New Leaders Forum – The Diplomat https://thediplomat.com The Diplomat is a current-affairs magazine for the Asia-Pacific, with news and analysis on politics, security, business, technology and life across the region. Wed, 28 Jun 2023 12:05:31 +0900 en-US The Tide of History Breaks in August A combustible mix of history, current events, and leadership transitions all combine to stoke regional tensions.

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Obama's 'Flat-Footed' Pivot If the U.S. wants to successfully ‘pivot’ to Asia, the Obama Administration needs a more consistent approach.

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S. Korea-Japan: Time for Outside Mediation? Can Tokyo and Seoul set aside the past? An outside mediator may ease the path forward.

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America and Europe's Pacific Partnership Can efforts by America and Europe to coordinate policy in Asia breathe new life into a time-tested partnership?

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In Light of the Pivot, Finding Tomorrow's Asia Experts After a decade’s gaze on the Middle East, America needs people who know Asia, says Eric Sayers.

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Iran: Running Out of Options Oil sanctions are hurting Iran’s economy, argues Javad Heydarian. Are old friends jumping ship as well?

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Playing Politics in Japan Despite an impending economic crisis, Japan’s politicians seem more worried about their own careers.

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After Rio+20 Rio+20 was dismissed by many as likely to be just a talking shop. Sadly, critics may have been right.

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The Logic of China’s Korea Policy China sees the U.S.-South Korea alliance as a threat. Its policy toward North Korea shouldn’t surprise.

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Unfriendly Waters for China China as been keen to bolster its naval strength. But could its advances prove strategically counterproductive?

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Asia’s Competing Visions There is no shortage of economic visions for Asia. Is TPP the future? Or FTAAP? Or ASEAN-RCEP?

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Can EU Be Relevant for Asia? The EU is at a crossroads with its Asia-Pacific policy. Should it focus on economics or human rights?

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Manila Takes on the Goliath The Scarborough Shoal between the Philippines and China is still rumbling on. Can Manila come out on top?

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Why Baghdad Talks Faltered The talks over Iran’s nuclear program were a reminder of how big the gap is between and Tehran and the West.

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How U.S. Must Adapt in Asia If the U.S. wants to be the resident Pacific power then it needs to show greater commitment than it has done.

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Should U.S. Scramble? The idea that the U.S. can stand still as China rises is misplaced. Washington needs to show it can scramble.

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How Denmark Sees Asia Asia’s rise is an opportunity, not a threat, says Denmark’s ambassador to the U.S., Peter Taksøe-Jensen.

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Asia-3 Key to Syria Crisis If there is to be a lasting diplomatic solution to the Syria crisis it will need to involve China, Iran and Russia.

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Beijing Under Siege? Beijing is faced with a raft of policy challenges. What will the current leadership leave for the next this year?

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How Australia Sees America (Pt II) Washington Correspondent Eddie Walsh talks defense, diplomacy, and trade issues with Australia’s U.S. Ambassador.

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Japan, India Edge Closer There’s more to a Japan-India partnership than China. There are plenty of reasons for them to move closer.

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Is U.S-China Distrust Inevitable? Some argue mistrust between the U.S. and China stems from lack of awareness. Maybe they just don’t agree.

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North Korea’s Resource Headache North Korea has trillions of dollars worth of natural resources by some estimates. But could that be a curse?

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Singapore’s Military Modernization Singapore has the most technologically advanced military in ASEAN. But its defense planning needs a rethink.

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Deciphering North Korea China will likely keep backing North Korea. But with a leadership transition, Pyongyang shouldn’t push too hard.

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Creating a New International Order The lowest common denominator is no longer a good starting point for meaningful coordinated global action.

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Making Baghdad Talks a Success Iran nuclear talks in Istanbul were a step in the right direction. But there’s much to thrash out before Baghdad.

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Understanding North Korea The past month has seen a number of key developments in North Korea. So why isn’t anything clearer?

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How Australia Sees America Australia is happy for a closer alliance with the U.S. But it will always be based on Canberra’s best interests.

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Why Iran Will Compromise Pessimists argue little will come of the latest Iran talks. But a regime struggling for survival may compromise.

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The Real Pakistan Danger The real danger from Pakistan isn’t its nuclear arsenal falling into terrorist hands. It’s an economic collapse.

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Can Japan, South Korea Connect? Sovereignty and historical issues don’t have to destroy cooperation between Japan and South Korea.

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Can Japan Firms Woo Foreigners? Japanese firms are increasingly looking overseas for new markets. But can they woo foreign talent?

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Back to Nuclear Drawing Board There were few surprises at the Seoul Nuclear Security Summit. Japan, meanwhile, seems distracted.

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Obama and a Tehran Communiqué? Barack Obama might do well to take a leaf out of Richard Nixon’s China playbook as he contemplates Iran.

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Time to Call North Korea's Bluff The U.S. shouldn’t be sucked into more tit-for-tat with North Korea. Observing its “satellite” launch may help.

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Asia’s Real “America Problem” The U.S. may have indicated it is pivoting to the Asia-Pacific. But Asian allies worry about its commitment.

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How Europe Shies from Taiwan Europe accounts for a fraction of Taiwan’s defense import needs. Expect things to stay that way.

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India's Diplomatic Iran Dance Caught between U.S. pressure and its oil needs, India is involved in a delicate diplomatic dance.

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Vietnam Engages the World As Vietnam steps fully onto the international stage, economic development will be a key to success.

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Can North Korea be Trusted? The North Korea deal suggests a gradual shift in policy. But history suggests caution is warranted.

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Don't Fret Over Maldives Concerns about the recent coup in the Maldives are misplaced. China and Islamic extremism aren’t a worry.

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China and Iran Breaking Up? Chinese and Iranian interests used to align. But Iran’s nuclear program may be driving a wedge between them.

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Vietnam Eyes Middle Powers The U.S. may seem an attractive partner for Vietnam. But middle powers could offer a better alternative.

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Malaysia's Right Wing Problem Lively civil society is welcome. But is Malaysia’s government turning a blind eye to extremist voices?

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North Korea: Tactics vs Strategy The deal between the U.S. and North Korea was a good tactical step. But a strategic approach is needed.

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Burma’s Exchange Rate Problem Attention on Burma’s reforms has focused on democracy. But the mundane issue of exchange rates may be key.

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Between a Dragon and an Eagle The Philippines isn’t sure how it feels about the U.S. military presence. A rising China leaves it little choice.

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How Norway Sees the Arctic The Diplomat speaks with the Norwegian ambassador to the U.S. about the Arctic, China and security.

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ASEAN Ready for Global Role? As ASEAN countries try to balance China and the United States, are members ready for the global big time?

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Iran, West Head for Showdown The West is putting pressure on to tighten the screws over Iran’s nuclear program. But will it work?

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Security and the Life Sciences The recent announcement that scientists created a version of H5N1 influenza virus has implications for Asia.

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Russia Does its Own Pivot Russia is increasingly paying attention to developments in Asia. But are positions on Iran and Syria hurting it?

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Taiwan's Election Beacon Last month’s election in Taiwan had mainlanders talking. The peaceful way it was contested offers China hope.

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Kim Jong-un's Campaign It’s too early to say if Kim Jong-un will continue his father’s military first policies. But it looks that way.

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The Road to Rio+20 This year’s Rio+20 U.N. Conference on Sustainable Development has big implications, including for Asia.

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Congress’ Weak China Hand The U.S. Congress can be a tough critic of Barack Obama’s China policy. But its done little to slow it.

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Iran Gets Close to Iraq With the U.S. military’s withdrawal from Iraq, Iran has been happy to step in as a new ally for Baghdad.

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Seoul and Beijing’s Troubled Ties This month’s summit between Lee Myung-bak and Hu Jintao highlighted the strains between Beijing and Seoul.

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U.S. Military's A2/AD Challenge The Pentagon’s Joint Operational Access Concept breathes new life into discussion of Anti-Access/Area Denial.

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Nepal Balances Interests The Diplomat speaks with Nepal’s ambassador to the United States about Tibet, India and ties with China.

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A Path for North Korean Reform? The time might be ripe for other nations to encourage Chinese-style economic reforms in North Korea. Maybe.

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Asia’s Nuclear Footprints Asia’s ability to ensure the region’s nuclear arms are properly managed will depend on the actions of 3 nations.

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The Danger of Monotone Asia Asia needs competing voices and ideas if it is to prosper. No single nation should be seen as speaking for it.

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India, Japan Ties Blossom Ties between India and Japan have started to blossom this past year. There’s plenty of space for more growth.

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Indonesia's CTBT Step Indonesia’s decision to ratify the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty should be seen as a small but welcome step.

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Why World Should Watch Rason The North Korean free trade zone of Rajin-Sonbong isn’t sparking a revolution. But it’s a key starting point.

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Can Kim Muddle Through? The death of Kim Jong-il has left the Asia-Pacific in a state of flux. Expect things to get complicated next year.

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The U.S.-China Straitjacket Asia-Pacific nations need to stop seeing their foreign policy through the prism of U.S.-China balance.

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Handling North Korea 3.0 Kim Jong-un’s biggest challenge in trying to consolidate power could be managing political-military tensions.

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The West Philippine Sea? https://thediplomat.com/2011/12/the-west-philippine-sea/ https://thediplomat.com/2011/12/the-west-philippine-sea/ U.S.-Pakistan Ties on Brink With talk of possible coup swirling around Pakistan, the U.S. looks close to losing a key strategic partner.

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Tweaking China's Soft Power China’s soft power is widely talked about. But the country’s leaders will need to show flexibility to make it work.

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Taiwan Presses Forward The Diplomat speaks with Taiwan ambassador to the United States about democracy and international isolation.

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Nuclear Iran Good for India? A nuclear Iran is looking like a growing possibility. Could this actually be a strategic asset for India?

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China's "Cult of the Military" China’s PLA has often kept a low profile in the nation’s politics. But its influence over policy may be growing.

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Latin America's Pacific Gateway The Diplomat speaks with Chile’s ambassador to the United States about his country’s plans in the Asia-Pacific.

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The Real North Korea Threat The WMD threat from Kim Jong-il’s regime is real. But a bigger threat could come from its conventional forces.

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Taiwan Election Primer Taiwan’s upcoming election could play a crucial role in cross-strait relations. CSIS outlines what’s at stake.

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The Australian Canary One of Australia’s top foreign policy commentators is skeptical about the U.S. base deal. It’s a much-needed debate.

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China's End-to End Censoring China’s media crackdown is frequently discussed. But it goes deeper than censoring what newspapers report.

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India is no U.S. Pawn Some U.S. policy makers simply see ties with India as a way of countering China. It’s a misguided approach.

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Russia's Iran Nuclear Solution As tensions grow over Iran’s nuclear program following release of the IAEA report, Russia has a step-by-step plan.

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Russia's North Korea Gas Deal A planned gas pipeline from Russia to South Korea through North Korea should keep everyone happy. Maybe.

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Looking Forward in Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Ambassador to the U.S. Jaliya Wickramasuriya talks to The Diplomat about his country’s future.

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ASEAN's Third Way? As ASEAN works toward its own economic community, does it offer a third way for public-private relations?

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Deterrence Meets Great Wall Despite the impression given by Western media, China’s underground nuclear “Great Wall” may cut tensions.

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The Meaning of Seoul's Election The win in Seoul’s mayoral election by Park Won-soon reflects growing frustration among South Koreans.

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North Korea's Deceptive Face To the casual eye, things seem like they’re looking up in Pyongyang. But inequality has been growing.

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Manila's Economic Headache The Philippines has achieved economic growth, but it is extremely unequal. Aquino needs to make changes now.

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ASEAN's Golden Goal ASEAN is mulling making a joint bid to host the 2030 World Cup. Its chances depend on members working together.

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Fiji Explores Its Options Fiji’s ambassador to the United States discusses the country’s ties with ASEAN, China and the US.

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Can Noda Get Win-Win Ties? Japanese Prime Minister Noda Yoshihiko has said he wants win-win relations with China. Is it possible?

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South Korea’s Arab Spring Role? South Korea has more to offer transitioning Arab Spring countries than aid – it has plenty of experience.

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Weibo, China and Japan Microblogs like Weibo are helping to change Chinese perceptions of Japan. There’s little China’s censors can do.

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SNS Democracy in Korea Upcoming elections in South Korea offer social media the chance to really make its mark. But will populism rule?

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