North East Asia: A pressing need for discreet diplomacy

Political disputes and popular passions in North East Asia argue for discreet diplomacy and the provision of mutual assurances to prevent conflict and escalation.

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5 April 2013

How dangerous is North Korea now?

BY Reshma Patil

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