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North Korea Appears to Demolish ‘Reunification Arch’ as Kim Jong Un Turns Against Ties With South
The apparent demolition comes less than a month after Kim announced that his country would no longer pursue reconciliation with the South.
How Earthquakes Shake Japan’s Political Landscape
The earthquake that struck Japan on New Year’s Day caused a grave tragedy but a political crisis, like that seen in 2011, seems to have been dodged.
Maldives’ Muizzu Throws in With China
Malé is playing India and China against each other and trying to get the best deal, but Muizzu appears to have gone a bit overboard this time.
The US, South Korea and Japan Conduct Naval Drills in a Show of Strength Against North Korea
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been on a provocative run of weapons testing and threats that raised regional tensions to their highest point in years.
Montenegro’s Scandal-ridden Chinese Road
A decade on, the country faces crippling economic challenges and environmental degradation from the ambitious (and still incomplete) highway project.
Why Food Security is a Top Priority for China
As the world’s largest food producer and importer, changes in China’s domestic food production and agricultural trade policies may have a significant impact on global trade flows.
How Should Beijing Engage with the Next Taiwanese Administration?
Regardless of who wins Taiwan’s January 13 election, Beijing will have a golden opportunity to initiate talks without preconditions.
The Implications of China-Serbia Relations for Kosovo
Pristina is clearly with the U.S. and EU, while Serbia has partnered with China and Russia to dispute the goal of fully recognized independence.
Japan-South Korea Cooperation: Strength in Unity, Danger in Division
Deepened trilateral cooperation between the U.S. and its two key East Asian allies is a positive development, but the fragility of Japanese and South Korean leadership underscores the importance of …
Moving Beyond ‘Checkbook Diplomacy’? Japan’s Changing Refugee Policy
In its response to recent events in Afghanistan, Myanmar, and Ukraine, Japan has demonstrated greater flexibility in admitting those needing refuge.
G7 President Japan Has a Final Chance for Energy Leadership at COP28
As its G-7 presidency concludes, Japan has an opportunity to advance delivery of the global clean energy transition at COP28.
China’s Growing Submarine Capabilities
Keeping track of Chinese submarines is “increasingly an international effort.”
Russian Defense Minister Uses Stage at Chinese Military Forum to Accuse US of Fueling Tensions
Sergei Shoigu also accused NATO of trying to expand its footprint in the Asia-Pacific under the pretense of seeking dialogue and collaboration with regional countries.
South Korea, US, and Japan Condemn North Korea’s Alleged Supply of Munitions to Russia
North Korea and Russia – both locked in separate confrontations with the U.S. and its allies – have recently taken steps to strengthen their military ties.
Japan’s Top Court Strikes Down Required Sterilization Surgery to Officially Change Gender
The ruling does not address the constitutionality of requiring gender-transition surgery in general to obtain a state-sanctioned gender change.
António Guterres Should Act on China’s Genocide of the Uyghurs
Photo ops with genocidaires discredit his legacy, his office, and the United Nations as an agent of world peace.
California Governor Visits China, Keen to Partner on Climate Change
Democrat Gavin Newsom's visit comes as China-U.S. relations witnessed a sharp deterioration in recent years.
China’s Belt and Road Initiative and the Taliban’s Economic Dreams
The specter of insecurity in Afghanistan has been replaced by a lack of governance and widespread incompetence. Investors from China or any other country can be expected to be deeply …
US Aircraft Carrier Arrives in South Korea as North’s Leader Kim Exchanges Messages With Putin
The USS Ronald Reagan and its battle group came to the southeastern South Korean port of Busan after participating in a trilateral South Korean-U.S.-Japanese maritime exercise.
US Senators See a Glimmer of Hope for Breaking Logjam With China Over the Fentanyl Crisis
China has refused to hold talks on fentanyl unless the U.S. lifts certain trade restrictions, but Xi did not reject immediately a recent entreaty to hold talks – an illustration …
Taiwan Indicts 2 Communist Party Members Accused of Colluding With China to Influence Elections
Taiwan’s Communist Party has a miniscule influence on elections and public opinion in general, but tends to stage attention-getting demonstrations during polls or surrounding visits by foreign political figures.
Panda Diplomacy: The Departure of DC’s Beloved Pandas May Signal a Wider Chinese Pullback
The potential end of the U.S. National Zoo's panda era comes amid what veteran China-watchers say is a larger trend of deteriorating relations.
The Case for an Alliance of Semiconductor Producing Nations
The “Semi7” would include countries making meaningful contributions to the semiconductor value chain and that share similar goals.
North Korea Says It Will Expel Travis King, US Soldier Who Crossed Into the Country in July
North Korea's decision to release King after 71 days appears relatively quick by the country's standards, especially considering the tensions between Washington and Pyongyang.
Cambodian Opposition Activist Imprisoned For Passing Fraudulent Checks
The case, which the opposition Candlelight Party has denounced as politically motivated, is another early sign that the new Cambodian administration will be much like its predecessor.