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It is inaccurate – and dangerous – to assume that Chinese policy elites broadly perceive the U.S. to be in perpetual decline.

Taiwan’s relationships with Asian countries, despite their clear importance, often receive limited attention.

Terrorist attacks will continue to plague the country unless the state takes action against their common denominator: religious extremism.

Unlike in Europe or the U.S., there is little debate in China about the importance of “economic security” and the political tools necessary to achieve it.

From trade data to investment, economic statistics are starting to reflect the emphasis on curtailing dependencies.

Seeking to apply the lessons from the war in Ukraine, the government of Taiwan has introduced a series of initiatives aimed at accelerating the production of drones for its military.

Sri Lanka will not fulfill its renewable energy commitments under current economic conditions. But what if the government could simultaneously tackle its climate, energy, and debt crises?

Families are fragmented, people are struggling for jobs and education. Essential commodities are scarce, and their prices are skyrocketing.

While food supplies remain a priority for Beijing, the impact of Russia's withdrawal from the grain export scheme has been limited.

Further U.S. restrictions on investments in China have spurred Beijing to up the subsidy ante once again.

Inflation and taxes have sent Pakistani electric bills soaring, leading to protests, shuttered businesses, and a wave of suicides.

Chinese strategists are studying mining and counter-mining efforts in the Russia-Ukraine War.