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Ukraine
Crimea Could Weaken Russia's Pacific Fleet
By Robert Farley
In response to its invasion of Crimea, the EU will likely bar the sale of a pair of French Mistral warships.
The IMF, Ukraine, and the Asian Financial Crisis Hangover
By Yong Kwon
Could the Ukraine crisis help the IMF dispel lingering perceptions of credibility issues?
Russia in Crimea: When States Act Out of Insecurity
By Ankit Panda
Did Western policymakers in Ukraine forget that security is often the greatest foreign policy motivator?
In Ukraine, Russia Can’t Lose
By Zachary Keck
No matter which way Ukraine has turned in recent weeks, the West has proclaimed that Putin is winning.
Taiwan: Why China Backs Russia on Ukraine
By James R. Holmes
By calling for a peaceful solution to the Ukraine crisis, China is hoping that Kiev submits to Russia.
India Backs Russia’s ‘Legitimate Interests’ in Ukraine
By Zachary Keck
India broke with the international community in acknowledging that Russia has legitimate interests in Ukraine.
Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Japan's Ukraine Dilemma
By Shannon Tiezzi
The Ukraine crisis may force Japan to choose between its alliance with the US and its outreach to Russia.
Only Realists Spread Democracy
By Zachary Keck
History leaves no doubt that realists have been the most successful foreign policy faction in exporting democracy.
China Prioritizes Ukraine's 'Ethnic Groups' Over Its 'Territorial Integrity'
By Shannon Tiezzi
China has stopped voicing support for Ukraine's territorial integrity, which could set a dangerous precedent.
China Expands Defense Budget to $132 Billion
By Ankit Panda
Also, the J-20 has some changes, Russia tests an ICBM, and check out the Flashpoints podcast.
How Ukraine Spillover Could Complicate the US Withdrawal From Afghanistan
By Ankit Panda
Putin has an ace up his sleeve: shutting down the Northern Distribution Network.
Precedent Matters: What Ukraine Tells Us About East Asia's Disputes
By Robert Farley
Russia's invasion of Crimea will set some important precedents – precedents that could affect East Asia.