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Save to My PortfolioGetting Beyond Beef in U.S.-Taiwan Relations

Don Shapiro, February 2012, The Brookings Institution

An employee arranges beef products in a supermarket in TaipeiIn 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

Taiwan, Trade, Asia, Northeast Asia, China

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Save to My PortfolioUnderstanding the U.S. Pivot to Asia

Tuesday, January 31, 2012
1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Washington, DC

Reuters/Larry DowningThe 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

China, China's Economy, Asia, Japan, Taiwan

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Save to My PortfolioThe Response of China’s Neighbors to the U.S. "Pivot" to Asia

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

Asia, China, Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia

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Save to My PortfolioThe January 2012 Taiwan Elections and What They Mean

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

Taiwan, Elections, China, Northeast Asia, Asia

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioRe-Engaging North Korea After Kim Jong-il’s Death: Last, Best Hope or Dialogue to Nowhere?

Evans J.R. Revere, January 2012, The Brookings Institution

Re-Engaging North Korea After Kim Jong-il’s Death: Last, Best Hope or Dialogue to Nowhere?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

North Korea: The Death of Kim Jong-il, North Korea, Northeast Asia, Nonproliferation, Nuclear Weapons

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioMongolia’s Quest to Balance Human Development in its Booming Mineral-Based Economy

Alicia Campi, January 2012, The Brookings Institution

Mongolia’s Quest to Balance Human Development in its Booming Mineral-Based EconomyBecause 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. Read More

Central Asia, Northeast Asia, Economic Development, Governance, Sustainable Development

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Save to My PortfolioDealing with North Korea’s New Leader: Getting it Right

Evans J.R. Revere, December 21, 2011, The Brookings Institution

Dealing with North Korea’s New Leader: Getting it RightEvans 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. Read More

North Korea: The Death of Kim Jong-il, North Korea, Northeast Asia, Asia, Diplomacy

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Save to My PortfolioKim Jong-un’s Shaky Hold on Power in North Korea

Richard C. Bush III, December 19, 2011, The Daily Beast

Kim Jong-un’s Shaky Hold on Power in North KoreaNorth Korean dictator Kim Jong-il has died after 17 years in power, raising serious concerns over the stability and future of the country and region. Richard Bush examines what happens next, arguing his sudden death will complicate and confuse the succession process he had set in place. Read More

North Korea, Northeast Asia, Asia, North Korea: The Death of Kim Jong-il

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Save to My PortfolioKim Jong-il to Kim Jong-un: North Korea in Transition

Jonathan Pollack, December 19, 2011, The Brookings Institution

Kim Jong-il to Kim Jong-un: North Korea in TransitionAfter the death of Kim Jong-il, Jonathan Pollack discusses the future of North Korea under the leadership of Kim Jong-un. Pollack assesses whether North Korea will remain isolated from the outside world. Read More

North Korea: The Death of Kim Jong-il, North Korea, Northeast Asia, Asia

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Save to My PortfolioThe Death of Kim Jong-il

Kongdan Oh, December 19, 2011, The Brookings Institution

The Death of Kim Jong-ilWith the sudden death of North Korean leader Kim Jong-il, attention turns to his 29-year old son, Kim Jong-un. Kongdan Oh writes that the young Kim, only recently designated as successor, does not have the benefit of a lengthy apprenticeship as his father did in the 1980s and 1990s. Furthermore, he may face challenges of greater outside influence on North Korea. Read More

North Korea: The Death of Kim Jong-il, North Korea, Northeast Asia, Asia

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioTaiwan’s Upcoming Presidential and Legislative Elections

Wednesday, December 14, 2011
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Washington, DC

Taiwan's presidential candidatesOn 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. Read More

Taiwan, Elections, Asia, Northeast Asia

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Save to My PortfolioAchievements, Celebration and Homework: South Korean President Lee Myung-bak's State Visit to the United States

Sang-Yoon Ma, October 2011, The Brookings Institution

Achievements, Celebration and Homework: South Korean President Lee Myung-bak's State Visit to the United StatesAs South Korean President Lee Myung-bak begins his state visit to the United States, Sang-Yoon Ma notes that the United States and Republic of Korea have much to celebrate, but that there is also room for improvement in the relationship. Ma suggests that one area of improvement could be enhancing civil society interaction between the two democracies. Read More

South Korea, North Korea, Trade, Northeast Asia, Diplomacy

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Save to My PortfolioThe State Visit of South Korea’s President: A “Good News Moment” for Korea and for the United States

Evans J.R. Revere, October 11, 2011, The Brookings Institution

The State Visit of South Korea’s President: A “Good News Moment” for Korea and for the United StatesEvans Revere details South Korean President Lee Myung-bak's visit to the United States, examining areas where the two countries are in agreement and outlining upcoming challenges, including restarting denuclearization talks with North Korea, that President Lee and President Obama are likely to face. Read More

South Korea, U.S. Economic Growth, Trade, Northeast Asia

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Save to My PortfolioThe Department of Defense's 2011 China Report and Taiwan's Security

Richard C. Bush III, October 11, 2011, China Times

The Department of Defense's 2011 China Report and Taiwan's SecurityRichard Bush examines the Department of Defense’s annual report on China’s military power, focusing on the analysis of Taiwan's security. Bush argues that the report makes clear that China's military modernization is continuing, Taiwan is becoming more vulnerable to PRC coercion, and U.S. arms sales to Taiwan remain justified. Read More

China, Taiwan, Defense Strategy, Asia, Northeast Asia

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioCoping with Disaster and Preparing for the Future: An On-the-Ground View of Japan’s Earthquake Recovery Effort

Ry Beville, September 13, 2011, The Brookings Institution

Coping with Disaster and Preparing for the Future: An On-the-Ground View of Japan’s Earthquake Recovery EffortIn this unique first-hand account of humanitarian efforts immediately following Japan’s massive Tohoku earthquake in March, Ry Beville explains how the region’s preparation and response were more effective than outsiders commonly believe. He also offers suggestions on how preparations for and responses to a future disaster may be enhanced, and how the Tohoku region may rebuild. Read More

Japan, Natural Disasters, Northeast Asia, Asia, Humanitarian Affairs

Featured Experts

Richard C. Bush III

Richard C. Bush III

Director, Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies
The Michael H. Armacost Chair

Richard Bush’s two-decade public service career spans Congress, the intelligence community and the U.S. State Department. He currently focuses on China-Taiwan relations, U.S.-China relations, the Korean peninsula and Japan’s security.
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Michael E. O'Hanlon

Michael E. O'Hanlon

Director of Research and Senior Fellow, Foreign Policy, 21st Century Defense Initiative
The Sydney Stein, Jr. Chair

Michael O’Hanlon specializes in national security and defense policy and is senior author of the Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan Index projects. Before joining Brookings, O'Hanlon worked as a national security analyst at the Congressional Budget Office. His current research agenda includes military strategy and technology, Northeast Asia, U.S. Central Command, defense budgets, among other defense/security issues.
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