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The Pentagon issues its annual report on China’s military, with a focus on the country’s navy and cyber warfare.

Australia’s defence minister suggests the country is a ‘southern anchor’ for the US. But does the US appreciate it?

Reports suggest North Korea has received thousands of military vehicles from China as Kim Jong-il visits Russia.

The Diplomat speaks with Prof. Eyal Zisser of Tel Aviv University about sanctions against Syria.

Southeast Asia is too often ignored in the global fight against terrorism. But its young people are vulnerable.

Why it’s time for India to make another push toward the goal of universal nuclear disarmament.

As sanctions bite against Iran, its national shipping line is believed to be putting unsafe ships to sea to try to beat them. Are Asian nations prepared for the costs of a disaster?

Last month’s high-speed rail crash was a wake-up call for officials. An emphasis on prevention will be far more effective – and much cheaper.

The US is ceding leadership to China and Korea in Southeast Asia. Passing key trade deals could help remedy that.

Rapid advances in the life sciences are posing new challenges for biosecurity. Education is key to tackling them.

The annual US-South Korean Ulchi Freedom Guardian exercise is reported to have practiced capturing Kim Jong-il.

Fears the US economy is becoming the new Japan are misplaced, argues James Pach. US policymakers have far more options at their disposal than their Japanese counterparts.