The East Asia program studies trends and highlights developments in the region’s security and diplomacy-related initiatives and the United States' strategic interests in the region. The program analyzes the dynamics of cross-strait relations, including the bilateral relations among the United States, the PRC, and Taiwan.
The East Asia program assesses developments and trends in the region through the exchange of ideas and people between the U.S. and the Asia-Pacific region. The program frequently convenes experts and policymakers from the region to discuss vital security issues. Through candid discussions both in the U.S. and in the region, academics and officials can exchange views on current challenges and develop innovative and pragmatic policy solutions.
Exploring how rare earth minerals are behind resource-backed diplomacy in northern Myanmar
June 24, 2025
How China uses private military and security companies to protect its investments
June 20, 2025
The Arakan Army expands its influence across southwestern Myanmar with an extensive network of allies
June 5, 2025
As China weighs its strategy toward Myanmar, the rise of cyber scam centers is an increasing concern for Beijing’s interests
April 7, 2025
Aftershocks, airstrikes, and aid restrictions hamper emergency response efforts, but fragile pauses on armed offensives offer some hope
April 3, 2025
China has doubled down on aid to Myanmar’s military government, but this might not turn the tide of the conflict
March 4, 2025
US policy towards Myanmar has been ineffectual, but the Trump administration has the chance to change it
January 17, 2025
While the conflict in Myanmar continues, the junta prepares for elections in 2025
November 21, 2024
