John Pollock examines China’s recent drop in economic growth, and its effects on domestic nationalism and foreign events.
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East Asia Region
MRAP’s, Goodwill Initiatives, and Human Rights Abuses: Uzbekistan and the Central Asian Conundrum
Kevin Hempstead explores the troubling human rights records of Central Asian countries, specifically Uzbekistan and why more has not been done to try and stop human rights abuses in the region.
Assessing America’s Strategic Options toward China, Part IV: Integration
In the fourth of of a seven-part series, Michael Lumbers examines America’s future strategic options toward China.
Japan Goes Global: The US-Japan Defence Guidelines
John Pollock explores the newly released Guidelines for US-Japan Defence Cooperation, and what it means for the expansion of Japan’s national defence strategies.
I’m a Steamroller Baby, and I Wear Camo Too
Victoria examines the role of women in the military through an interactive presentation. Take a virtual stroll through several countries and learn about the women who are shattering stereotypes.
A Human Rights Approach to Economic Equality: Part Two
Nancy Kanwal discusses strengths and limitations of recommendations outlined in the UN Women’s Progress of the World’s Women 2015-2016.
Assessing America’s Strategic Options toward China, Part III: Containment and Engagement
In the third of of a seven-part series, Michael Lumbers examines America’s future strategic options toward China.
India’s Ongoing Surface Naval Combatant Modernization
Shahryar Pasandideh explores the modernization of the Indian Navy’s surface fleet.
Modernizing the Chinese Navy’s Surface Fleet
Shahryar Pasandideh examines the modernization of People’s Liberation Army Navy Surface Force.
The Royal Thai Navy: Where to Post-Coup?
Last year’s coup has left much uncertainty as to Thailand’s future. Paul Pryce writes on how the turmoil has affected the Royal Thai Navy, a valuable NATO partner at sea.