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Biden to Attend G20 but Miss ASEAN Meetings, White House Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The president attended the past two ASEAN-U.S. and East Asia summits, but will be represented by Vice President Kamala Harris at next month's meetings in Jakarta.
What Is Driving Pakistan-US Security Cooperation After the War in Afghanistan?
By Hamdan Khan
While there is an alignment of short-term security interests, particularly on counterterrorism, in the longer term the China-U.S. competition will hinder Pakistan-U.S. ties.
Vietnam and US to Upgrade Diplomatic Relationship Next Month, Report Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The move is a win for U.S. diplomacy, but is consistent with Hanoi's goal of building relationships with all of the contending major powers.
Energy Cooperation Should Be a Third Pillar of Taiwan-US Relations
By Evan Matthews
Taiwan is no exception to the long list of countries facing difficulties in their transition to green energy. The United States can help.
For Southeast Asia, US Industrial Policy Might be a Risky Bet
By Kevin Chen
Southeast Asian countries were optimistic about cashing in on the Inflation Reduction Act, but there are several hurdles standing in the way.
Navigating China-US Subsea Cable Competition
By Nathaniel Schochet and Earl Carr
China’s expanded access to and potential manipulation of underwater sea cables necessitate greater attention and joint strategy.
Biden Issues Executive Order Restricting US Investments in Chinese Technology
By Josh Boak
The order will block U.S. investments in Chinese companies working on advanced computer chips, micro electronics, quantum information technologies, and artificial intelligence.
US President Biden Says He Will Visit Vietnam ‘Shortly’
By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement raises the likelihood that the two countries are getting ready to announce a major upgrade in their diplomatic relationship.
Has Vietnam Changed Its Tune on a Diplomatic Upgrade With the US?
By Sebastian Strangio
Comments by U.S. President Joe Biden last week seem to suggest so, but there is reason to remain skeptical pending further confirmations.
Identity Politics in U.S. China Policy Could Backfire
By Jiachen Shi
In their rhetoric, politicians may emphasize the distinction between the CCP and the people, but this serves to justify increasingly hawkish policies that don’t really consider that division.
Politics Risk Derailing One of America’s Most Important Strategic Agreements
By Cleo Paskal
China is the biggest winner from the current train wreck that is the Marshall Islands–United States COFA negotiations.
US Climate Envoy John Kerry Is in China for Talks
By Associated Press
Kerry was the first Cabinet-level official from the Biden administration to visit China. Now he’s back after a nearly two-year gap.