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Mon, 30/06/2025 - 14:04
The U.S. attack on Iran changed the parameters for China-Iran relations.
Mon, 30/06/2025 - 13:44
The U.S. president has not only disregarded Indian sensitivities with his recent comments on mediation but is also cozying up to Pakistan.
Mon, 30/06/2025 - 07:19
Even as China turns to the region to manage overcapacity and geopolitical headwinds, Southeast Asia will continue to shape trade on its own terms.
Mon, 30/06/2025 - 07:04
Malaysia and Indonesia have both been outspoken about recent events in the region, particularly Israel's ruthless attacks on the Palestinians of Gaza.
Mon, 30/06/2025 - 06:36
It is under pressure from India and the U.S. to block Chinese research vessels from docking in its ports. Will the crafting of standard operating procedures help?
Mon, 30/06/2025 - 03:47
The pressure against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's unsteady coalition government continues to mount.
Mon, 30/06/2025 - 02:45
The ideal of inclusion meets the reality of institutional adjustment.
Sun, 29/06/2025 - 21:41
With Beijing eager to control the Tibetan centuries-old reincarnation process, a spiritual question has become fused to a complex geopolitical conflict.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 21:58
The vision of a pro-India monarch is a dangerous misreading of Nepal’s history, its political complexities, and the implications for India’s regional interests.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 18:39
A recent report alleges that Mongolia’s change in government was the product of a Moscow-linked influence operation. Far from it.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 18:32
While Beijing holds another presidential summit with Central Asia, Washington continues to discuss how to engage the region.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 17:56
The historical issues in East Asia have long been a blindspot for the United States. Time to start paying attention.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 17:48
Islamabad needs to assess the implications of the recent war not just from a security or foreign policy lens, but as a humanitarian concern.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 17:40
French Polynesia is a pivotal element of France’s strategy in the Pacific – and offers a compelling case study for shared sovereignty within the French Republic.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 17:37
As the U.S. and others struggle to confront AI-driven disinformation, Taiwan’s resilience has become its latest key export.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 17:13
In an era where the geometry of power is tilting skyward, the nations with eyes in orbit will be the ones that define what comes next.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 16:19
On Modi’s way to Canada he make a stop in Cyprus, and visited Croatia on his return journey.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 16:15
From a massive refugee population to a major trade partner, Iran is of crucial importance to the Taliban regime. The U.S. should pay attention to the growing relationship.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 15:57
The strikes on Iran offer crucial lessons for North Korea regarding deterrence, intelligence penetration, and the potential consequences of asymmetric warfare and proxy dynamics.
Fri, 27/06/2025 - 15:34
As shocking as the murder is its justification, as well as the deafening silence of the political class and civil society.
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