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Vietnam’s New Kilo-class Submarines: Game-Changer In Regional Naval Balance? – Analysis

The launch of Vietnam’s first Kilo-class submarine is another step closer to Hanoi’s dream of acquiring an undersea capability. Notwithstanding

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Increasing Competition In The South China Sea: Need For A New Game Plan – Analysis

Increasing competition in the South China Sea between China and the United States and others makes management regimes more difficult.

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AirSea Battle: Old Wine In New Bottles? – Analysis

The U.S. military’s “AirSea Battle” is short on specifics, but appears to draw much from earlier concepts of the “revolution

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Singapore: Economic Policymaking And The Pursuit Of Happiness – Analysis

Economic policymakers have traditionally used GDP figures to evaluate both the performance of the economy as well as the efficacy

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North Korea At London 2012: Beyond The Glory Of Medals – Analysis

North Korea put on a good show at the London 2012 Summer Olympics, finishing 20th in the overall medal tally

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US Alliances With The Philippines And Thailand: Partnerships Or Interests? – Analysis

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While both the Philippines and Thailand are treaty allies of the US in Southeast Asia, they exhibit different levels of

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Developing An ICoC And Role Of Media Literacy Council: The Middle Ground Perspective – Analysis

Recent calls for an internet code of conduct and the establishment of the Media Literacy Council are viewed by many

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Indonesian Nationalism: Between The Bellicose And The Inclusive – Analysis

An Indonesian presidential candidate’s call for nationalism in handling national issues should be seen in the context of internal challenges

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Great Power Rivalry In Africa: Economic Engagement Holds Key – Analysis

Hillary Clinton’s visit to Africa, following the recently-concluded China-Africa Summit, is viewed as a competition for influence in Africa. However,

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