Juthika Hasan discusses the recent impeachment of South Korean President Park Geun-Hye and its implications for political tensions in Asia.
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Rising Military Tensions Amidst North Korea’s Latest Missile Launches
Tensions between countries are rising amidst North Korea’s latest missile launches. China, Japan, South Korea, and the United States are concerned about the blatant disregard North Korea is showing. Mitchell Haid discusses the most recent proceedings happening on the Korean Peninsula and how each country is reacting.
How to DIY a Free (or Cheaper) “Degree” in IR, Part 2: Regional Concentrations
Part 1 of this series outlined the MOOC IR “degree” project and introduced courses about the basics of IR. This part builds on the foundational courses to suggest possible regional concentrations. Middle East No doubt the Middle East, in the throes of unrest and endless conflict, is one of the most important regions Read More…
Haunting Memories of War: Comfort Women, militarized sexuality, and reconciliation
What is the significance of ‘comfort women’ in transpacific relations and military culture? Mégane Visette investigates the link between haunting memories of imperial sexual slavery and the development of military prostitution in East Asia.
South Korea Increases Nuclear Deterrence In Wake of Successful North Korea Test
South Korea refuses to take chances against North Korea as it begins to invest in the procurement of Hyunmoo ballistic missiles.
Talk to a Diplomat: Interview with Khalid Mahdi
Khalid Mahdi provides advice to those interested in pursuing a career in international relations and affairs.
China – South Korea Free Trade
Anthony Galea explores the deepening of economies ties between the two East Asian economies.
The Next Snowbirds
In Paul Pryce’s 100th article for the NAOC, he discusses the possible replacements of the CT-144 Tutors flown by Canada’s Snowbirds.
China’s Commemoration of WWII Reveals How History Informs Xi Jinping’s Worldview
John Pollock explains the significance of the 2015 Victory Day parade in Beijing, and how it is shaping the future of Asia’s worldview.
70 Years On: Japan’s Role in WWII Continues to Haunt Ties with Beijing
John Pollock uncovers some of China’s old wounds that remain from Japan’s role from WWII.