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Why the New Hangor-Class Submarines Are Crucial for the Pakistan Navy

mer, 05/11/2025 - 14:53
At a time when the Indian Navy is modernizing at a rapid pace, the Hangor class will provide the Pakistan Navy a fighting chance.

Nuclear Tests and Their Legacy of Harms in Asia-Pacific

mer, 05/11/2025 - 14:25
Nuclear “tests” are best conceptualized as environmental disasters with consequences that are still felt today, particularly in Oceania and Central Asia. 

The Political Shakeup in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir 

mar, 04/11/2025 - 21:40
After the violence of October, a new prime minister is set to take office. Protesters say that won’t change their demands.

Growing Trust – and Trade – Between the US and Uzbekistan

mar, 04/11/2025 - 18:40
An interview with Uzbek Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov on U.S.-Uzbekistan economic relations.

Uzbekistan to Introduce Visa-Free Entry for US Citizens From January 1

mar, 04/11/2025 - 16:27
Meanwhile, Uzbek citizens face one of the highest visa-refusal rates in the United States.

Japan’s New Government Boasts High Approval Ratings

mar, 04/11/2025 - 15:55
New Prime Minister Takaichi enjoys far more support than her immediate predecessors in the early stages of their terms.

India, US Seek to Stabilize Relations By Renewing Defense Pact

mar, 04/11/2025 - 15:18
New Delhi’s strategy for now seems to be to manage the relationship with the U.S., which till recently was deemed as vital to counter China.

India’s Tryst With Strategic Experimentation

mar, 04/11/2025 - 15:15
For India, progress has often begun as a gamble. Appetite for experimentation could be its key strategic asset.

Beyond Fiber-Optic Cables: Securing Seabed Before the Next Crisis

mar, 04/11/2025 - 15:12
Communications cables are only part of the story. A far broader array of systems now covers the ocean floor – and must be protected.

Malaysia Must Stop Enabling Iran’s Sanctions Evasion

mar, 04/11/2025 - 14:45
The waters off Malaysia have been the site of more than 500 illicit ship-to-ship transfers involving Iranian oil since the start of 2025. 

US Tech Firms Are Bound by China’s Rising Techno-Nationalism

mar, 04/11/2025 - 14:35
As Beijing feeds growing suspicion of U.S. technology products, an expanded move away from American tech could be incoming.

US & Central Asia: What Is the C5+1?

mar, 04/11/2025 - 14:00
On November 6, 2025, the Central Asian presidents will gather in Washington DC. The summit will be the crowning achievement for a decade-old format.

Mongolia’s Defector Dilemma: Navigating the Korea Divide

mar, 04/11/2025 - 13:28
Mongolia's bid to remain a neutral bridge between North and South Korea must find a way to balance idealism and pragmatism.

Can the Opposition End the 20 Years of BJP-JD(U) Rule in India’s Bihar?

mar, 04/11/2025 - 13:07
Bihar has traditionally seen bipolar election contests. With the entry of the Jan Suraaj party, the contest is triangular this time.

Pakistan’s Generals Are Marching Toward Another Disaster

mar, 04/11/2025 - 10:37
The military’s approach reflects a familiar pattern: engaging in external aggression to mask internal decay and disarray.

Through the Tempest: The Philippines’ Defense Posture in Troubled Waters

mar, 04/11/2025 - 07:43
Domestic challenges threaten to derail the military's efforts to upgrade its capabilities and reorient itself toward new strategic priorities.

Philippine, UAE Have Applied for CPTPP Membership, Report Claims

mar, 04/11/2025 - 03:58
The 12-nation trade pact is attracting prospective members eager to preserve the current global multilateral trading regime.

The Strategic Costs of US Exchange Program Cuts in Southeast Asia

mar, 04/11/2025 - 01:48
Such programs are a cost-effective and proven form of partnership-building. Their loss will undermine U.S. influence in a crucial region of the Indo-Pacific.

Philippines, Canada Sign Visiting Forces Agreement Amid South China Sea Tensions

mar, 04/11/2025 - 00:19
The agreement is the fifth that Manila has signed, after similar deals with the United States, Australia, Japan, and New Zealand.

What the 2025 APEC Summit Means for South Korea’s AI Ambitions

lun, 03/11/2025 - 21:20
The deliverables from the Gyeongju Summit emphasized the heavy emphasis that Seoul is placing on AI.

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