China Reform Monitor: No. 1101
Major attack in Urumqi, Xinjiang;
People’
s Daily laments influx of English words in Chinese language
 
Major attack in Urumqi, Xinjiang;
People’
s Daily laments influx of English words in Chinese language
 
Crimea as casus belli;
Moscow steps up activity in the Pacific
 
Cairo eliminates El-Sissi's opposition in upcoming elections;
Libya parliament elects 5th transitional Prime Minister;
Egypt sentences top MB leader to death;
U.S. recognizes Syria opposition offices as 'foreign mission';
Hamas frees six Fatah prisoners as part of unity pact;
Qatar expels Muslim Brotherhood members  
China warns SCO of link between terrorism and drugs;
China says no to Indian consulate in Tibet
There is no question that the United States faces significant and increasing security challenges in the Asia-Pacific region, including the growing threat posed by ballistic missiles and their payloads. It is fair to argue that China is increasingly confident and assertive in addressing its perceived national interests, supported by its expanding military might and power projection capabilities. From appearances, it is also reasonable to assert that North Korea is not on a path to openness, reform, and reconciliation with its neighbors. As such, it is critical that the United States provide for its national defense in the Pacific...