Topic
Security
The Reorganization of China’s Space Force: Strategic and Organizational Implications
By Namrata Goswami
The rationale behind the new “Aerospace Force.”
South Korea Considers Joining AUKUS Pillar II
By Rod McGuirk
The possibility was discussed during two days of meetings between South Korea and Australia’s defense and foreign ministers.
Why China Is Wary of US ‘Ironclad’ Alliance With the Philippines
By Bree Megivern
Even though Balikatan is almost a 40-year tradition, this year’s exercises are larger and more pronounced than past iterations. And China is watching.
China’s 3rd Aircraft Carrier, the Fujian, Begins Its Maiden Sea Trial
By Takahashi Kosuke
Once deployed, China’s largest warship will project unprecedented striking power in the Indo-Pacific region.
Philippines Again Accuses China of Inflaming Maritime Tensions
By Sebastian Strangio
Earlier this week, two Philippine vessels were damaged in the latest confrontation with China Coast Guard patrol boats in the South China Sea.
Australian Ministers Won’t Comment on Media Reports That Indian Spies Were Secretly Expelled
By Rod McGuirk
Australia's prime minister, foreign minister, and treasurer all deflected questions about India’s reported “nest of spies” in the country.
India and Pakistan’s New Shadow Rivalry
By Krzysztof Iwanek
When Pakistan is more active in building relations with a certain Muslim-majority country, India engages more with that country’s rival.
China-US Great Power Rivalry a Boiling Hot Pot
By Monish Tourangbam
As election season in the United States approaches, the temperature of the China-U.S. broth is unstably high.
China Coast Guard Again Fires Water Cannons at Philippine Vessels Near Disputed Shoal
By Sebastian Strangio
The incident near Chinese-occupied Scarborough Shoal caused damage to two vessels, the Philippine government said.
India as a Net Security Provider in the Indo-Pacific: Ambitious But Attainable
By Rahul Mishra
India can build on its success in becoming a dominant and reliable security provider in the Indian Ocean Region.
What Does It Mean to Defend Australia?
By Grant Wyeth
Defending Australia's way of life, not just its shores, is a central objective of the new National Defense Strategy.
Islamic State Khorasan’s Westward Network Expansion Into Iran, Turkey, and Europe
By Peter Smith , Levent Kemal, and Lucas Webber
ISKP’s retooling from regional operations in Afghanistan and Pakistan to a focus on external attacks and operational plots has resulted in a surge of both foiled plots and successful attacks.