Cooperate to Contain North Korea

Countries in the region should not allow territorial disputes and historical issues to get in the way of solving the shared problem of North Korea and its nuclear program.

Chung Mong-joon, the 123, and the State-Level Approach

During the coming week, the United States and South Korea will again attack the sticking point that since 2011 has bedeviled the negotiation of a new bilateral nuclear cooperation agreement.

Is a Nuclear Iran Inevitable?

A nuclear weapon in the hands of Iran is by no means inevitable.

Mitigating Tensions on the Korean Peninsula

Although tensions are mounting on the Korean peninsula, China is unlikely to fundamentally alter its North Korea policy.

Seoul's Nukes

The United States will have trouble keeping South Korea from going nuclear if it can't contain the threat from Pyongyang.

South Korea’s Nuclear Defense

Washington and Seoul are working on a diplomatic response to accompany their resolve not to blink should Kim Jong-un launch an attack, and they also want to wrap up two years of negotiations on a new bilateral agreement for nuclear cooperation.

Reading Into South Korea’s Nuclear Debate

For denizens of the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, North Korea's third nuclear test was so threatening that it has moved onto center stage a once-fringe debate about whether South Korea should acquire nuclear weapons of its own.

Will South Korea Go Nuclear?

The acute tension on the Korean peninsula is threatening critical negotiations on peaceful nuclear cooperation between the United States and South Korea.

Heading for the Wire on US-ROK 123

The Republic of Korea and the United States are running out of time to finish negotiations on a bilateral agreement for nuclear cooperation.

South Korea Votes: In the Shadow of the North's Missile

The leading candidates in South Korea’s election have been running to the middle, but they have different approaches to Seoul’s relations with North Korea and the United States.

Making the Transition: From Middle-Income to Advanced Economies

In order to for middle-income countries to successfully transition into advanced economies, their policymakers should look at the lessons learned by countries that successfully made the jump.

Recovery: The Global Financial Crisis and Middle-Income Countries

There is no single solution to the financial crisis for middle-income countries, but fundamental labor markets reforms that create high-paying jobs are key to restarting economic growth.

Concrete Steps to Improve the Nonproliferation Regime

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) must reassert its authority to strengthen the dangerously weakened nonproliferation regime and to help prevent future proliferation crises.

Strategic Asia 2005-06: Military Modernization in an Era of Uncertainty

Through a combination of country, regional, and topical studies, Strategic Asia 2005–06: Military Modernization in an Era of Uncertainty assesses how Asian states are modernizing their military programs in response to China's rise as a regional power, the war on terrorism, changes in U.S. force posture, the revolution in military affairs, and local security dilemmas.

Strategic Asia 2004-05: Confronting Terrorism in the Pursuit of Power

A new book provides broad trend analyses of the major Asian sub-regions, as well as an array of transnational topical studies. It also evaluates current threats to regional peace and stability, considering how the strategic environment in Asia could change.

Verifying North Korean Nuclear Disarmament: A Technical Analysis

Will North Korea Strike?

North Korea has issued new threats against South Korea and has demanded an apology for protests in the South.

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry Visits China

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry’s first visit to China will likely see a focus on security on the Korean peninsula, the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement, and cyber security.

North Korea Missile Threat

In China, Kerry needs to focus on the broader context of the U.S.-China strategic relationship and how North Korea will harm this relationship.

North Korea Tensions

Tensions with North Korea are rising as the United States strengthens its missile defense in response to threats.

Warning to North Korea

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has used strong words against North Korea after the country threatened to attack the United States.

TPP vs. RCEP: Southeast Asia’s Trade Dilemma

Southeast Asian countries are involved in negotiations for two very different trade agreements: the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). How do they differ and which one is best for Southeast Asia?

Changing Perceptions in Key Capitals on the North Korea Issue

China is reassessing its policy calculus toward the Korean Peninsula.

Asian Development Outlook 2013

The Asia and the Pacific region continues to be the global growth leader even as it faces significant development challenges and downside risks.

A Critical Assessment of U.S. Rebalancing to Asia

The Obama administration argues that the realignment of American military might and political focus is not meant to counter a more assertive China, but to refresh relationships with allies and to maintain regional stability.

Untangling Maritime Disputes in Asia

Tensions have escalated in the South and East China Seas. As events progress, what was already a complex and complicated issue over minuscule territories has drawn big power attention.

"Rebalancing" America's Ties to Asia: An Assessment of the Obama Initiative

While much attention was paid to the competitive aspects of U.S.-China relations during President Obama's recent trip to Asia, the broader consequences and outcomes of the trip are more nuanced.

America's Challenge: Engaging a Rising China in the Twenty-First Century

As the world's predominant political, economic, and military force, the United States faces a significant challenge in responding to China's rising power and influence, especially in Asia.

2011 Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference

The 2011 conference focused on new actors and new agendas, reflecting the need to develop cooperative responses to challenges being posed by changing technology, distributions of political power, interest in nuclear energy, and security conditions in key regions.

Rebalancing Growth in Asia - Economic Dimensions for China

With China leading the way, most Asian economies are experiencing rapid growth and rising income levels. However, there is a risk of an overheating economy with such a rapid trajectory—as seen in rising inflation rates in many countries.

Plutonium, Nonproliferation, and Radioactive Waste Politics in East Asia

In spite of the fact that nuclear reprocessing continues to pose a number of economic and nonproliferation challenges, this process remains a significant factor in the current and future nuclear power plans of a number of nations

TPP vs. RCEP: Southeast Asia’s Trade Dilemma

Southeast Asian countries are involved in negotiations for two very different trade agreements: the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). How do they differ and which one is best for Southeast Asia?

Cooperate to Contain North Korea

Countries in the region should not allow territorial disputes and historical issues to get in the way of solving the shared problem of North Korea and its nuclear program.

Changing Perceptions in Key Capitals on the North Korea Issue

China is reassessing its policy calculus toward the Korean Peninsula.

Asian Development Outlook 2013

The Asia and the Pacific region continues to be the global growth leader even as it faces significant development challenges and downside risks.

Will North Korea Strike?

North Korea has issued new threats against South Korea and has demanded an apology for protests in the South.

Chung Mong-joon, the 123, and the State-Level Approach

During the coming week, the United States and South Korea will again attack the sticking point that since 2011 has bedeviled the negotiation of a new bilateral nuclear cooperation agreement.

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry Visits China

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry’s first visit to China will likely see a focus on security on the Korean peninsula, the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement, and cyber security.

Is a Nuclear Iran Inevitable?

A nuclear weapon in the hands of Iran is by no means inevitable.

North Korea Missile Threat

In China, Kerry needs to focus on the broader context of the U.S.-China strategic relationship and how North Korea will harm this relationship.

Mitigating Tensions on the Korean Peninsula

Although tensions are mounting on the Korean peninsula, China is unlikely to fundamentally alter its North Korea policy.