Topic
Security
Why Bangladesh-China Defense Ties Are Poised to Strengthen After the Monsoon Revolution
By Khandakar Tahmid Rejwan and Scott N. Romaniuk
Beijing is keenly aware of the opportunities arising from the ouster of PM Sheikh Hasina, and will seek to strengthen its existing defense diplomacy with Dhaka.
The Quad’s Coast Guard Cooperation: New Dynamics in Power Politics
By Prakash Panneerselvam
The new Coast Guard cooperation among the U.S., Australia, India, and Japan is a crucial step in building a resilient and unified front in the Indo-Pacific.
North Korea Steps up Its Hostile Moves Against South Korea
By Mitch Shin
With road demolitions and direct threats, North Korea has further cemented its belligerent stance toward the South.
What Does Kyrgyzstan Have to Do With the Spanish Seizure of Chemical Products Bound for Russia?
By Catherine Putz
The countries of Central Asia and the Caucasus are being used to facilitate the transfer of sanctioned goods into Russia, including allegedly 13,000 kilos of chemical products recently seized in Barcelona.
India Turns to Maritime Neighbors to Navigate Troubled Neighborhood
By Rushali Saha
India’s traditional focus on its continental borders resulted in neglect of the maritime domain. That is changing.
Innovating Vietnam’s Public Diplomacy in the South China Sea
By Nguyen Thanh Long
Should Vietnam adopt the Philippines’ “assertive transparency” approach to future incidents in the South China Sea?
North Korea’s Nuclear Submarine Program Could Seriously Complicate a Future US War Effort
By A. B. Abrams
As Pyongyang reportedly begins construction of its first nuclear-powered submarine, the question is whether it will be a strategic ballistic missile sub or a more conventional attack sub.
The Politics of China’s Land Appropriation in Bhutan
By Robert Barnett
China has built 22 villages and settlements within Bhutan’s customary borders. And there is no sign that Bhutan can do anything about it – or that Beijing will face any costs.
Impact of the Gaza War on Militancy in South Asia and Beyond
By Abdul Basit
The ISK is criticizing the Taliban for paying lip service to the Palestinian cause and shying away from sending its fighters to fight against Israel.
China Conducts More Military Drills Around Taiwan
By Shannon Tiezzi
The drills were ostensibly a response to the National Day speech by Taiwan's president, which many overseas analysts had viewed as restrained.
Philippine Police Arrest Online Scamming ‘Kingpin’ in Luzon
By Sebastian Strangio
Police allege that Chinese national Lin Xunhan, 33, has organized online fraud operations in several parts of the country.
The Quad Is Quietly Adapting Methods of Security Cooperation
By Shruti Pandalai
Don't overlook the incremental build-up of security cooperation within the Quad – like Exercise Malabar.