Silk Road

Will New Delhi Play Beijing's Bold Bilateral Game?

Gilgit-Baltistan: Nexus of a New Asian Economic Corridor

By Senge H. Sering

Both Pakistan and India are showing signs of opening this remote area to trade and investment.

China’s Delicate Pursuit of Natural Gas

By Mark Eels

As it seeks to reduce its dependence on coal, Beijing’s return to the Silk Road raises some unfamiliar security concerns.

New Rail Links to Boost China’s Western Access

By Rashad Karimov

This new Silk Road is to be made of steel, with overland connections energizing Central Asia.

India’s ‘Connect Central Asia Policy’

By K.M. Seethi

New Delhi has made it clear that it wants a closer relationship with the SCO and Central Asia.

Why China Isn’t Going to Collapse (Quickly)

Plus, the Chinese government turns its focus on developing Xi’an as a global business hub. Friday China links.

Kashgar on the Move

Well placed for Central Asian trade, China’s westernmost city is embracing the future, and saying goodbye to its past.

How China Makes North Korean Policy

Plus, China pushes ahead with its “high-speed Silk Road” project. Monday China links.

Kyoto Journal: A Psychographic Community in the Heart of Asia

Kyoto Journal shares thoughts on the joy of discovery and independent media in Asia today.

“Deep Web” Drug Peddling Site Atlantis Begins Advertising Push

Website offers illegal drugs online, promises “no fees, next day delivery.”

Why China Courts Eastern Europe

With tensions with Russia bubbling beneath the surface, China has been keen to build ties with Ukraine and Belarus. They’ve been happy to reciprocate.

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