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Japan's Response to Campaign Violence
The recent assassination attempt against Republican Party presidential candidate Donald J. Trump shocked Americans and reminded Japanese of their own experience with violence on the campaign trail. Read More
Bangladesh’s Student Protests Are the Latest Sign of Sheikh Hasina’s Increasingly Brittle Autocracy
Student-led protests in Dhaka demonstrate popular discontent toward Sheikh Hasina’s repressive governance.
What Nguyen Phu Trong's Death Means for Vietnam
Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong strengthened Vietnam’s place on the world stage while increasingly consolidating control and limiting dissent.
Taiwan’s Trump Conundrum
Taiwan should not dismiss Donald Trump’s recent comments about the island.
Review of "Countering China’s Great Game: A Strategy For American Dominance"
Michael Sobolik’s new book Countering China’s Great Game promotes an assertive approach to China policy that would frustrate Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative and leave no room for bilateral cooperation.
Tokyo Voters Make Their Choice
As the world watched critical national elections in the UK and France last week, Tokyoites prepared to vote for their governor.
Japan’s Debate Over LGBTQ+ Rights: The Courts
Japan’s debate over LGBTQ+ rights has come to the fore in the past several years, and both the courts and the Diet have been venues for social change.
Studying Landpower in the Indo-Pacific
The China Landpower Studies Center at the U.S. Army War College produces research and analysis of China's strategic landpower for U.S. policymakers and military leaders.
What to Expect From Indonesia Under President-elect Prabowo Subianto
Despite expectations that incoming President Prabowo Subianto will continue the policies of his popular predecessor, he will chart his own course on foreign and domestic policy.
Myanmar's Junta Is Increasingly Isolated
The junta’s grip on power is continuing to deteriorate.
The Significance of the Putin-Kim Summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin's 2024 visit to North Korea, his first since 2000, signifies the ongoing strengthening of bilateral ties. Whether this is a short-term expedience or the start of a true security alliance remains to be seen.
