East Asia
  1. Building a New DPJ

    Yoshihiko Noda faces plenty of challenges as Japan’s new prime minister. The most immediate is choosing his new government.

  2. How to Play North Korea Long Game

    North Korea is showing signs of wanting to get back to talks. But without any changes to its behaviour, it might be better to focus on the next generation.

  3. Why DPJ Leadership Race Matters

    Japan’s ruling Democratic Party of Japan selects a new leader today. Michael Cucek takes a look at what the candidates stand for.

  4. Cult Shadow Still Looms Over Japan

    A raid by Japan’s spy agency this month on sites tied to Aum Shinrikyo is a reminder of the troubling legacy the cult has left.

  5. Will China Be Rome or Greece?

    The Pentagon’s new report on China’s military underscores the rapid progress it is making. But what exactly is this build-up for?

  6. Did China Tip Cyber War Hand?

    A programme broadcast on the military channel of China's state TV raises new questions about Beijing’s support for cyber attacks.

  7. China’s Accident Prone Period

    Last month’s high-speed rail crash was a wake-up call for officials. An emphasis on prevention will be far more effective – and much cheaper.