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What the Revamp of the Japan-US Alliance Structure Means for South Korea
New security and military arrangements will have knock-on effects for both Japan and South Korea, their respective U.S. forces, and the regional security architecture.
The Consequences of China’s Voracious Appetite for Illicit South African Abalone
With profound cultural significance in Asia, poached abalone is trafficked across the globe, inflicting significant harm on disadvantaged South African coastal communities where poaching means survival.
Pakistan in a Difficult Spot Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions
The government cannot afford to annoy Western countries, whose support it needs for loans. But the Pakistani public is angry with Israel.
Magazine
A Brief Genealogy of Philippine Claims in the South China Sea
Despite being repeatedly let down by its sole treaty ally, the Philippines has persisted in preserving its territorial claims and sovereign rights in the hotly-contested body of water.
The Sewol Ferry Disaster, 10 Years Later
Despite two changes in the South Korean presidency, bereaved families say their questions remain unanswered.
How Will the Next US President Tackle the China Economic Challenge?
While there are important similarities between the Biden and Trump approaches toward China, there are also stark and meaningful differences.
Sandeep Shastri: Setting the Scene for India’s Elections
Is India becoming an “election-only democracy”?
Blogs
China Power
A New World Order
Top Chinese General Takes Harsh Line on Taiwan, Other Disputes at International Naval Gathering
Central Military Commission Vice Chair Zhang Youxia said China’s territorial sovereignty “brooks no infringement” and “cannot be challenged.”
Hong Kong and the Safeguarding National Security Bill
The Key Takeaways From Chinese FM Wang Yi’s Visit to Indonesia
Parsing China’s Panda Diplomacy
Flashpoints
Diplomacy by Other Means
India’s Place in Australia’s National Defense Strategy 2024
The pace of growth in the Australia-India strategic relationship is quite impressive, but New Delhi’s hesitance on hard security issues may hamper further developments.
Iran’s Mass Strike on Israel Highlights Why Taiwan’s Air Defenses Can’t Hold up
Enhancing Cybersecurity in Outer Space
How Would China Weaponize Disinformation Against Taiwan in a Cross-Strait Conflict?
Asia Defense
Militaries of the Asia-Pacific
Indo-Pacific Deployment 2024 Highlights Japan’s Naval Diplomacy
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force’s naval diplomacy mission has expanded to meet foreign policy needs.
1 Dead, 7 Missing After 2 JMSDF Helicopters Crash in the Pacific Ocean
US, Philippines to Kick Off ‘Expansive’ Balikatan Exercise
Is Maldives Ready for Its Tactical Drones?
ASEAN Beat
Insights Into Half a Billion
With Landmark Corruption Trial, Vietnam’s Communist Party Flexes Its Muscles
The highly-publicized nature of the Van Thinh Phat trial is a possible sign of further political turbulence at the upper echelons of Vietnamese politics.
Vietnamese Authorities Arrest Assistant to National Assembly Chairman
Indonesian Court Rejects Petitions Seeking Rerun of Presidential Election
Is Southeast Asia’s Healthcare Workforce Ready for Climate Change?
The Pulse
Perspectives on South Asia
Why a Bhutan-India Tourism Meeting Excited Entrepreneurs in Nepal
Bhutan’s embrace of regional tourism could be a major boost for connectivity in the entire BBIN subregion.
Iran and Pakistan Vow to Boost Trade to Mend Diplomatic Rift
Era of Wars Could Complicate Modi’s Moment
Muizzu’s People’s National Congress Storms to Power in Maldives
The Koreas
Divided Peninsula
India-South Korea-US Trilateral Technology Cooperation
New developments mark a turning point for the India-South Korea special strategic partnership.
Mongolia to Strengthen Tourism and Creative Industry Ties With South Korea
South Korea’s Legislative Election: What Went Wrong for the PPP?
Exit Polls Suggest a Big Win for South Korea’s Liberal Opposition Parties in Parliamentary Election
Tokyo Report
News From Japan
The Debate
Comment and Opinion
Taiwan Is Indispensable in Preparing for Future Pandemics
As the WHO debates a new global health governance framework, Taiwan is left out of the discussion – to the detriment of future antipandemic efforts.
Welcome to World War III
It Is High Time to Engage North Korea
How the New UN Special Envoy to Myanmar Should Approach Her Impossible Mission
Crossroads Asia
The New Silk Road
Turkmenistan’s Afghanistan Policy: Balancing Risks and Untapped Opportunities
Ashgabat has a delicate balance to maintain between hewing to its traditional neutrality and mitigating potential threats from Afghanistan.
The Complex Geopolitics of Mongolia’s Language Reform
Live-streamed Murder Trial Reopens Discussion on Domestic Violence in Kazakhstan
How Are Patterns of Labor Migration From Uzbekistan Changing?
Trans-Pacific View
U.S. Policy on Asia
As Blinken Heads to China, What’s on the Agenda?
China’s support for Russia will be a primary topic, along with war in the Middle East and tensions over Taiwan and the South China Sea.
Leadership Shift in the House China Select Committee Could Cripple Congress’ Anti-China Momentum
Why Are Americans Souring on Foreign Investment?
How American Exceptionalism Gave Rise to the China Threat Theory
Pacific Money
Economy And Business
US and Europe: 2 Different Approaches to Restricting Chinese EVs
As China's overcapacity becomes a buzzword, restrictions on Chinese electric vehicles are expected. However, the objectives, approaches, and anticipated outcomes differ between Europe and the U.S.
Apple Considering Opening a Factory in Indonesia, CEO Says
Beyond Tariffs: Overcapacity Ignites Fresh Tensions in China-US Trade Relations
Does Thailand’s Plan to Finance Its 500 Billion Baht Stimulus Make Sense?
Oceania
The South Pacific
Videos
Asia on Video
The Danger of China’s Digital Silk Road
Michael Caster discusses the link between China's digital investments abroad and digital repression.
What Will China’s Shift From Oil Mean for Saudi Arabia and Russia?
Why Did the Islamic State Target Russia?
Is China Committing Environmental Crimes in the South China Sea?
Podcasts
Asia Geopolitics
What to Look For Out of the US-Japan-Philippines Summit
The leaders of the United States, Japan, and the Philippines will meet in Washington amid shared and growing concerns about China.
How the US Sees Threats in Asia in 2024
Afghanistan Under the Taliban: Recognition, Security, and Geopolitics
Reflections on a Decade in Asian Geopolitics
Photo Essays
Asia in Pictures
Life Along the Thai-Myanmar Frontier
The border town of Myawaddy has now fallen and ethnic rebels want negotiations with the Thai government.