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Pivot Out, Rebalance In
Talk of a U.S. pivot toward the Asia-Pacific is being replaced with the idea of a rebalancing. Regardless, U.S. military strategy is taking on an interesting shape.
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The Week in Asia
The South China Sea, praise for North Korea and some positive news for human rights activists feature in news you might have missed this week in Asia.
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Burma Across the Threshold
This month’s by-elections in Burma have further assured the West that it’s time to start loosening sanctions. But some caution is warranted.
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Who’s Afraid of Huawei?
The U.S. and Australia have made clear their distrust of one of the world’s biggest telecoms companies. But their lack of transparency over their concerns does no one any favors.
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The Week in Asia
Welcome to the first issue of The Week in Asia. Every weekend, The Diplomat will be rounding up the Asia-Pacific news, research and commentary that you may have missed.
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Gillard Looks Ahead with Reshuffle
Fresh from fending off a leadership challenge, Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has reshuffled her cabinet. Is it enough to lift Labor’s sagging fortunes?
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Politics Gets Personal in Australia
Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard may have fended off a leadership challenge from former premier Kevin Rudd. But its done Labor no favors at all in the eyes of the electorate.
