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Vietnam
China's Soft Power
Writer Joshua Kurlantzick discusses the benefits and limits of China’s use of soft power diplomacy.
Vietnam’s Murky Media Picture
A new media law has been widely criticized as further curtailing press freedom in Vietnam. But the situation is more complex than many think.
Internet Freedom Under Threat
Internet freedom is coming under increasing threat in Southeast Asia from overbearing governments.
The CIA’s 'Secret War'
Decades after US forces exited the Vietnam War the remnants of a CIA-backed force of Lao villagers still live in fear in the jungle.
Jakarta Eyes South China Sea
Indonesia is set to chair ASEAN. With China in mind, it is looking to resolve the South China Sea dispute.
Joe Jackson goes to Happyland
Michael Jackson’s father, Joe, is reportedly promoting a major new theme park called Happyland—in Vietnam.
Grimm Foreign Policy?
China’s assertiveness has alarmed many of its neighbours. Does a foot stamping foreign policy risk creating a counter-coalition?
Vietnam’s 2020 Vision
Vietnam’s communists opt for a gentler leadership as they vow to create a modern industrialized state by 2020.
Vietnam Presses the Flesh in Asia
But are its efforts to bolster ties with the US and Asian nations only about containing China—and protecting its territorial interests?
Vietnam Shakes Up US Diplomacy
A US diplomat is reportedly assaulted in Vietnam over a meeting with a dissident. It’s likely part of a wider crackdown.
China’s Money Diplomacy Hits Limit
China has so far relied on appeals to economic interests in its dealings with other countries. It’s time for some more rounded diplomacy.
China's Welcome Backtracking?
After a year of tension with its neighbours, is China starting to soften its foreign policy and military tone?