’s latest report on China’s military had few surprises. But it still had some useful insights.

An increasingly cash-strapped America is promising significant cuts to its military. Coupled with a rising China, would the U.S. have to give up on its allies?

The U.S. Air Force is working on a new long-range bomber to assist with its pivot to the Asia-Pacific.

A programme broadcast on the military channel of China’s state TV raises new questions about Beijing’s support for cyber attacks.

Reports suggest North Korea has received thousands of military vehicles from China as Kim Jong-il visits Russia.

China is following a two-prong strategy with its impressive maritime build-up. The West is making a mistake if it underestimates the implications.