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New Zealand Tightens Defense Ties With Australia – and Beyond
The Luxon government is shoring up its relationship with its only ally, while also expanding its role in security groupings like NATO and the Five Eyes.
Why Ishiba Shigeru Is Not Resigning
Traditionally, LDP leaders who faced major electoral setbacks have stepped down. Ishiba has no intention of following that precedent.
Pakistan’s Military Exploited Afghan Refugees as ‘Cannon Fodder’ for Decades: Ex-Senator
Labeling Pakistan’s generals as "war contractors," former Senator Afrasiab Khattak accused them of perpetuating instability for strategic gain at a recent conference.
Thailand’s Harsh Struggle With Cambodia
Is Lt. Gen. Boonsin Padklang, the head of Thailand's Second Army Region, costing Bangkok its goodwill?
Philippines Opens Campaign Period in Landmark Bangsamoro Regional Elections
The Commission on Elections has introduced a gun ban in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, in the run-up to its first parliamentary election in October.
China Calls on Cambodia and Thailand to Resolve Border Conflict
Despite ceasefire agreements on July 28 and August 7, the two sides continue to exchange inflammatory accusations.
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Why Cambodia Is Losing the Information War With Thailand
The lack of an independent press has made it hard for the government to communicate its side of the story.
Taiwan’s Civil Society Is Not Ready for War
Ukraine’s civil society was well-prepared, psychologically and practically, for Russia’s invasion. Taiwan's is not.
Trump’s Tariffs on India Imperil India-US Strategic Relationship
In addition to a 25 percent tariff on Indian exports, Trump has announced an “unspecified penalty” on India for buying Russian oil and arms.
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How Is Vietnam Navigating the New Trade War Era?
Can Vietnam adapt its economic model to this era of geopolitical fragmentation – or will it become collateral damage in someone else’s trade war?
The Evolution of ‘Made in China 2025’
Since the policy’s launch a decade ago, China’s industrial upgrade has widened to boost economic security and self-reliance.
The Quad in an ‘America First’ World
Eight years after its resurrection, the Quad still faces a significant gap between ambition and capability.
Ahmede Hussain on Bangladesh After the Monsoon Revolution
“The most significant challenge facing Bangladesh right now isn’t from the street or the public, but from the ruling elites themselves, particularly some of the major political parties.”
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Boris Johnson’s Visit Is Just One Sign of the UK’s Changing Approach to Taiwan
The former U.K. prime minister’s visit highlights Taiwan’s growing role in British foreign policy in 2025.
China’s ‘Wolf Warrior’ Diplomacy Persists in Latin America
Will Taiwan Regain a Diplomatic Ally?
Damming the Climate for Rights in Tibet
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The Russia-Ukraine War Has Made North Korea More Dangerous
With new weapons, cash, and battleground experience from Ukraine, North Korea has become much more formidable. How should South Korea respond?
America’s New South Caucasus Corridor: Stakes for China, Russia, and Beyond
Tracking Conflict in the Asia-Pacific: August 2025 Update
Diplomatic Maneuvering Intensifies Ahead of US-Russia Alaska Summit
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Militaries of the Asia-Pacific
New Zealand Tightens Defense Ties With Australia – and Beyond
The Luxon government is shoring up its relationship with its only ally, while also expanding its role in security groupings like NATO and the Five Eyes.
How South Korea’s ‘MASGA’ Proposal Could Reshape US Shipbuilding
Tanks and Interests: Why Russia and India May Build the Future of Armor Together
Japan Wins Australia’s Multi-billion Dollar Frigate Project
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Thailand’s Harsh Struggle With Cambodia
Is Lt. Gen. Boonsin Padklang, the head of Thailand's Second Army Region, costing Bangkok its goodwill?
Philippines Opens Campaign Period in Landmark Bangsamoro Regional Elections
China Calls on Cambodia and Thailand to Resolve Border Conflict
Gambling and Philippine Politics
The Pulse
Perspectives on South Asia
Pakistan’s Military Exploited Afghan Refugees as ‘Cannon Fodder’ for Decades: Ex-Senator
Labeling Pakistan’s generals as "war contractors," former Senator Afrasiab Khattak accused them of perpetuating instability for strategic gain at a recent conference.
Are Rigged Voter Rolls Robbing Indian Democracy?
Hindutva Violence Targeting India’s Christians Is Growing
It Was an Uprising, Not a Revolution, Says Bangladesh’s ‘July Declaration’
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Three Decades On, the Korean Wave Continues to Build Momentum
The rise of Hallyu has been less a sudden burst than a steady, sustained movement.
A Climate Lawsuit by Farmers Seeks to Hold South Korea’s Largest Emitter Accountable
South Korea’s Special Counsels Delve Into the Supernatural Side of Yoon’s Presidency
Seoul’s Strategic Dilemma: Navigating a High-Stakes Summit With Trump
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Why Ishiba Shigeru Is Not Resigning
Traditionally, LDP leaders who faced major electoral setbacks have stepped down. Ishiba has no intention of following that precedent.
Beyond Sanseito: Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric in Japan’s Upper House Election
80 Years After WW2, Japan Again Finds Itself in Uncharted Waters
Japan Voted for Change. What Does that Mean for the US Alliance?
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A Vietnamese Dissident Marks One Year of Unjust Imprisonment
This year, the U.S. marks the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Vietnam. It should not forget the scores of dissidents who have been deprived of their freedom.
August 15, 2021: The Return of Darkness for Afghanistan
The Hidden Impact of the Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict
Advancing Australia’s Trilateral Partnership With Two ASEAN Neighbors
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The New Silk Road
Why Was a Kazakh Military Attache’s Assistant Detained in Poland?
Official details are sparse, but Kazakhstan has confirmed that one of its citizens was detained by Polish authorities.
Divorce and Depression: Mongolia’s New Social Dilemma
Survey Work Begins in Kazakhstan for Russia-Built Nuclear Power Plant
What Does the Decline of Agriculture Really Mean for Central Asia’s Stability?
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U.S. Policy on Asia
Trump Is Pushing India-US Ties to the Brink for Personal Gain
Rather than any economic or geopolitical goal, Trump's tariffs seem to be driven by his personal frustrations.
Why Is the US Punishing India – But Not China – for Buying Russian Oil?
Is the Republican Party Moving Away From Taiwan?
As Trump Lifts Sanctions on Myanmar Elites, Is the US Eyeing Rare Earth Reserves?
Pacific Money
Economy And Business
How the AI Race Is Rewiring the Digital Order
The contest is no longer model versus model; it is about who controls the plumbing of the digital world – chips and data centers – and, increasingly, the rulebook that governs them.
China and the US-Nvidia Deal: National Security for Sale?
Southeast Asia’s Uneven Tourism Recovery, Explained
Amid US Tariffs, Africa’s Fashion Industry Looks to China
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Taiwan Is More Than a Sideshow in Australia’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
While strengthening trade ties with China may serve Australia’s national interest, this should not come at the expense of Taiwan.
First Rocket Launch Highlights Space Momentum in Australia
Why Australia Intends to Recognize Palestine
Australia’s Intelligence Agency: Foreign Spying at Unprecedented Levels
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Reviewing Thailand and Cambodia’s July 2025 Border Skirmish
What led to the flare-up of the long-running dispute between the two Southeast Asian neighbors?
A Trade ‘Deal’ and a Historic Election: What’s Next for Japan?
The Geopolitics of the Second China-Central Asia Summit
What Does South Korea’s New Progressive Administration Portend for Northeast Asia?
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Self-Help Groups Are Transforming Women’s Lives in India
For decades, men ruled the farms in Bihar. Now, it’s women who are reshaping the agricultural economy.