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Vladimir Putin
The Ukrainian Divide in Russo-Japanese Rapprochement
By Clint Richards
Despite a cordial APEC meeting, Putin and Abe cannot afford to make real progress.
Australia Readies for G20 Summit
By Anthony Fensom
Australia is preparing for the biggest meeting of world leaders it has ever hosted.
Is China Incompatible With Democracy?
By Barclay Bram Shoemaker
While Hong Kong protests, is it really the case that democracy could never take root on the mainland?
Putin Signals Russia's Shift to Asia
By Joshua Kucera
The Russian president makes it clear that his country will be looking to strengthen ties with Asia.
The Future of China and Russia: Can a David Fracture a Goliath?
By Walter C. Clemens, Jr.
Proponents of democracy have reason to hope that history is on their side.
Russia and Japan’s Pipeline Dilemma
By Clint Richards
Despite Ukraine, both countries want a deal that could further the global energy rebalance.
Australia’s Macho Putin Rhetoric
By Helen Clark
Prime Minister Tony Abbott talks tough ahead of the G20 Summit.
US Marine Investigated in Killing of Transgender Filipino
By Ankit Panda
Plus, images of the J-10B, North Korea threatens not to return U.S. troop remains, and more. Mid-week links.
The EU and Russia: China's Balancing Act
By Shannon Tiezzi
In the EU, China finds an economic partner; in Russia, a strategic ally. How does Beijing balance the two?
What to Expect from Japan at Beijing APEC Summit
By Clint Richards
Abe’s ambitious goals will require tit-for-tat with three key partners.
Dalai Lama in Informal Talks for Visit to China
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, China's 65th birthday, the U.S. & the Senkaku dispute, and Taiwan's role in the fight against ISIS. Friday links.
After Summit, Caspian Sea Questions Linger
By Joshua Kucera
Despite some signs of progress, the littoral states remain apart on key issues.