China’s Future is at a Crossroads

China’s Future is at a Crossroads

China must decide if it wants to secure “great power” status in the security realm or focus on regional economic growth for a sustainable future.

Asia: On the Rocks

Asia: On the Rocks

U.S. efforts to construct an “armed peace” in the Asia-Pacific are only encouraging a cycle of escalation.

Raising the Stakes in Asia

Raising the Stakes in Asia

The growing U.S. military presence in Asia could backfire, giving birth to what it ostensibly seeks to prevent.

Frenemies

Frenemies

When it comes to Vietnam and China, the frenemy of our frenemy is an even closer frenemy.

Our Man in Beijing?

Our Man in Beijing?

For some bizarre reason, U.S. observers expect the latest Chinese leader to suddenly tear off his clothes and reveal a Captain America suit underneath.