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Russia

India, Russia Talk Defence Ties
The recent visit of India’s Navy chief underscored the closeness of defence ties with Russia. A failed Russian fighter bid won’t change that.

Dokdo Row Flares Again
An ongoing territorial row between Japan and South Korea over the Dokdo/Takeshima islets heats up again.
China's Jet Engine Future
Rapid improvements in China’s military jet engine capabilities have major implications for the global defence industry.
Kissinger's Visit, 40 Years On
Forty years after Henry Kissinger’s breakthrough visit to China, the implications are still being discussed.

World's Biggest Cyber Threat?
China is frequently described as the biggest cyber warfare threat to the West. The truth might be a little different.

Why the SCO Matters
How the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation could play a key role in reshaping Central and South Asia.
Japan, Russia Trade Kurils Barbs
Russia voices frustration after US offers support for Japan’s claims in the Kuril Islands dispute.

Japan’s Stealth Fighter Gambit
Tokyo seems poised to spend billions developing the country’s first homegrown stealth warplane. But is the Shinshin really meant for military service?

Why the ‘Anti-NATO’ Won’t Grow
The 10th anniversary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation failed to come up with anything new. It’s members kind of like it that way.

China Looms Over Russian Far East
While trade has been blossoming, lingering concerns over military technology and worries over an influx of Chinese workers could hurt ties.

Mongolia Eyes Russia Ties
With an eye on increasing its energy security, Mongolia looks to boost trade relations with neighbour Russia.

What Russia Fears in Asia
Despite its growing military and economic power, Russia doesn’t see China as a threat. The potential chaos in Central Asia is another matter.