South China Sea: New Arena of Sino-Indian Rivalry

China ignores India’s exploration, puts Vietnam’s oil block up for global bid
Harsh V. Pant
August 2, 2012

Is Partition a Solution for Syria?

Following footsteps of India and Pakistan, Damascus may find peace in partition
Dilip Hiro
July 31, 2012

Syria: No End in Sight

Despite Western-backed pressure, Assad clings to power with help from Russia, China and Iran
Fawaz A. Gerges
July 17, 2012

Syrian Conflict Promises Toxic Outcome – Part II

Conflict stemming from Syria’s sectarian imbalance could destabilize the Middle East
Dilip Hiro
June 28, 2012

Syrian Conflict Promises Toxic Outcome – Part I

As rebels gain territory, Syrian guards could abandon chemical-weapon arsenals
Leonard S. Spector
June 26, 2012

Standoff in the South China Sea

Scarborough Shoal standoff reveals blunt edge of China’s peaceful rise
Carlyle A. Thayer
June 12, 2012