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2018/08/07 | Policy Forum

ANALYSIS: Japan Is Finally Entering the Indo-Pacific Arena

Japan has hesitated to assert itself in the Indo-Pacific, a region increasingly dominated by Chinese influence. It may want to avoid its tradition 'value-oriented diplomacy' and the temptation to lock horns with China.

2018/07/19 | Policy Forum

ANALYSIS: Russia's Expanding Asia-Pacific Power Play

In the absence of strong relations with Western nations, Russia may be making its own pivot to Asia. This should motivate Australia and ASEAN states to fortify their own presences in the area.

2017/02/17 | Timothy R. Heath

China Intensifies Effort to Dislodge US in Asia

An Epitaph for the Pivot: China is challenging U.S. power in Asia at its source: America’s role as a security provider.