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United Kingdom
UK-Japan: Prime Minister May Tries to Allay Brexit Fears with State Visit
By Irina Angelescu
Was May's visit sufficient to alleviate Japanese concerns about Brexit?
From London to Yiwu in 17 Days: OBOR's British Connection
By Catherine Putz
After the westbound train's arrival in January, British officials heralded the launch of the eastbound train this week.
Japan and UK to Collaborate on Advanced Stealth Fighter Jet
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan and the United Kingdom have agreed to explore options to jointly develop a new fighter aircraft.
Australia and the Crown
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Australia's debate on becoming a republic continues to rage on.
What's Next in the Ablyazov Saga? French Court Set to Rule on Extradition
By Catherine Putz
The UN Special Rapporteur on Torture warns that if Ablyazov is extradited to Russia, he will likely end up back in Kazakhstan.
United Kingdom and Japan Hold First-Ever Joint Fighter Exercise
By Franz-Stefan Gady
For the first time since the end of World War II, British fighter aircraft are ‘targeting’ Japanese warplanes.
Conrad Prince on the United Kingdom's Cyber Strategy and Asia
By Ankit Panda
Conrad Prince, UK Cyber Ambassador, speaks with The Diplomat about cyber security and the Asia-Pacific.
UK-China Ties Put to the Test Over Hinkley Point Nuclear Power Project
By Ankit Panda
A surprise spying revelation may push a decision by Theresa May's new government.
Brexit: The American Founding Fathers Had it Right: Direct Democracy Is a Dead Duck
By Franz-Stefan Gady
David Cameron should have heeded Alexander Hamilton’s skepticism of ‘pure democracy.’
Post-Brexit, What Are the Geopolitical and Economic Consequences for Asia?
By Ankit Panda
The United Kingdom has voted to leave the European Union. How will that affect Asia?
Should Pakistan Celebrate Sadiq Khan’s Big Win in London?
By Umair Jamal
The political culture that allowed Khan's victory in London is sadly lacking in Pakistan.
Great Britain and Japan to Deepen Defense Cooperation
By Franz-Stefan Gady
London and Tokyo aim to tighten their defense relations in 2016.