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Did China’s Military Drone Technology Espionage Pay Off in the End?

Fri, 19/02/2016 - 15:06
Just how much information on U.S. military drones did China have to steal for its own designs?

Hitting Pyongyang Where It Hurts

Fri, 19/02/2016 - 14:11
To stop nuclear and rocket demonstrations, measures need to be more targeted.

Declassified: US Nuclear Weapons at Sea During the Cold War

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 19:58
Not long ago, the U.S. Navy remained on high-alert for a nuclear engagement at sea.

China’s Struggling Middle Class Deserves Better

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 16:57
“There should be no circuit breaker for policy reform.”

What Should U.S. Policy in Central Asia Be?

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 16:28
Also a look at Kazakhstan’s developmental state of mind and its economic hurdles: recommended reads.

Did China’s Anti-Corruption Drive Lead to an ‘Intelligence Windfall’ for the US?

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 16:23
Plus, China's biggest deal-maker, aid to Syrian refugees, and the newest propaganda rap hit. Your China links.

The ASEAN Community: The Reality of a Vision

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 15:13
The low-profile launch of the ASEAN Community may be a sign of maturity.

Central Asia’s Presidents-for-Life

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 14:56
Don’t hold your breath waiting for democratic transitions in Central Asia.

How Safe is ASEAN from Global Economic Turmoil?

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 13:58
Recent numbers indicate that some members of the bloc may be more insulated from a downturn than initially thought.

Russian Submarine Activity at Highest Level Since Cold War

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 13:40
NATO says Russian submarine activity has returned to Cold War levels. What about the Pacific?

Violence in the Philippines Feared After Peace Deal Setback

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 13:26
Congress fails to approve the Bangsamoro Basic Law, threatening to undermine a peace deal to end a decades-long insurgency.

Israel and South Korea to Develop Next Generation Drones

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 11:34
The Israeli and South Korean defense industries are partnering up to develop a new Vertical Take-Off and Landing UAV.

South China Sea Update: Assessing the US Freedom of Navigation Operation in the Paracel Islands

Fri, 05/02/2016 - 01:04
Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran discuss recent developments in the South China Sea.

Chinese Media: Our Artificial Islands Are Better Than Vietnam’s

Thu, 04/02/2016 - 22:12
A Chinese media report claims that Vietnamese land reclamation on a Spratly reef was washed away in a typhoon.

US Must Put Human Rights First With Cambodia: Lawmaker

Thu, 04/02/2016 - 22:05
Washington asked to push human rights as it engages the Southeast Asian state.

Why Is Russia Cutting Troops in Tajikistan?

Thu, 04/02/2016 - 21:56
Last year Russia said it was going to increase its presence in Tajikistan, and now it’s not.

‘Nearly All’ Australian Patrols in South China Sea Are Challenged by China

Thu, 04/02/2016 - 20:05
Australia's air force chief said more and more Australian patrol flights were being warned away by China.

TPP: The Ratification Race is On

Thu, 04/02/2016 - 16:57
All eyes will be on the United States (and Japan), which can make or break the massive free trade agreement.

Pakistan Will Provide ‘Special Force’ to Defend Chinese Investments

Thu, 04/02/2016 - 16:54
Islamabad will provide 10,000 troops just to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens and companies along the CPEC.

Transatlantic Views on US Rebalance: Perceptions Of Power

Thu, 04/02/2016 - 14:51
Insight from Linda Basile and Pierangelo Isernia

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