Asia-America Issues
JAPAN: Complacency, Cynicism Ails Regional Power
WASHINGTON, Dec 18 — Japan's slow progress in changing old ways is undercutting its aim to be a global player, hurting a country already weakened by growing cynicism about politics among its own people.
CAMBODIA: Khmer Rouge Trial Will be a Painful Process
By Wendy Wilson
WASHINGTON, Dec 17 — A trial of the Khmer Rouge for genocide will be a difficult and painful process for Cambodia, one inevitably entangled in its history, key personalities and politics, experts speaking here say.
EAST ASIA: Diverse Region Shares Common Headaches
By Wendy Wilson
WASHINGTON, Nov 17 — If one were to compile a laundry list of the major goals envisioned by and for East Asia, it would be straightforward enough: to create unity, advance economic growth, and develop democratic political structures.
EAST ASIA: Diverse Region Shares Common Headaches
By Wendy Wilson
WASHINGTON, Nov 17 — If one were to compile a laundry list of the major goals envisioned by and for East Asia, it would be straightforward enough: to create unity, advance economic growth, and develop democratic political structures.
POLITICS: Is North Korea Still a Ticking Time Bomb?
Analysis by Wendy Wilson
WASHINGTON, Sep 27 — There's one aspect of North Korea that virtually everyone in the world agrees on: it is a good manipulator. And its intentions are anyone's guess.
JAPAN-U.S.: Time for Two Powers’ Alliance to Grow Up
Analysis by Wendy Wilson
WASHINGTON, Nov 8 — In Asia's changed security environment, Japan is searching for its right role: It wants to become a stronger, more independent regional power, but at times seems to prefer avoiding tough international issues.
