Strategic Challenges

White House Visit for Myanmar's Thein Sein Historic, and Earned

In a show of just how far Myanmar has come, President Thein Sein — the unlikeliest of reformers — is in Washington to meet President Barack Obama at the White House on Monday.

Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping Praises Relief Effort

Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping praised the relief work being carried out in the wake of the devastating earthquake.

What Mr. Ban Can Do for Burma

The ruling generals say cyclone relief efforts are moving ahead. But reports from aid workers on the ground in Burma tell a different story.

Olympics Present a Chance to Welcome China Back into Fold

Whatever its problems, the world needs China to become a full partner in addressing global challenges.

Afghanistan: America's Longest War?

Will Afghanistan become another “Vietnam” for the US? Richard Holbrooke, chairman of the Asia Society and former US ambassador to the UN, addresses the issues.

Asia's Rise, America's Demise?

The growing influence of China, India, and other Asian nations raises a number of questions regarding the US's role in an ever-changing geopolitical environment.

Asia's Rise, America's Demise?

The growing influence of China, India, and other Asian nations raises a number of questions regarding the US's role in an ever-changing geopolitical environment.