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EU Proposes Security Partnership With Australia

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 17:35
It is too early to assess the benefits of an Australia-EU defense agreement to each side when so much hinges on the details.

How China-US Rivalry Reshaped South Korea’s Beauty Industry 

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 16:09
South Korea’s cosmetics sector is a case study in navigating the market upheaval caused by China-U.S. competition.

When India and Pakistan Went to War – Online 

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 15:14
The rise of digital warriors adds a worrying dynamic to India-Pakistan conflict.

Wellington Koo, Taiwan’s Civilian Defense Minister: One Year in Review

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 14:52
Under the first civilian defense minister in decades, Taiwan's military is moving in the right direction. But lasting improvement will take time.

Kyrgyzstan: Incoming Peace Corps Cohort Cancelled Last Minute

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 14:19
As DOGE takes aim at the Peace Corps, the sudden cancellation of the June departure of new volunteers to Kyrgyzstan “is particularly cruel and inefficient.”

The Top Priority for South Korea’s Next President

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 14:19
In the wake of Yoon Suk-yeol’s poor performance, the country has severely been polarized. Now the public hopes the new president will integrate the country.

Are Yuan-based Stablecoins China’s Next Move in Global Digital Finance?

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 10:42
Beijing may now be poised to explore its own version of the stable digital currencies as a strategic counterbalance to Washington’s stablecoin dominance.

US Commerce Department Gets Green Light for Southeast Asian Solar Tariffs

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 04:58
The U.S. solar industry has been "materially injured" by a flood of cheap panels and components from four Southeast Asian nations, a key trade body has ruled.

Thailand’s Finance Minister Says It Wants Fair Trade Relationship With Washington

Thu, 22/05/2025 - 04:44
Like many Asian governments, Bangkok has announced a number of trade concessions while taking steps to reduce its overall reliance on the American market.

Beyond Geopolitics: The Domestic Drivers of China-Iran Cooperation on the Belt and Road Initiative

Wed, 21/05/2025 - 22:19
The alignment of domestic socioeconomic interests is a key driver for continued Sino-Iranian cooperation, despite U.S.-led sanctions.

China’s Soft Power Play in North Korea

Wed, 21/05/2025 - 17:14
“China has noticed that North Korea's controls on Chinese cultural content have relaxed as the country harshly cracks down on South Korean content,” a source told Daily NK.

The Tariff War Revealed the Depth of China-US Trade Dependence

Wed, 21/05/2025 - 17:01
The abrupt disruption in trade exposed significant vulnerabilities on both sides, leading to the tariff drawdown announced in Geneva.

Great Power Competition and the Global South

Wed, 21/05/2025 - 16:40
Insights from Van Jackson. 

How the Philippines’ Domestic Drama Impacts China-US Competition

Wed, 21/05/2025 - 16:08
The Duterte-Marcos rivalry is a case study in how foreign policy is becoming politically polarized in non-aligned states.

Decoding India’s Outreach to the Taliban

Wed, 21/05/2025 - 15:33
China is facilitating improved ties between Pakistan and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, which is sure to generate anxieties in New Delhi.

A Look Beyond Seats: How Independents Are Gaining Ground in Australia

Wed, 21/05/2025 - 14:38
The overall combined primary vote for Australia’s major parties has continued to decline, opening space for independents to make gains.

East China Sea: 4 China Coast Guard Vessels Enter Territorial Sea Near Disputed Islands

Tue, 09/05/2017 - 02:34
Japan claims this is the 12th incursion by Chinese vessels in the East China Sea to date this year.

Japan Dispatches Biggest Warship to Protect US Navy Vessel, Putting New Security Law to Work

Tue, 09/05/2017 - 01:00
Japan has issued its first order to protect a U.S. Navy warship under the country’s new security legislation.

Indonesia Wants Global War on Illegal Fishing

Mon, 08/05/2017 - 21:18
The Southeast Asian state wants illegal fishing to be declared a transnational crime.

India, Russia 5th Generation Fighter Jet Deal to Be Signed ‘Soon’

Mon, 08/05/2017 - 21:15
India and Russia have so far failed to conclude a work-sharing agreement for the co-development of a new fighter jet.

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