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Australia’s Many Small Parties Help Disburse Discontent

Tue, 14/06/2016 - 14:44
A vibrant array of minor parties provides a release valve for discontent in Australia.

China’s ‘Belt and Road’: Where Is Africa?

Tue, 14/06/2016 - 14:38
Africa was missing from China’s “Belt and Road” roadmap, but including the continent makes good sense.

China’s Impressive Auto Industry

Mon, 02/05/2016 - 14:47
The country’s well-functioning auto sector is a bright spot in an otherwise slowing economy.

Indian Navy Sends Amphibious Warfare Ship to ASEAN-led South China Sea Exercise

Mon, 02/05/2016 - 14:11
The exercise will focus on maritime security and counter-terrorism.

India’s First Scorpene Attack Submarine Goes to Sea Trials

Mon, 02/05/2016 - 14:09
The INS Kalvari entered open sea trials for the first time.

The Deceptively Simple Reason Australia Picked the Shortfin Barracuda

Mon, 02/05/2016 - 14:08
Did Australia go with DCNS to keep the SSN option open?

Bangkok Noir: Crime Fiction in the City of Angels

Mon, 02/05/2016 - 12:27
Thailand’s capital is home to a vibrant community of writers exploring the city’s vast underbelly.

Japan’s New Stealth Fighter Jet to Conduct 50 Test Flights in 2016-17

Sun, 01/05/2016 - 22:40
Japan plans a year-long campaign to flight-test its new X-2 fifth-generation fighter technology demonstrator.

Russia Intercepts US Aircraft (Maybe) Spying on Moscow’s Newest Ballistic Missile Sub

Sun, 01/05/2016 - 22:37
A Russian MiG-31 intercepted a U.S. Navy P-8 Maritime patrol aircraft in Northeast Asia on April 21.

Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: May 1, 2016 Edition

Sun, 01/05/2016 - 22:31
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!

Deflation Threatens Australia

Sun, 01/05/2016 - 10:43
The deflation disease appears to be spreading rapidly through Asia.

Taiwan Slams Malaysia’s Kowtow to China on Deportations

Sat, 30/04/2016 - 19:41
Taipei says Malaysia deported fraud suspects to Beijing “under pressure from China”.

Interview: Patrick Mendis

Sat, 30/04/2016 - 14:40
A discussion of Sri Lanka’s foreign policy under President Maithripala Sirisena

Australia’s Immigration Policy: So Much for the PNG ‘Solution’

Sat, 30/04/2016 - 14:28
PNG’s Manus decision exposes the fundamental ironies at the core of Australia’s immigration policy.

Why the US Should Send Biden to Taiwan

Sat, 30/04/2016 - 14:16
The inauguration of Taiwan’s next president offers a chance for the U.S. to send a signal to China.

Nepal and Its Neighbors

Sat, 30/04/2016 - 14:08
Changing dynamics between Nepal, China, and India highlight the need for deft diplomacy in Kathmandu.

Indian PM Narendra Modi Will Address a Joint Session of US Congress

Fri, 29/04/2016 - 22:19
The last time an Indian prime minister addressed the U.S. Congress was in 2005.

Sanctions: Still the Best Option for Containing North Korea’s Nuclear Ambitions

Fri, 29/04/2016 - 22:15
If the world can remain strong and consistent about sanctions, North Korea might actually come to the table.

Afghanistan: Why Ashraf Ghani’s New Strategy Won’t Work

Fri, 29/04/2016 - 22:07
Ashraf Ghani's new approach won't help him win Afghanistan's long struggle against the Taliban.

Managing The South China Sea: Where Policy Meets Science

Fri, 29/04/2016 - 21:24
The marriage of policy and science is essential to navigating these waters.

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