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Malaysia Slams China’s South China Sea Encroachments

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 22:08
The country’s deputy prime minister takes aim at Beijing’s actions.

Fear of Terrorists Ripples from Paris to Moscow

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 22:07
A deputy speaker in the State Duma floated the idea of restricting entry to Russia for citizens of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

Cambodia’s Opposition Leader Delays Return Home Amid Arrest Fears

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 21:57
Sam Rainsy cancels his return trip to Phnom Penh where he risks being jailed in an ongoing crackdown on dissent.

After Paris Attacks, China Seeks More International Help Fighting Xinjiang Separatists

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 21:23
With the G20 leaders focused on terrorism after the attacks in Paris, China wants help in its fight against ETIM.

Carrier Wars: Imagine a US Navy Without the F/A-18 Super Hornet

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 20:55
What would a U.S. Navy without the F/A-18 Super Hornet look like?

The Hypocrisy of US Freedom of Navigation Operations in the South China Sea

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 20:28
The U.S. says it is defending freedom of navigation; really it just wants to limit China's power in the South China Sea.

How Will Myanmar’s Elections Affect Relations With China?

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 19:21
How will Myanmar's new government affect relations between it and China?

India Inducts First Squadron of Anti-Submarine Warfare Plane

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 18:31
India’s defense minister officially inducted eight Boeing P-8I Poseidon aircraft into the Indian Navy last week.

Pakistan’s General Raheel Sharif Goes to Washington: Déjà Vu All Over Again

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 18:16
As Raheel Sharif visits the United States, it's worth taking stock of how little has changed in U.S.-Pakistan relations.

Global Crisis: Afghanistan’s Europe-Bound Refugees

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 17:07
When it comes to seeking refuge, Afghans often get the short end of the stick in Europe.

China to Receive Russia’s S-400 Missile Defense Systems in 12-18 Months

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 17:05
With the exception of an approximate delivery date, details of the Sino-Russian weapons deal remain murky.

Japan, Philippines to Agree New Military Deal on APEC Sidelines

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 17:01
Both sides will reportedly ink an agreement in principle on military technology.

Torture in China: A Vicious Cycle

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 16:47
Reports from human rights groups paint a dark picture of the use of torture in China's legal system.

China, Laos to Build $6 Billion Railway by 2020

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 15:36
Beijing and Vientiane seal a much-awaited deal.

US, Cambodia Navies Launch Joint Military Exercise

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 15:32
CARAT Cambodia kicks off November 16.

India and China Continue Counter-Terrorism Consultations

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 15:27
The Pakistan question looms large in China-India counter-terrorism discussions.

Vietnam and New Zealand Aim to Double Trade By 2020

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 15:23
New Zealand and Vietnam plan to hit a trade volume of $2.2 billion by 2020.

Obama Philippines Visit to Focus on Maritime Security

Mon, 16/11/2015 - 15:10
While Obama will be in Manila to attend APEC, what’s happening on the sidelines may steal the show.

Myanmar’s Historic Day

Thu, 12/11/2015 - 11:43
Scenes from last weekend's milestone elections.

Myanmar’s Elections: What Now?

Thu, 12/11/2015 - 02:13
With the NLD on the brink of a landslide victory in Myanmar’s elections, attention is turning to what comes next.

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