Asia Pacific
Why a nuclear Japan would not solve the North Korea threat
Amid escalating rhetoric between Pyongyang and Washington, some believe a North Korea-US war is a ‘real possibility’. It has been suggested that Japan should support the US and stabilize the
Guest Post: Should Japan go nuclear? Michael Rubin argues that diplomacy isn’t working
As the North Korean nuclear threat looms ever larger, it has been suggested that Japan support the US and stabilize the region by obtaining nuclear weapons. But does it make
India’s Aadhaar programme and the future of biometrics
India’s biometric identification programme, Aadhaar, has gone from an optional program to a mandatory one and is collecting more data than ever expected.
Special Report: Seven things to watch at China’s 19th Party Congress
The lead-up to China’s 19th Party Congress has been filled with uncertainty. GRI presents this guide of what to watch for during the coming weeks.
Australia’s ballistic missile defence options
Australia increasingly faces the need to address the North Korean missile threat by developing a domestic ballistic missile defence system.
What next for Suu Kyi, Myanmar and the Rohingya?
The plight of the Rohingya once again dominates international media headlines. But even though Suu Kyi is reluctant to stop the attacks, geopolitical interests are likely to prevail over any
Challenges for China: The path towards a knowledge economy
Despite the presence of structural challenges, a knowledge economy does not seem likely to lead to the stability of China and may lead to further growth.
Article 9 and Japan’s missile defence dilemma
North Korea’s recent missile tests raised new questions about the Japanese Constitution and the effectiveness of Japan missile defence strategy.
Taiwan’s migrant labourers hold the key to regional alliances
Migrant labour reforms are key to boosting the strength of Taiwan’s regional allegiances.
Outlook for the Tsai Ing-wen presidency: Consolidating power, driving reform
Taiwan’s first female president hopes her newly appointed Premier will be able to help enact reforms she promised during her campaign. Tsai Ing-wen’s electoral victory in January 2016 was historic and
