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While Taiwan has long emphasized deterrence, its military planning increasingly focuses on resilience – the ability to withstand an attack.

The Philippines is becoming a regional nexus for defense integration involving U.S. allies from around the globe.

Trade is climbing, but the EU’s stance with respect to recognition for the Taliban is clear.

China’s latest export controls affect not only raw materials, but also equipment, technology, and assemblies manufactured abroad using Chinese technology. 

Pyongyang’s cyber activities are no longer a peripheral concern but a central component of its broader geopolitical strategy.

Border closures and an exodus of migrant workers threaten economic and social destabilization.

The CSP is based on a common interest as small nations seeking to navigate an era of intensifying geopolitical tension and economic protectionism.

In a speech to an economic conference in Bangkok, Suphajee Suthumpun also warned about the accumulation of challenges facing the country's economy.

Using social embarrassment to change behavior is not unusual, but the proposed scheme is unlikely to improve civil servants' efficiency.

K-Beauty fuels South Korea’s global influence and economic growth, but the same standards driving its success are widening social divides and eroding well-being at home.

Climate disinformation is a new tool in Thai authorities' long-standing effort to negate Indigenous identities and strip Indigenous peoples of their rights.

Trump’s moves are casting doubt on the prospect of a Leaders Summit – and the future of the Quad itself. 

Determining liability in the AI 171 crash, involving untangling complex responsibilities across multiple actors and entities, will be time consuming.

The debate over President Lee’s END Initiative highlights a persistent divide between two strategic visions for South Korea.

If China is the elephant in the room shaping the Australia-India bilateral strategic relationship, that room has already been renovated in the spirit of reset.

While on paper a U.S. return to Bagram, given the airbase’s strategic location and infrastructure, may seem like a rational move, in reality it could undermine U.S. national security and interests. 

In some ways, Southeast Asia significantly supports China's strategic interests. But the region also presents major challenges for China's global leadership.

India’s defense minister has warned Pakistan that any misadventure in the Sir Creek sector would evoke a “strong” response from Delhi.

Dili's vocal international advocacy contrasts with its serious economic challenges, an unclear regional strategy, and weak domestic political institutions.

To be pro-India is not to necessarily support any particular political party in India, but to support positions that would favor a strong, prosperous, and secure India.