Topic
Security
Pakistan Expands Surveillance Powers Yet Again in the Name of ‘National Security’
By Mariyam Suleman Anees
The pervasive atmosphere of being surveilled is likely to increase.
Smart Exercises: Singapore’s Bilateral Military Drills With Its Neighbors
By Ian Seow Cheng Wei
While they rarely make headlines, these exercises play a crucial role in strengthening defense relationships and addressing shared regional security challenges.
US Announces $500 Million in Military Funding for the Philippines
By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement caps off two years that have seen a considerable strategic convergence between the two long-standing allies.
Japan Further Accelerates Military Integration With the US
By Takahashi Kosuke
As the alliance marks “one of the strongest improvements in 70 years,” there are concerns that this will position Japan as the front line in U.S. strategy to deter China.
From Migrants to Militants: Domestic Roots of Central Asian Jihadism in Russia
By Uran Botobekov
The political, socioeconomic, and religious factors driving the radicalization of Central Asian and Caucasian Muslims in Russia are clearly domestic, rather than influenced by the West.
The Silent Winner of Myanmar’s Northern Conflict
By Amara Thiha
From the chaos of the conflict in Shan State, the United Wa State Army has emerged as a potentially decisive force.
The Threat From Overseas Chinese Military Bases Is Overblown
By Nathan Beauchamp-Mustafaga and Howard Wang
U.S. policymakers see China’s overseas bases as a threat, but writings from Chinese military strategists suggest little interest in initiating offensive operations from such facilities.
The 2024 US Election Spins Up: Implications for Asian Geopolitics
By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
How will a possible change in U.S. direction in 2024 manifest in the region?
‘Digital Terrorism’: A Label to Stifle Pakistan’s Political Opposition?
By Abdul Basit
Labeling political actors like the PTI as "digital terrorists" will weaken Pakistan’s democracy and undermine the state’s efforts to fight lethal terrorists like the TTP.
Philippines Resupplies Contested Shoal Under ‘Understanding’ With China
By Sebastian Strangio
Manila said that “no untoward incidents" took place during Saturday's mission to Second Thomas Shoal, but the two sides continue to trade public barbs.
Japan to Build Major New Vessel for the Senkaku Islands
By TSURUTA Jun
The Japan Coast Guard will be getting a new patrol vessel for the waters around the Senkaku Islands.
Vietnam’s Foreign Policy After Nguyen Phu Trong
By Ankit Panda
What does the death of Vietnam's second-longest serving party chief mean for the country?