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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.

Myanmar’s Transition: The ‘Fun’ Part is Over

Fri, 29/04/2016 - 21:15
No matter how the United States and Myanmar choose to proceed, continued reform will be messy.

Australia’s Submarine Deal: Why France Won and Why Australia-Japan Ties Will Be OK

Fri, 29/04/2016 - 20:57
The Diplomat's defense editors discuss Australia's recent Collins-class replacement decision.

Sexual Violation Under Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge

Sat, 19/03/2016 - 12:52
New evidence confirms a brutal legacy of forced marriages and state-sponsored rape.

Japan: Why the TPP Bill Will Pass the Diet

Sat, 19/03/2016 - 10:13
Despite opposition efforts, here is why the bill will pass through parliament.

Grading Obama’s Foreign Policy

Sat, 19/03/2016 - 09:32
The U.S. president has had plenty of challenges. How well has he handled them?

A Big Deal? US, Philippines Agree First ‘Bases’ Under New Defense Pact

Sat, 19/03/2016 - 01:13
A look at the significance of the initial locations agreed for EDCA's implementation.

Vietnam’s Quest for a Greenwater Navy

Fri, 18/03/2016 - 20:47
Despite the recent headlines, Vietnam still has a lot of ground to cover to establish a revitalized and balanced navy.

Labor Unrest: Why China Is Foot-Dragging on Economic Reforms

Fri, 18/03/2016 - 20:13
Now that China must make its economy market-oriented, it needs to remember its socialist roots more than ever.

Sino-US Cooperation Over North Korea Is Now More Important Than Ever

Fri, 18/03/2016 - 18:52
No matter how distasteful, Beijing and Washington have a vested interest in stable relations with Pyongyang.

Theater: The True Asymmetric Power of Terrorism

Fri, 18/03/2016 - 16:39
The influence of emotion is the true asymmetric power of terrorism.

Indonesia Adds 4 Uyghur Militants to Most-Wanted List

Fri, 18/03/2016 - 16:17
Beijing warns that the East Turkestan Islamic movement is "intensifying" efforts to infiltrate Indonesia.

Confronting Obesity in Asia’s Cities

Fri, 18/03/2016 - 16:15
Obesity is a growing crisis that governments cannot afford to ignore.

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