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PLA Maneuvers Near Taiwan in December: Misperceptions and Strategic Realities
By Yu-cheng Chen
Although China continues to employ military force as a primary tool for deterring Taiwan, the recent series of military activities differs significantly from previous operations.
Australia-Japan Defense Cooperation Must Stand on Its Own
By Tom Corben
The Australia-Japan-U.S. partnership might be at the core of the three countries’ regional deterrence strategy, but it will only ever be as strong as its weakest link.
Yoon’s Declaration of Martial Law: Implications for the South Korea-US Alliance
By Jason Cox
By invoking North Korean infiltration as a justification for his political moves, Yoon revived one of Washington’s great fears: entrapment in a conflict triggered by an ally’s recklessness.
The Overlooked Trend in China’s Military Violations of Taiwan’s ADIZ
By Cheng-kun Ma and K. Tristan Tang
The world should focus not only on the PLA’s daily violation sorties but also on the near-weekly joint combat readiness patrols.
Revisiting ‘Forces Goal 2030’: Bangladesh’s Military Modernization Plan Under the New Government
By Khandakar Tahmid Rejwan
Every major step taken during the Hasina administration is now subject to change – including Bangladesh’s first formalized military modernization blueprint.
KMT, DPP Clash over Taiwan Defense Initiatives
By Brian Hioe
The defense priorities of the DPP, including domestic submarines and civil defense programs, have become targets for the KMT.
Will AUKUS Survive the Trump Administration?
By Christopher Featherstone
Trump's reelection constitutes crisis time for AUKUS.
Japan, Germany Listed as Finalists for Royal Australian Navy’s Future Frigates
By Takahashi Kosuke
Will Australia strategically choose Tokyo to strengthen bilateral cooperation? Or will it opt for a German-designed frigate that is familiar to the Royal Australian Navy?
Beyond the Clouds: The Thai Air Force’s Grand Rebrand
By Tita Sanglee
The force has plans to rename itself the Royal Thai Air and Space Force, a recognition of the growing significance of the space domain.
Indonesia’s Defense Minister Has a Chance to Remake the Military For a New Era
By Rahmad Budi Harto
Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin comes to office with a wealth of experience, but will face stiff challenges in implementing President Prabowo Subianto's vision.
The Australia-Japan-US Trilateral: Forming Collective Deterrence in the Indo-Pacific
By Hiroshi Nakatani
Any direct deterrent contribution – meaning participation in high-end military operations – will arguably stem from these long-standing and increasingly united U.S. allies.
South Korea’s Dockyards: A New Factor in Korea-US Military Burden-sharing
By James JB Park
Negotiating with Trump will not be easy, but Seoul now possesses more leverage than before.