RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Jonathan Pollack, February 10, 2012, The Brookings Institution
In advance of Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit, Jonathan Pollack examines the likely challenges facing Xi when he assumes the top position in the Chinese Communist Party later this year, and what this transition may mean for U.S.-China relations. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Don Shapiro, February 2012, The Brookings Institution
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. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Erica S. Downs and Michal Meidan, February 08, 2012, China Security
The oil executive reshuffle that took place in April 2011 was a reminder of the Chinese Communist Party's control over Chinese firms. Erica Downs and Michal Meidan assess how the personnel changes at China’s major national oil companies shed light on the ties between state-owned corporations and the party-state. Read More
PAST EVENT
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Washington, DC
On February 7, Global Economy and Development at Brookings hosted a discussion on the renminbi’s prospects as an international currency and its implications from two perspectives—the balance and sustainability of China’s own economic development and the associated implications for the global monetary system. The panelists included Brookings Senior Fellow Eswar Prasad, author of a new report, "..." (with link); Senior Fellow Donald Kohn; and Stephen Roach, senior lecturer and senior fellow of the Jackson Institute at Yale University. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
William J. Antholis, February 06, 2012, The Brookings Institution
Which are the seven most important states in India? And who are their leaders? Population, economic output, and productivity all matter. So do the politicians themselves. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Michael E. O'Hanlon and Mike Mochizuki , February 04, 2012, POLITICO
Michael O’Hanlon and Mike Mochizuki examine the costs of the current relocation plan for the Marines based in Japan. The authors argue that pre-positioning military supplies in Japanese waters and sending the Marines to Hawaii or California will reduce costs without sacrificing U.S. capabilities in Asia. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Marvin Kalb, February 01, 2012, The Brookings Institution
On the 44th anniversary of the Tet Offensive, Marvin Kalb reflects on the Vietnam War and considers its implications on Obama's defense policies, particularly in Afghanistan. Read More
PAST EVENT
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. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Richard C. Bush III, January 31, 2012, The Brookings Institution
Richard Bush examines the varied responses of East Asian countries to the recent pivot or re-balancing of U.S. policy, and what this means for China’s future course in the region. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Robert Kagan, January 23, 2012, Foreign Policy
Robert Kagan assesses President Obama's record on foreign policy. Kagan writes that Obama has created successful policies for dealing with Asia and the Arab awakening, but has had defense-related failures—including the U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq and cuts in defense spending. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Erica S. Downs, January 19, 2012, The German Marshall Fund of the United States
U.S.-China cooperation on Iran in 2010 was the high point of an otherwise very rocky year in the bilateral relationship. Erica Downs explains the reasons behind China's contribution to curtailing Iran's nuclear program despite its opposition to unilateral sanctions and its strong economic ties to Iran. Read More
PAST EVENT
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. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Richard C. Bush III, January 17, 2012, Center for Strategic and International Studies
Richard Bush discusses the results from Taiwan's recent presidential and legislative elections and how they reflect Taiwan’s progress as a democracy. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
William J. Antholis, January 13, 2012, The Brookings Institution
States like Tamil Nadu have witnessed the rise of regional parties, independent from the nation-wide Congress Party and BJP. Those parties have learned that they can gain more by being a power broker than they could ever have by threatening secession. Read More
RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY
Evans J.R. Revere, January 2012, The Brookings Institution
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. Read More