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United States
Adapting to a Porous World
The past 12 months have underscored how technology is creating a new, and very real, political and social space.
Go Bankrupt, Air Force Style
India will soon choose the winner of a $12 billion fighter contract for its Air Force. But the best contender is out.
Clinton’s Sweet & Sour China Soup
Hillary Clinton’s new essay on the US role in Asia makes clear the United States is there to stay. There’s little China can do about it.
Is Kim Eyeing Nuclear Test?
Reports suggest Kim Jong-il might be planning another nuclear test. Should the US and South Korea be talking?
Putin’s Shadow Looms Over World
Vladimir Putin looks certain to become Russian president again. China and Iran may welcome him, but will the neighbours want his Eurasian Union?
Old Enemies, New Friends
Developments in Vietnam’s ties with the United States are an encouraging sign of what diplomacy can achieve.
Obama's B Grade on ASEAN
Barack Obama has made a welcome effort to re-engage with Asia. But his ASEAN policy needs some work.
Why the US Fumbled Afghanistan
A decade after the Afghan War began, it’s clear the US made a mistake in not working more with India. The missteps then have haunted it since.
Taiwan’s Asymmetric China Plan
The US decision not to sell Taiwan the latest F-16 fighter is a sign ties could be unravelling. Washington should back a Taiwan breakout strategy.
China's Brazen Cyber Theft?
A senior US lawmaker claims that China is engaging in unprecedented espionage around the world. Is it?
WikiLeaks on Laos
WikiLeaks has some interesting and candid US Embassy insights on corruption and poverty in Laos.
The Cyber Proliferation Threat
The US can’t take its cyber edge for granted. Countries like North Korea will be happy to exploit vulnerabilities.