Topic
Security
As ROK-US Drill Began, North Korea Fired Ballistic Missiles
By Mitch Shin
Pyongyang fired several ballistic missiles into the sea to confront the joint military drills between Seoul and Washington.
The Geopolitical Fallout of a Potential US Cyber Stand-Down
By Zi Yang
While Russia is certainly the biggest winner of a potential U.S. pause in offensive cyber operations, other U.S. adversaries, mainly China, may also capitalize on this development.
Tracking Conflict in the Asia-Pacific: March 2025 Update
By ACLED Asia Pacific Team
An overview of conflict, from protests to military and militant violence, in the Asia-Pacific in February 2025.
Sri Lankan Defense Budget Grows Despite Troop Reductions
By Rathindra Kuruwita
Colombo’s selection of partners for weapons and training will be a significant strategic decision for the NPP government, which India views as pro-China.
Southeast Asia Must Learn to Defend Itself
By David Hutt
Would any of the region's governments lift a finger to maintain peace on behalf of a neighbor?
Is the United States Becoming a Hollow Maritime Power?
By Tyler Bray
U.S. maritime power increasingly risks projecting strength without the institutional agility to sustain it.
Why a Possible Trump-Putin Rapprochement Is Good for China
By Justyna Szczudlik
Whatever the U.S. intentions, the outcome of the Russia-U.S. dialogue would be beneficial for China.
What Countries Do Americans See as the Biggest Threat to the United States?
By Timothy S. Rich, Summer Doris, and Veronica Butler
Repeated surveys affirm that Americans hold negative views of Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran, ranking them as the top threats to the U.S.
Japan’s Catch-22 Situation Over US-Ukraine Row
By Takahashi Kosuke
Opposition parties are calling for Japan to join forces with European countries that have expressed solidarity with Ukraine, but PM Ishiba has maintained a neutral stance.
Are Uyghur Militants Becoming ISKP’s New Force?
By Besmillah Taban and David O’Brien
As the Taliban crack down on Uyghur fighters, complying with pressure from China, the Islamic State sees a recruiting opportunity.
South Korean Jets Mistakenly Bomb Village During Training Exercise
By Shannon Tiezzi
15 people were reportedly injured after two jets dropped bombs on a village in Pocheon, South Korea.
Japan’s Defense Industry Plays Catch-up
By Sarah Soh
Japan has taken steps to revitalize its flagging defense industry. Much remains to be accomplished before it can reach the goal of building a vibrant domestic defense industrial base.