SPOTLIGHT: TAIWAN
Reuters/Pichi Chuang - An employee arranges beef products in a supermarket in Taipei.
Don Shapiro, February 2012
In his first term as president, Ma Ying-jeou improved U.S.-Taiwan relations in large part by enhancing peace and stability. However, Don Shapiro writes that not all was well with the relationship and that some points of contention remain, especially on certain trade issues. Shapiro explains both the improvements and setbacks, and suggests steps for further progress in Ma's second term.
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Taiwan, Trade, Asia, Northeast Asia, China
SPOTLIGHT: ASIA
Reuters/Larry Downing - Chinese President Hu Jintao and U.S. President Barack Obama
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Washington, DC
The Obama administration has adopted a policy of rebalancing toward Asia, with the president personally affirming that the U.S. will play a leadership role in Asia for many years to come. On January 31, the John L. Thornton China Center and the Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies at Brookings hosted a discussion examining the announced military, economic and trade, human rights and diplomatic initiatives and their likely impact, especially on U.S.-China relations.
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China, China's Economy, Asia, Japan, Taiwan
SPOTLIGHT: TAIWAN
Reuters/Jason Lee - Supporters of Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou wave flags as they take part in a campaign rally for the 2012 presidential election in Xinbei city, northern Taiwan.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Washington, DC
On January 17, the Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies at Brookings and the Freeman Chair in China Studies at the Center for Strategic and International Studies hosted a seminar analyzing the results of Taiwan’s January 14 presidential and legislative elections. The discussion featured speakers from across Taiwan’s political spectrum, as well as experts from the United States, China, and the United Kingdom.
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Taiwan, Elections, Asia, China
SPOTLIGHT: MONGOLIA
Reuters/Carlos Barria - Smoke billows from the chimneys of a coal-burning power plant in Ulan Bator October 14, 2011.
Alicia Campi, January 2012
Because of the exploitation of its vast mineral resources, Mongolia’s economy is among the fastest growing in the world. Alicia Campi describes the challenges facing the Mongolian government as it works to ensure that this mineral wealth benefits the whole nation rather than just certain sectors of society.
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Central Asia, Northeast Asia, Economic Development, Governance, Sustainable Development
SPOTLIGHT: TAIWAN'S UPCOMING ELECTIONS
Reuters - Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou shakes hands with fellow presidential candidate James Soong as candidate Tsai Ing-wen looks on.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Washington, DC
On December 14, the Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies at Brookings hosted a conversation on Taiwan’s upcoming presidential and legislative elections, assessing the prospective outcomes and possible implications for Taiwan, cross-Strait relations, and the United States.
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Taiwan, Elections, Asia, Northeast Asia
SPOTLIGHT: NORTH KOREA: THE DEATH OF KIM JONG-IL
Reuters TV - New North Korean ruler Kim Jong-un pays his respects to his father and former leader Kim Jong-il who is lying in state at the Kumsusan Memorial Palace in Pyongyang.
Evans J.R. Revere, December 21, 2011
Evans Revere writes that North Korea’s handling of the death of Kim Jong-il reflects a high degree of order and control and that the United States and South Korea have correctly taken low-key, prudent steps to enhance military readiness while not rattling any sabers. In this way, recent developments in the U.S.-North Korea relationship may resume after a pause.
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North Korea: The Death of Kim Jong-il, North Korea, Northeast Asia, Asia, Diplomacy
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Evans J.R. Revere, January 2012
In light of the sudden rise of Kim Jong-un as North Korea’s supreme leader after his father’s death, Evans Revere writes that the United States now has a historic opportunity for renewed dialogue, but must continue to prioritize the ultimate denuclearization of North Korea. Revere outlines recommendations for engaging North Korean leadership and maximizing prospects for achieving the goal of denuclearization.
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VISITING FELLOWSHIP
Monday, November 07, 2011
CNAPS is accepting applications for the Autumn 2012 term of its Visiting Fellows program. Applicants from China, Japan, Korea, and Mongolia are eligible for this term, which will be in session at Brookings from August 13 to December 14, 2012. Research proposals on the theme of "natural disasters: preparation, response, and international cooperation" are preferred, and the application deadline is March 16, 2012.
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PAST EVENT
Friday, December 02, 2011
8:45 AM to 12:30 PM
Washington, DC
On December 2, the Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies at Brookings and the Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA hosted a conference that examined Japan’s potential entry into the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), addressing the opportunities and pitfalls the trade pact may present for its economic future and that of the region. TPP is regarded by many as the best route to a Free Trade Area of the Asia Pacific. Leading experts provided diverse perspectives on recent developments and future prospects, as well as the state of the debate within Japan, the United States and other current members of TPP.
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Research and Commentary
Richard C. Bush III, October 11, 2011
Richard Bush writes that while forming a G-2 between China and the United States would allow the countries to better address the major challenges facing the international system, it is unlikely to become reality if their current record of cooperation and mistrust is any indication.
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