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Ukraine crisis
America in Northeast Asia: Credibility and Deterrence
By Robert Dujarric
Why the United States should close the credibility gap in a tense region.
Kazakh Found Among Ukraine Separatists
By Casey Michel
The presence of an ethnic Kazakh among separatists in Eastern Ukraine is another reason for Astana to worry.
Russia and Japan’s Pipeline Dilemma
By Clint Richards
Despite Ukraine, both countries want a deal that could further the global energy rebalance.
What to Expect from Japan at Beijing APEC Summit
By Clint Richards
Abe’s ambitious goals will require tit-for-tat with three key partners.
Russia Sanctions Hit Central Asia Hard
By Casey Michel
Russia is not the only economy affected by the post-Crimea sanctions.
50 Dead in Latest Xinjiang Violence
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, what China learned from Russia, the militarization of the CCP, and the Sino-Indian border standoff. China links.
Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin Meet Ahead of SCO Summit
By Shannon Tiezzi
Ahead of the SCO summit, Xi and Putin discussed energy ties, the Ukraine crisis, and regional affairs.
A Former Japanese PM ‘Feels Sad’ for Putin
By Clint Richards
Putin’s Tokyo visit isn’t set, yet both sides show a desire to talk despite worsening Ukrainian crisis.
Putin’s Chilling Kazakhstan Comments
By Casey Michel
The Russian president fires a rhetorical warning shot across the bow of another neighbor.
A Putin-Abe Summit Doesn’t Threaten the US
By Clint Richards
Washington is quiet on the possible visit, and could potentially benefit from the talks.
Will Sanctions Stymie Russia’s Resurgence in Central Asia?
By Ryskeldi Satke
Moscow’s projects in the region are coming unglued just as the West steps up sanctions over the Ukraine crisis.
Putin Sends Mixed Messages to US and Japan
By Clint Richards
Moscow is drawing a line in the sand in Ukraine, while putting negotiations with Tokyo on ice.