John Pollock uncovers some of China’s old wounds that remain from Japan’s role from WWII.
Asia-Pacific
East Asia Region
Military Parades: China’s New Defence Capabilities
Margaret analyzes the spectacle and ramifications of China’s recent display of military power
Improving Ties between Japan and China? Underlying Tensions Remain
John Pollock discusses the destabilizing economic relationship between China and Japan, which heavily relates to the disputed Diaoyu/Senkaku Islands.
The Royal Malaysian Navy: An Assessment
Continuing his in-depth series on the militaries of the Asia Pacific region, Shahryar Pasandideh discusses the Royal Malaysian Navy.
Modernization of the Myanmar Navy
In his latest article on the militaries of the Asia Pacific region, Shahryar Pasandideh examines the rapidly expanding Navy of Myanmar and its increasingly important role in territorial security.
Einstein once asked Freud, “Why war?” Freud replied, “Because man is what he is.”
Victoria asks the questions: Why is sexualized violence so prevalent in modern and historical conflict? Is ISIS’ utilization of sexual violence and slavery the exception or the rule in war?
Is Global Power Shifting from Washington to Beijing?
In the NAOC’s latest water cooler, our program editors debate whether global power is shifting from the United States to China.
The Lion at Sea: The Republic of Singapore Navy
Continuing his examination of the navies of the Asia Pacific region, Shahryar Pasandideh examines the important, but often underappreciated Republic of Singapore Navy.
Japan’s Conflicted Fight for Peace
Kelsey Berg explores whether Japan’s longstanding state of pacifism is moving towards military involvement, or if it is a miscommunication.
