Syria

With proposals to expand the U.S. military, a strong focus on the Middle East, while simultaneously lowering taxes – all seem like moves from a former President’s playbook.

After decades of the West using the concept, Beijing is turning the tables.

Beijing’s ties with Iran, North Korea and position on the conflict in Syria undermine its global aspirations.

Russia’s naval base at Tartus provides multiple benefits Moscow may not so easily give up.

Assad’s fall will not be the disaster for Tehran that many envision. The Islamic Republic has adapted before and will do so again.

Despite ASEAN’s non-interference principle, Jakarta is seeking to uphold human rights in Burma and Syria.

Washington has seen all roads in Damascus as leading through Tehran. Why time and compromise could lead to a deal that saves lives.

Providing light anti-tank weaponry and non-lethal support for the opposition could help end the violence in Syria.

Assad’s chemical weapons risk turning Syria’s tragedy into something even more dreadful.

Regardless of PLAN’s current destination, its growing reach portends greater tensions.

Despite Russian and Chinese diplomatic maneuvers and a lack of Western intervention, the likely collapse of the Assad regime may be a regional game changer.

Will China change its stance on Syria or in the South China Sea? What is the future of cyberwarfare? Can America’s shift to the Pacific find success?