Asia

‘The time will show how it will develop.’

Nearby nations will be forced to ‘reexamine their political will to resist Beijing’s coercion and weigh the benefits of a rapprochement instead.’

China tightens its economic squeeze on Australia, foreshadowing its global agenda.

How Germany fits into China’s grand strategy—and vice versa

‘Just because Korea chose the U.S. 70 years ago does not mean it has to choose the U.S. for the next 70 years, too.’

Could this be the start of a prophesied trade war?

Crises in the former Soviet world could give Vladimir Putin the opportunity of a lifetime.

‘Political power grows out of the barrel of a gun.’

Abe has now left the prime minister’s office, but that does not mean his goals have.

U.S. involvement escalates tensions.

Why the nba supports the Democratic Party and China

A new agreement ‘puts Laos fast on the track of becoming a pseudo-province of China.’

Economic integration is paving the way to military union.

Two Asian giants sign deal to join forces.

Where are the tensions between China and Australia leading?

The Nord Stream 2 pipeline is coming under attack.

Could Pakistan be a part of the ‘kings of the east’?

The drills may show that the days of Taiwanese independence are numbered.

‘Whether or not he gave the order personally, the blame lies with him.’

Europe lately can’t criticize America loudly enough. But when it comes to another nation’s lies, theft and shocking human rights abuses, Europe is relatively silent.

The Asia-Pacific naval race isn’t slowing down.

If central banks start issuing digital money, the dollar will face real competition as the world’s dominant currency.

‘Things may actually be different this time.’

Whether he genuinely fears war or is only appeasing China, the president’s remarks are consistent with an aim that has been evident throughout his presidency: to move the Philippines away from Washington and toward Beijing.