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The Danger of Closer US-Korea Ties
Relations between the US and South Korea have been steadily warming. The problem is, it could push North Korea into even worse behaviour.
China Plays Nationalism Card?
Was Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Cui Tiankai resorting to the nationalism card with his playing with fire remarks?
How to Engage China
The US and China have fundamentally different ways of building trust. Over nuclear arsenals is a good example.
China Looms Over Russian Far East
While trade has been blossoming, lingering concerns over military technology and worries over an influx of Chinese workers could hurt ties.
The Limits to US-Vietnam Ties
Relations have been transformed in recent years. But if they’re to get any better, Hanoi will have to start moving on human rights and democracy.
Why to Accept Iran’s Talks Offer
Ahmadinejad’s offer to return to talks over Iran’s nuclear programme may not be sincere. But accepting it may be the least bad option.
Cross-Strait Ties to Cool?
If the US really wants to help Taiwan stand up to China there are better ways than selling it F-16s.
China’s Proliferation Problem
Are economics trumping non-proliferation concerns for Chinese officials dealing with Iran and North Korea? A new UN report suggests maybe.
Trilateral Maritime Partners?
The Philippines has the potential to be a key maritime partner for Japan and the United States.
Vietnam Treads China’s Path
While international attention has been focused on China’s crackdown on activists, Vietnam has also been tightening up on dissent.
ISI Keeps Sacred Cow Status
Testimony to the Pakistani Parliament by the ISI chief over the Abbotabad raid was combative and seemingly blame shifting.
North Korea Readying New Surprise?
With US attention focused on the Arab World and Pakistan, will Kim Jong-il spring another attention seeking nuclear surprise?