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Vietnam Shores Up Its Spratly Defenses
February 19, 2021
In Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative A review of satellite imagery from the past two years shows that Vietnam has continued to make upgrades at its Spratly Island outposts, including to its coastal defense, anti-air, and deterrence capabilities.

Blog Post
The Latest on Southeast Asia: February 19, 2021
February 19, 2021
From The Latest on Southeast Asia

More than two weeks after the February 1 coup, Myanmar is locked in an increasingly fraught standoff between the new junta and a nationwide civil disobedience movement that shows no signs of running out of steam.

Report
Building Resilient Global Supply Chains: The Geopolitics of the Indo-Pacific Region
February 19, 2021 The Covid-19 pandemic and acceleration of strategic rivalry between the United States and China have made the restructuring of supply chains an urgent task. Nowhere is that more important than in the Indo-Pacific, the center of dynamism in the global economy.

Interactive
Covid-19 Response Update: February 12-February 19
February 19, 2021 | Adam Saxton, Mark F. Cancian
In Defense 360 New Department of Defense (DoD) cases of Covid-19 increased over the past week, with the 7-day average increasing by 20 percent to 1,131 new cases as of February 19. This increase is the result of a sharp spike in cases reported on February 19. While this spike is concerning,...

Newsletter
The Evening: U.S. Iran Talks, Funding for Covax, Don’t Do It and More
February 18, 2021

This edition of CSIS's nightly newsletter covers the U.S. Iran Talks, Funding for Covax, Don’t Do It and More.

Interactive
Undeclared North Korea: The Yusang-ni Missile Operating Base (Update since 2019)
February 18, 2021
In Beyond Parallel Commercial satellite imagery acquired on January 5, 2021, and February 7, 2021, indicate that the Yusang-ni missile base is operational and that minor development has continued since our last report from May 9, 2019.

Commentary
Syria’s Economic Collapse and Its Impact on the Most Vulnerable
February 18, 2021

The conflict in Syria has had a significant negative impact on the economic outlook for many Syrians. Regional financial crises, sanctions, and a spiraling inflation situation warrant a closer look at the financial cost of the war.

Transcript
An Armchair Conversation with Mauricio Claver-Carone, President of the Inter-American Development Bank
February 18, 2021 This conversation will focus on President Claver-Carone’s takeaways from his first months in office and new priorities for the Bank as the IDB seeks to mitigate the devastating impact of Covid-19 on the region and lay the foundation for recovery and sustainable growth.

Commentary
Covid-19: Compounding 10 Years of Health Crises in Syria
February 18, 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic in Syria has created a crisis within a crisis. With a destroyed health system and deeply vulnerable population, Syria’s dire humanitarian situation is now compounded by Covid-19.

Commentary
Addressing the Growing Hunger Crisis in Syria
February 18, 2021 While a political settlement in Syria remains elusive, a life-threatening food security crisis threatens millions. As the new U.S. administration begins its term, it should increase the effectiveness of the aid response to reduce hunger and promote long-term recovery.

Newsletter
The Evening: Increased Testing Investment, NK Hackers Charged, Stage Fright and More
February 17, 2021

This edition of CSIS's nightly newsletter covers the Increased Testing Investment, NK Hackers Charged, Stage Fright and More.

Critical Questions
Where Is the Africa-China Relationship Headed in 2021?
February 17, 2021 | Hannah Ryder How will the China-Africa relationship evolve in 2021? Senior Associate Hannah Ryder outlines implications of China’s dual circulation policy, addresses myths around decreased Chinese lending, and previews the eighth Forum on China Africa Cooperation.

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