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The Extent (and Limits) of China’s Economic Influence

The Extent (and Limits) of China’s Economic Influence

By Audrye Wong
While Beijing’s economic statecraft has altered the strategic calculations for many countries, Chinese influence is not a foregone conclusion.

The Fall of Hong Kong: How China-US Rivalry Ended a Geopolitical Neutral Zone

The Fall of Hong Kong: How China-US Rivalry Ended a Geopolitical Neutral Zone

By Brian C.H. Fong
For decades, Hong Kong’s geopolitical neutrality was the very foundation of its freedom, autonomy, and prosperity. That’s no longer possible.
The Dawn of India’s Semiconductor Era

The Dawn of India’s Semiconductor Era

By Sitakanta Mishra and Nisarg Jani
New Delhi is looking to develop an entire ecosystem, from design to manufacturing, rather than focusing on a specific segment of the chip industry.

Kyrgyzstan’s Shifting Politics: Foreign Agents, Civil Society, and Russian Influence

Kyrgyzstan’s Shifting Politics: Foreign Agents, Civil Society, and Russian Influence

By Bektour Iskender
How did Kyrgyzstan become a standard-bearer in adopting Kremlin-inspired tactics – like the just-passed “foreign representatives” bill – to suppress civil society?

Will Success in Agalega Compensate for India’s Assumption Island Debacle? 

Will Success in Agalega Compensate for India’s Assumption Island Debacle? 

By Gaurav Sen
New Delhi has faced setbacks in military access to Seychelles and the Maldives, making the deal with Mauritius all the sweeter.

Overinflated: China’s Balloon Threats to Taiwan

Overinflated: China’s Balloon Threats to Taiwan

By Jonathan Walberg and Noah Reed
These balloon flights aren’t new, have no clear military use, and don’t seem to pose much of a threat.

Competition With China Is Inevitable. US Alliance Policy Could Determine Just How Bad It Gets.

Competition With China Is Inevitable. US Alliance Policy Could Determine Just How Bad It Gets.

By Joshua Byun
The two sides will find it increasingly difficult to avoid intense security competition over the coming decades, but there are still meaningful choices to make.
Women’s Stories From the ‘Graveyard of the Living’ in the Philippines

Women’s Stories From the ‘Graveyard of the Living’ in the Philippines

By Michael Beltran
According to activists, out of 812 political prisoners in the Philippines, 163 are women. 

Prime Minister Modi Promises Development, Unity in Visit to Kashmir

Prime Minister Modi Promises Development, Unity in Visit to Kashmir

By Mehroob Mushtaq and Numan Bhat
The Indian PM promised more development and opportunity, but was mum on the question of local elections and statehood.

What Prabowo’s Victory Means For Indonesian Foreign Policy

What Prabowo’s Victory Means For Indonesian Foreign Policy

By Joseph Rachman
The ascent of the former general is likely to shift the tone of the country's international engagement, if not the substance.

Between Protests and Border Incursions, Insecurity Is Rising in Ladakh

Between Protests and Border Incursions, Insecurity Is Rising in Ladakh

By Stanzin Lhaskyabs
New Delhi's security-centric policy in the Union Territory since August 2019 has left locals feeling sidelined and disempowered.
Is Thailand Reconsidering Its Myanmar Policy?

Is Thailand Reconsidering Its Myanmar Policy?

By Brian Wong and Tidarat Yingcharoen
Under Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, there are signs that the country is finally taking a more active role in helping resolve the multifaceted crisis next door.

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