Topic
Security
Will Myanmar Become the Next North Korea?
By Jong Min Lee
A recent indictment resurrects longstanding concerns about nuclear proliferation in Myanmar, with the complicating factor of an ongoing civil war.
Japan’s Ruling Party Wants to Export Its Next-Generation Fighter. The Public Is Reluctant.
By Jio Kamata
The LDP's coalition partner is opposed to allowing exports of the co-produced fighters, citing public resistance to the idea.
Can the Indian Navy Achieve True Interoperability?
By Anuttama Banerji
And does it really want to?
Chinese and Philippine Coast Guard Vessels Again Collide in Contested Waters
By Sebastian Strangio
The reported collision came as the maritime disputes dominated discussions at a regional summit in Australia.
Moon Chung-in on Escalating Inter-Korea Tensions and What Lies Ahead
By Kenji Yoshida
The former special adviser to the South Korean president believes recent moves by Kim Jong Un represent a “brave new world.”
Danger and Deterrence in Japan’s Security Environment
By Marcos González Gava
“We must handle the hypothesis of an imminent threat as long as nuclear weapons exist.”
Myanmar Military, Resistance Alliance Sign China-Brokered Agreement
By Sebastian Strangio
The two sides have promised to pull back forces from frontline positions and safeguard Chinese interests in northern Shan State.
Will Japan’s Defense Spending Hike Be Enough?
By Takahashi Kosuke
A weaker yen and recent price surges are causing headaches for Japan's defense budget.
5 Years After Pulwama Attacks and Balakot Strikes
By Christopher Clary
Will the memory of Balakot as stressed by Indian officials make escalation more appealing and de-escalation harder for Indian leaders when confronting the next crisis?
US Air Force Hunts for New Pacific Outposts to Counter China Threat
By Christopher Woody
The search for new bases of operation is part of the U.S. Air Force’s focus on being able to disperse its aircraft and avoid being overwhelmed in a future conflict.
Australia-Philippines Strategic Partnership in the Spotlight as Marcos Addresses Australian Parliament
By Grant Wyeth
Central to Marcos’ speech – and to growing Australia-Philippines ties – are concerns about China’s behavior in the South China Sea.
India-Japan ‘Dharma Guardian’ Exercise
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Military engagements between India and Japan have been on a steady growth path that mirrors the shared political and strategic goals of Delhi and Tokyo.