China is now Australia’s largest trading partner. Will Canberra shun its traditional allies in favour of Beijing as a strategic partner?
Chinese policymakers are often assumed to be the archetypal practitioners of realpolitik. But their coddling of dictators is counter-productive.
India has already expressed backing for the Palestinian bid for UN membership. But how much will this hurt ties with Israel?
China’s rise is a fact. The only way for the United States and others to deal with it is to encourage consistent and creative engagement.
China’s economic growth has been remarkable. But continuing to rely on the notion of a benevolent dictatorship is a serious mistake.
Desperate for international legitimacy, Burma’s new president has been keen to give the impression of change in the country. ASEAN shouldn’t be fooled.
Yoshihiko Noda takes office at the most crucial time for Japan in half a century, says Michael Auslin. But with lacklustre public support, he has his work cut out.