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Trump Killed TPP. What's Next For Trade in Asia?

Trump Killed TPP. What's Next For Trade in Asia?

January 24, 2017

Free trade in Asia is far from dead. The question now is whether the U.S. will reap any of the benefits.

China's Myanmar Dam Hypocrisy

China's Myanmar Dam Hypocrisy

By Tom Fawthrop

January 28, 2017

China is preserving the ecology of the Nu River within its borders. Downstream in Myanmar, it's a different story.

What’s Ailing Womenomics?

What’s Ailing Womenomics?

By V. Ayano Ogawa

January 26, 2017

Despite government efforts, cultural pressures continue to dissuade many women in Japan from joining the workforce.

On Indian Republic Day, Remember Kashmir

On Indian Republic Day, Remember Kashmir

By Sameer Lalwani and Gillian Gayner

January 26, 2017

Insurgency in Kashmir has largely been militarily crushed, yet Indian policies have failed to secure a stable peace.

Finding Cambodia's Ancient Cave Paintings

Finding Cambodia's Ancient Cave Paintings

January 25, 2017

A visit to the mysterious cave paintings requires a six-hour journey by motorbike and a ferry ride.

The Resurgence of China-Vietnam Ties

The Resurgence of China-Vietnam Ties

By Nguyen Minh Quang

January 25, 2017

A visit to Beijing by Vietnam's Communist Party chief underscored a major shift in Sino-Vietnamese bilateral relations.

Trump Killed TPP. What's Next For Trade in Asia?

China's Myanmar Dam Hypocrisy

What’s Ailing Womenomics?

On Indian Republic Day, Remember Kashmir

Finding Cambodia's Ancient Cave Paintings

The Resurgence of China-Vietnam Ties

Popular Stories

Pakistan Pledges a Hot Finish for 'Cold Start'

January 22, 2017

Pakistan Pledges a Hot Finish for 'Cold Start'

Pakistan reminds India of its pledge to use nuclear weapons in the case 'Cold Start' is activated in a crisis.

International Law Is Under Siege in the South China Sea

January 21, 2017

International Law Is Under Siege in the South China Sea

China is the latest to flout international law, but the United States paved the way.

The Pivot to Asia Was Obama’s Biggest Mistake

January 21, 2017

The Pivot to Asia Was Obama’s Biggest Mistake

"The pivot failed to achieve key goals in Asia while inattention made matters worse in Europe and the Middle East."

A New World Order

The Obstacles to China's Bid for Soft Power

January 28, 2017

The Obstacles to China's Bid for Soft Power

China’s president wants to be seen as leading the defense of globalization, but this will be easier said than done.

The Four Types of China Engager: Which Are You?What's Are China's Stakes in Syria?China-US Relations: Get Ready for a Change What Does President Trump Mean for China's Middle East Interests?China-led Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Set For Membership Expansion

Diplomacy by Other Means

Are China and the US Set for a Showdown in Space?

January 28, 2017

Are China and the US Set for a Showdown in Space?

Conversations with Chinese experts highlight several misperceptions about China's ambition in space.

Islamic State’s Khorasan Province, 2 Years on What's All the Buzz About Missile Defense, Anyway?A US Navy Blockade in the South China Sea Is Not Sound Strategy Japan Scrambles Fighter Jets to Intercept 3 Russian Strategic Bombers Selective Revanchist Recognition: Trump, Crimea and the South China Sea

Militaries of the Asia-Pacific

Indonesia, Greece Eye Stronger Defense Ties

January 28, 2017

Indonesia, Greece Eye Stronger Defense Ties

A recent meeting puts the growing defense relationship in the spotlight.

South Korea to Buy 12 Sub Killer Helicopters India Seeks 57 New Naval Fighter Jets for Carriers Indonesia Gets First SIGMA 10514 Warship Rattled By Pakistan? India to Test Fire Nuclear-Capable Ballistic Missile Pakistan Tests New Ballistic Missile Capable of Carrying Multiple Nuclear Warheads

Insights Into Half a Billion

Where is the New US-Philippines Military Pact Under Duterte?

January 28, 2017

Where is the New US-Philippines Military Pact Under Duterte?

A closer look at the progress both sides are making on this front.

Singapore-Hosted Military Exercise a Test for ASEAN’s Disaster Response Oceans of Plastic: Fixing Indonesia’s Marine Debris Pollution Laws ASEAN in the Spotlight in Philippine Defense Chief's First Singapore Visit With Growth of Coal Power Plants, Vietnam's Future Is Grim Philippines, Malaysia Eye Deeper Maritime Security Cooperation

Perspectives on South Asia

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor: A Game Changer for Gilgit-Baltistan

January 28, 2017

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor: A Game Changer for Gilgit-Baltistan

Under the guise of CPEC, Pakistan is pushing nationalist sentiments in a long-neglected region.

Rasheed Kidwai on the Pitfalls of the Gandhi Dynasty Sustained Concerns About Torture in Sri Lanka Time for India to Get Serious About Sexual Assault Is Lashker-e-Jhangvi Taking Advantage of Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Bilateral Tensions?A Strong State of Affairs: India and Australia’s State-to-State Engagement

Divided Peninsula

The Long History of Predicting North Korea's Collapse

January 27, 2017

The Long History of Predicting North Korea's Collapse

Outside analysts frequently opine that the end is nigh for the Kim regime. They've always been wrong.

South Korea's President Park: Scandal Accusations 'Colossal Lies'How Far Can China Go in Imposing Sanctions on North Korea?North Korea's Choice for the Next South Korean President What's Next for South Korea's Center-Right?Why Ban Ki-Moon Is Not Going To Be the Next South Korean President

News from Japan

A Rising Sun Over the Antilles: Japan’s New Era of Caribbean Investment

January 26, 2017

A Rising Sun Over the Antilles: Japan’s New Era of Caribbean Investment

Over the past two years, Japan has stepped up its engagement with Caribbean nations.

Why Japan Should Get Ready for 'Trump Shocks'How Japan Plans to Counter China in Southeast Asia Japan’s Terrible Mistake on 'Comfort Women'How Trump Could Push China and Japan Together Facing North Korean Threat, Japan Plans Ballistic Missile Evacuation Drills

Comment and Opinion

What to Make of the New US Defense Secretary's 'Apology Tour'

January 27, 2017

What to Make of the New US Defense Secretary's 'Apology Tour'

In Asia next week, it's up to Mattis to salvage key relationships bruised by President Trump's campaign rhetoric.

Small Countries, Big Sports: The Case of Izzat Artykov The Significance of Abe’s Pearl Harbor Visit From ‘Infamy’ to ‘Reconciliation’ – Prime Minister Abe’s Visit to Pearl Harbor Security Sector Reform: Long Overdue in Afghanistan Redefining the Liberal Party's Role in Philippine Society

Crossroads Asia

The New Silk Road

From Uzbekistan to Missouri: An Immigration Story

January 28, 2017

From Uzbekistan to Missouri: An Immigration Story

An Uzbek family's journey to America; ice fishermen in Kazakhstan; and politics in Tajikistan. Weekend reads.

Are Political Reforms Afoot in Kazakhstan?Kazakhstan Plans to Ban Anonymous Commenters Syrian Sides Snub Final Document at Astana Peace Talks In Kyrgyzstan, No Freedom for Askarov Oil Workers on Hunger Strike in Kazakhstan

U.S. Policy on Asia

Tillerson, Trump and the South China Sea

January 28, 2017

Tillerson, Trump and the South China Sea

“The world should now get used to a president and administration that speak first and (maybe) think later.”

Political Risk in Asia: Context and Catalysts Trump’s World and the South China Sea What Trump’s TPP Withdrawal Means for US Asia Policy The Future of US-ROK Defense Cost Sharing Trump, Mattis and US Security Strategy in Asia

Economy and Business

Can Afghanistan's Economy Rebound in 2017?

January 25, 2017

Can Afghanistan's Economy Rebound in 2017?

There's no reason to think 2017 will be any better for Afghanistan than 2016.

Can Asia Pick up the Pieces From TPP?China's GDP Growth: Slow and Slower?How Can China Guide Economic Globalization?Hong Kong's Green Finance Bonanza China’s Zombie Companies and Japan’s Lost Two Decades

The Other Asia-Pacific

Aung San Suu Kyi's Czech Connection

January 26, 2017

Aung San Suu Kyi's Czech Connection

Aung San Suu Kyi and Václav Havel never met, but bonded over their respective struggles for democracy.

Growing Up in Rising China Farewell to Vo Quy, Vietnam's Hero of the Environment Kabul: A City With 2 Faces ‘Azja Express’: Asia’s Life Unexpressed Peering Into Hong Kong’s Dark Side

The South Pacific

A New Year Brings New Turmoil for Australia’s Turnbull Government

January 13, 2017

A New Year Brings New Turmoil for Australia’s Turnbull Government

It has been a particularly inept start to the year for the struggling prime minister.

Timor-Leste Seeks a Better Maritime Border With Australia Time for Australia to Embrace Urbanization 'Crocs in the Cabinet': A Sordid Look at Australian Local Politics Australia-Philippines Relationship: It’s Complicated Why Trump Has Rattled the Land Down Under

Asia Geopolitics

What's In Store For US-China Relations Under President Donald Trump?

January 25, 2017

What's In Store For US-China Relations Under President Donald Trump?

As the U.S. pulls away from the world, does China win? Perhaps not so easily.

South Asian Strategic Stability and Pakistan's Babur-3 Submarine-Launched Cruise Missile Understanding Sri Lanka, Two Years After Sirisena Defeated Rajapaksa 8 Years Later: Understanding the Obama Administration's Asia-Pacific Legacy Obama's Asia-Pacific Legacy: Assessing Policy Toward Maritime Challenges and the North Korea Threat US Defense Diplomacy in the Asia-Pacific: What Obama and Carter Will Leave Trump and Mattis

Indian Journalist’s Road From Addiction to Recovery

December 20, 2016

Indian Journalist’s Road From Addiction to Recovery

Vijay Simha, a senior Indian journalist, recovered from alcoholism to write books on sobriety.

'Apprentice': Filmmaker Explores Capital Punishment in Singapore Filmmakers Take Cinema to Dalai Lama’s Hometown-in-Exile Nepal's Singing Storyteller Commemorating the Thammasat University Massacre in Thailand Interview: Mongolian Foreign Minister Lundeg Purevsuren

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Capital Punishment: New Delhi’s Deadly Smog

December 27, 2016

Capital Punishment: New Delhi’s Deadly Smog

Unprecedented pollution in the capital speaks to the severity of India’s air pollution crisis.

Five Decades of ASEAN: The History of a Political Miracle

December 27, 2016

Five Decades of ASEAN: The History of a Political Miracle

Fifty years after its founding, ASEAN remains central to prosperity in Southeast Asia.

The Pacific Islands Play the Field

December 27, 2016

The Pacific Islands Play the Field

New realities are shaping Pacific Island states’ relationships with China, Russia, Australia, and the United States.

The Asia-Pacific in 2017: What to Expect

December 31, 2016

The Asia-Pacific in 2017: What to Expect

The Diplomat looks at the trends to watch across the region in the coming year.

Latest Features

Life In Aerocity: Finding India’s Place in the New Strategic Context

January 24, 2017

Life In Aerocity: Finding India’s Place in the New Strategic Context

“India will be a leading author in the next chapter of world politics.”

The Experts Speak: What Will US-China Relations Look Like Under Trump?

January 24, 2017

The Experts Speak: What Will US-China Relations Look Like Under Trump?

U.S. and Chinese experts offer their outlooks on the bilateral relationship in the coming year.

The History of a Scandal: How South Korea's President Was Impeached

January 24, 2017

The History of a Scandal: How South Korea's President Was Impeached

The biggest scandal in South Korean history almost never made it to light.

How China Is Weaponizing Outer Space

January 19, 2017

How China Is Weaponizing Outer Space

Many of China's space capabilities are designed to counter U.S. military advantages.

The 'Civilization' of China’s Military Presence in the South China Sea

January 21, 2017

The 'Civilization' of China’s Military Presence in the South China Sea

Chinese policy in the South China Sea increasingly focuses on boosting its civilian presence on disputed islands.

Sri Lanka: The Rajapaksas Rise Again

January 20, 2017

Sri Lanka: The Rajapaksas Rise Again

Disillusionment with the Sirisena regime is running high, giving the Rajapaksa clan a chance to reclaim lost glory.

An Indian Newspaper’s Journey

January 18, 2017

An Indian Newspaper’s Journey

"In Delhi alone, more than 3 million newspapers are distributed to homes every morning within hours of their printing."

Is Myanmar on the Path to Genocide?

January 18, 2017

Is Myanmar on the Path to Genocide?

Decades of persecution have left the Rohingya on the brink of genocide.

Deconstructing China’s Energy Security Strategy

January 14, 2017

Deconstructing China’s Energy Security Strategy

"The United States should not underestimate China’s ability to achieve energy security within the next two decades."

Interview: Thomas Byrne on the Future of the US-ROK Alliance

January 19, 2017

Interview: Thomas Byrne on the Future of the US-ROK Alliance

A conversation about prospects for the relationship amid domestic political changes in both countries.

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