Information on "Armaments" and "Asia"
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March 2013
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27 Mar 2013
Reading Into South Korea's Nuclear Debate
North Korea's recent nuclear test prompted calls for an indigenous nuclear weapons program in the South. Toby Dalton and Yoon Ho Jin analyze this shift in South Korean public opinion and its possible impact on Seoul's long-standing 'no nukes' policy. More on «Reading Into South Korea's Nuclear Debate» -
19 Mar 2013
Method not Madness: Why Tehran Continues to Pursue its Nuclear Program
Despite widespread international condemnation and tough sanctions, Iran's controversial nuclear program shows no sign of slowing down. Today, Benjamin Mayer explains why Tehran continues to pursue a program that has so many opponents. More on «Method not Madness: Why Tehran Continues to Pursue its Nuclear Program» -
1 Mar 2013
Israeli Anti-Ballistic Missile and Counter-Rocket Systems: Architecture and Operational Record
Israel continues to develop an increasingly sophisticated array of missile defense systems to counter the threats posed by their neighbors. Today, PISM’s Marcin Andrzej Piotrowski provides an update on the status of the country’s missile defense program and partnerships. More on «Israeli Anti-Ballistic Missile and Counter-Rocket Systems: Architecture and Operational Record»
February 2013
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26 Feb 2013
U.S.-Iran Relations: In Diplomacy We Trust
Tracy Lee believes that the reelection of Barack Obama may help to ease tensions between the United States and Iran. What she does not expect to change, however, is Washington’s tough diplomatic stance over Tehran’s controversial nuclear program. More on «U.S.-Iran Relations: In Diplomacy We Trust» -
19 Feb 2013
Kazakhstan: Astana Registers Diplomatic Boost with Iran Nuclear Talks
Kazakhstan is set to host multinational talks on Iran's controversial nuclear program. Our partners at EurasiaNet consider how Astana pulled off this 'diplomatic coup' and what it might mean for the Central Asian state's international reputation. More on «Kazakhstan: Astana Registers Diplomatic Boost with Iran Nuclear Talks»
January 2013
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29 Jan 2013
Modernization of the Indian Air Force
As the Indian Air Force (IAF) celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, Laxman Kumar Behera takes its measure. He examines its C4ISR capabilities and provides an overview of New Delhi’s attempts to modernize the IAF’s fighter aircraft and other platforms. More on «Modernization of the Indian Air Force»
December 2012
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20 Dec 2012
An American Iron Dome?
According to Peter Buxbaum, the United States sees Israel's Iron Dome as the ideal platform to defend its own territory from short-range missile threats. However, prospects for US-Israeli co-production remain subject to Tel Aviv's ongoing efforts to deploy more of these assets along its own borders. More on «An American Iron Dome?»
November 2012
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21 Nov 2012
Myanmar's Reforms: The Nuclear Dimension
Myanmar's political reforms continue to receive international approval and support. However, our partners at the IISS warn that the country's nuclear activities remain a grey area where greater transparency is definitely required. More on «Myanmar's Reforms: The Nuclear Dimension»
October 2012
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23 Oct 2012
Chinese Strategic Miscalculations in the South China Sea
How China handles its territorial disputes in the South China Sea, writes Hoang Anh Tuan, will determine whether it will ascend to superpower status or not. Its handling of sovereignty disputes with some of its neighbors, however, has already weakened its standing in the Far East and beyond. More on «Chinese Strategic Miscalculations in the South China Sea» -
18 Oct 2012
The 'Third Track': US Military Moves in Persian Gulf
The United States continues to pursue a 'dual track' strategy in order to thwart Iran’s nuclear program. Although it has increased its military presence in the Persian Gulf, the build-up has failed to ease regional tensions or prevent continued demands for a more robust Israeli response, or so argues Sam Rajiv. More on «The 'Third Track': US Military Moves in Persian Gulf »
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