Topic
Security
Pacific Responses to AUKUS a Mix of Unease and Understanding
By Dechlan Brennan
The region's worries range from fears of nuclear proliferation to the opportunity cost in terms of climate change, but there is also an understanding of the pact's security rationale.
The Ghost Town of Thantlang in Myanmar’s Chin State
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
Since control over this strategic town will give the military an advantage, it is being relentlessly bombed – displacing the entire population.
Is the US Going Too Far in Its Alliance With the Philippines?
By Sarang Shidore
The strengthening Philippines-U.S. alliance should remain focused on the South China Sea – and not overreach on Taiwan.
China Has Options to Arm Russia Indirectly. But Does It Need To?
By A. B. Abrams
There are safer ways for Beijing to address Russian munitions shortages in Ukraine than sending Chinese weapons to the frontlines.
Pakistan’s New Multidimension Strategy Against Militancy
By Umair Jamal
In addition to deploying military force against militants, it will engage local communities and build economic opportunities to create jobs.
Europe’s China Policy in Disarray
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Whether France can be a trusted partner in managing China is a question that many have asked after the fiasco of Macron’s visit.
Papuan Separatists Ambush Indonesian Forces Searching for Kidnapped Pilot
By Sebastian Strangio
In addition to one confirmed death, nine soldiers have reportedly been taken hostage by separatist rebels.
The Ukraine War and an Emboldened China on the LAC
By Shantanu Roy-Chaudhury
Much commentary has focused on how China might apply lessons from the Russia-Ukraine war to Taiwan. But what about the disputed Sino-Indian border?
China’s Naval ‘Silkworm Eating’ Strategy for Taiwan
By Andrew Orchard
A look at how the gradual encroachment strategy plays out with the People’s Liberation Army Navy surface force.
The AUKUS Deal and India’s Submarine Dilemma
By Rahul Jaybhay
India’s quest for SSNs to ensure true deterrence against China will only be fulfilled with external assistance.
North Korea Says It Tested New Type of ICBM: Hwasong-18
By Mitch Shin
A day after it launched a suspected new type of ICBM, North Korea confirmed the missile was the one unveiled during the military parade in February.
How Serious Were China’s Latest Military Drills Near Taiwan?
By Brian Hioe
The April drills were shorter and farther away than those of August 2022, but included several new and worrisome features.