Welcome to the Asia Regional Pages
Welcome to the Asian regional site of the Centre for Security Sector Management's (CSSM).
The Asian web-page is a repository of information on events, organisations, academic publications, research papers, country analyses, case studies, official documents and news items relevant to security sector management issues in the region. The aim of this site is to provide a valuable resource on Asia by facilitating the flow of up to date and relevant information among the range of diverse actors in the security sector in the region.
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Pakistan floods: an emergency for the West | 13 August 2010
Unless we act decisively, large parts of flood-stricken Pakistan will be taken over by the Taliban...Pakistan's floods have not just devastated the lives of millions of people, they now present an unparalleled national security challenge for the country, the region and the i more>>>
Afghan army achieves enlistment goal ahead of schedule. | 11 August 2010
Praising the Afghan Ministry of Defence for reaching its targets early, ISAF Commander General David Petraeus said: 'Less than six months ago, ANA strength stood at about 107,000 trained soldiers with a target of reaching 134,000 by October 2010. It is truly remarkable tha more>>>
UN launches $459m Pakistan flood appeal | 11 August 2010
The UN has launched an appeal for $459m (£290m) to help victims of Pakistan's flood disaster, which has affected at least 14 million people. UN humanitarian chief John Holmes made the announcement at the organisation's headquarters in New York, saying the aid would cover th more>>>
In Lifting Kopassus Ban, U.S. Should Support Indonesian Civil Society | 28 July 2010
Washington's decision to partially lift the ban on contact with Indonesia's Kopassus special forces command has angered human rights organizations within the country and beyond. The decision, which had been rumored for some time, was announced by U.S. Defense Secretary Rober more>>>
White paper published on China's rule of law | 27 July 2010
The State Council Information Office published on Thursday a white paper entitled China's Efforts and Achievements in Promoting the Rule of Law. The document, composed of eight chapters and six appendices, describes the Chinese people's protracted and unremitting struggles f more>>>
Afghanistan needs continued global support during critical transition period – UN | 23rd June
While the overall security situation has not improved in recent months, Afghanistan has witnessed a number of positive developments, according to a new United Nations report, which urges continued international support for what is a critical period for the country. Earlier more>>>
NATO Plan Ties Afghan Economy to Growth of Forces | 8th June
The economic power of military-fueled industry has been illustrated throughout history, and it looks like the growth of the Afghan National Security Forces will be a boon to developing industries in Afghanistan. U.S. Army Col. John Ferrari, deputy of programs for NATO Tra more>>>
Afghan interior minister and spy chief resign over jirga security breaches | 8th June
Two of the most internationally respected members of Hamid Karzai's government resigned today over security breaches at last week's "peace jirga" that allowed the gathering of 1,600 national leaders to come under Taliban rocket attack. The resignation of Hanif Atmar, the more>>>