Science & Tech
Researchers Develop Program That Can Read Malware’s Mind
The future of malware detection are analyzers that compute malware “intent.” By Patrick Tucker
Threats
Are the Chinese Failing To Equip Their Infantry?
Beijing is paying considerably more attention to platform and weapons development than it is to how well it outfits its individual soldiers. By Lauren Dickey and Emerson Brooking
Science & Tech
These Were China's Top 10 Cyber Security Threats in 2014
A Chinese internet company just listed 2014's biggest information security incidents. By Adam Segal
Ideas
Why China Tripled Its Military Presence in Africa
A recent increase in Chinese troops in Africa raises questions about whether Beijing’s long-standing principle of non-interference will hold in the future. By Sean J. Li
Ideas
No More Russian Engines on American Rockets
From Russian rocket engines to Chinese rare earths, it’s time the Defense Department stop promoting foreign dependence as industry policy. By Rep. Duncan Hunter
Threats
Has China Finally Reached Great Power Status?
With the commitment to climate change legislation and other cooperative deals, China no longer is taking a back seat in global diplomacy. By Matt Schiavenza
Policy
Why the US Sent a C-17 to a Chinese Air Show Despite Concerns Inside the Pentagon
Despite concerns, the U.S. agreed to showcase a C-17 transport jet at a Chinese air show. By Gordon Lubold and Marcus Weisgerber
Ideas
Here's What Has Been Done To Improve Military Relations With China
Recent progress and cooperation between U.S. and Chinese navies is encouraging. By Vice Adm. Robert Thomas
Ideas
What Congress Can Do To Restore the Balance of Power With China
Congress needs to focus on China and stop relying on the Pentagon and think tanks. By Rep. J. Randy Forbes
Ideas
Straight Talk on the South China Sea
If the U.S. really cares about China’s territorial claims, now is the time to say it. By Vikram Singh and Ely Ratner
Policy
Stung at Home, Obama Embarks on His Longest Foreign Trip
The president will spend 10 days in Asia, where leaders know all about his domestic political weakness. By George Condon Jr.
Threats
NATO's Take on Cyberspace Law Ruffles China's Feathers
There was hope that discussions about international law governing cyberspace might yield progress between the U.S. and China on the matter. Here's why that's naive. By Adam Segal
Threats
China’s Dangerous Game
Does China’s aggression reflect a government growing in power—or one facing a crisis of legitimacy? By Howard W. French
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Why China Doesn't Feel the Need To Back Down in Hong Kong
China’s economy is less dependent on Hong Kong now than ever before. By Gwynn Guilford
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China Wants To Replicate NSA’s Cyber Schools
About 60 Chinese schools are interested in incorporating the NSA’s cyber education program in their curriculums. By Aliya Sternstein
Science & Tech
China Hacks US Military Transport Contractors
A new report outlines serious vulnerabilities in the computer systems of military transport contractors. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
The China-U.S. Hypersonic Arms Race Is Having a Little Trouble
Both Washington and Beijing are trying to develop weapons that are virtually immune to missile defense systems. It's about as difficult as it sounds. By Zach Wener-Fligner
Threats
Will Predictive Policing Make Militarized Police More Dangerous?
The China-fication of the American police force is a cause for concern. By Patrick Tucker
Threats
How China's Enormous Fishing Fleet Is Being Used As a Surrogate Navy
Beijing seems to be sending its fishermen to work in disputed waters for not only economic and commercial reasons, but geopolitical ones as well. By Adam Pasnick
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