DC - Asia Program

Demystifying the Chinese Economy

Uri Dadush, Justin Lin, Vikram Nehru, Nicholas Lardy — Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Since opening up to the world in 1979, China’s economy has grown by an astonishing 10 percent, on average, in real terms every year. But many observers have pointed out that China’s recent “rise” is more aptly deemed a “return” to the preeminence it enjoyed before the eighteenth century.

What's Behind the Bombings in Ukraine?

Matthew Rojansky — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:45:17 +0000

On the eve of the 2012 European Football Championship in Poland and Ukraine, a series of bombings in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnepropetrovsk have left dozens injured, but questions remain as to who is responsible for the attacks.

Economic and Political Challenges in the Philippines

Bert Hofman, John Nye, Steven Rood, Vikram Nehru — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

The Philippine economy has grown by about 5 percent a year on average over the last ten years, significantly higher than in the previous two decades. Yet the number of people living below the poverty line has actually increased.

North Korea: The Mouse that Roared

Douglas H. Paal — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:48:55 +0000

The 1959 movie The Mouse That Roared offers a useful metaphor for understanding North Korea.

Current Developments in Uzbekistan’s Parliament

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

A group of Uzbek parliamentarians, sponsored by the Open World Leadership Center and the National Democratic Institute, will discuss current developments in the legislature of Uzbekistan.

Russian Strategic Forecasting's New Look

Matthew Rojansky — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:01:23 +0000

The Institute for World Economy and International Relations has released a forecasting project which challenges the Russian leadership to recognize and adapt to measurable global trends, even when those run counter to the Kremlin line.

Chinese Oil: An Evolving Strategy

Kevin Tu — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:12:34 +0000

Chinese National Oil Companies, while owned by the government, increasingly base investment decisions on market signals rather than state orders. Their efforts to access oil and gas resources are helping to meet the challenge of high petroleum consumption levels.

Roundtable with Assistant Secretary of State Andrew Shapiro

Andrew Shapiro, Ashley J. Tellis — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

A significant component of U.S. diplomatic efforts is encouraging security cooperation, which often serves as a foundation for further bilateral relations.

Myanmar’s Five Economic Priorities

Vikram Nehru — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:38:45 +0000

Myanmar faces a number of daunting reform challenges, but it also has a unique opportunity to use its natural advantages to build strong foundations for sustainable and inclusive growth.

Afghanistan: An Update from the Field

John Toolan, George Perkovich — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Just back from Afghanistan, Major General John Toolan will discuss recent developments in Helmand province, the handover of responsibilities to Afghan forces, and prospects for a successful security transition.

U.S. Confuses Carrots and Sticks in Pakistan

Stephen Tankel — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:30:44 +0000

The United States must decide if it wants to eschew engagement and get tough on Pakistan or if it wants a rapprochement with Pakistan in order to pursue a long-term strategy of engagement.

Don’t Blame China’s Currency for U.S. Trade Deficit

Yukon Huang — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:26:12 +0000

China's trade surplus has less to do with the value of its currency than it does with rapid urbanization and the rise of production networks across East Asia.

The Next Phase of U.S.-Russia Relations

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Senator Ben Cardin will discuss the political and human rights situation in Russia and the influence human rights issues have in shaping U.S.-Russia relations.

India's Economy and the Looming Global Economic Crisis of 2014

Kaushik Basu, Vikram Nehru — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

The recent slowdown in the Indian economy and stalled reform initiatives have raised concerns about India's economic prospects.

Senator John McCain on Afghanistan

John McCain, Jessica Tuchman Mathews — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Ahead of next month’s crucial NATO summit in Chicago, Senator John McCain will discuss U.S. policy toward Afghanistan.