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US-Indonesia Security Relations Flourish in a Changing Indo-Pacific
By Joseph Rachman
Defense cooperation between Washington and Jakarta is on an upswing, but on the Indonesian side clear limits remain.
De-dollarization Dreams: Why the US Dollar Won’t Bow Out
By Shaoyu Yuan
While the discourse around de-dollarization gains momentum, particularly with the strategic expansion of BRICS, the U.S. dollar's preeminence remains largely unchallenged.
Russian Fake News Targets Kazakhstan Over Supposed Bioweapons
By Wilder Alejandro Sánchez
Russian Telegram channels linked Kazakhstan to conspiracy theories about U.S. bioweapons in Ukraine.
Taiwan Strait Tensions Will Stabilize – But Only Temporarily
By Denny Roy
Taiwan’s election season will likely stabilize the cross-strait situation, but all bets are off when the new administration comes into office.
Overcoming Differences, Looking to the Future: The Next Step for the US-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
By Khang Vu
Despite the significant upgrade to its relationship with the United States, China will continue to loom large in Vietnam's calculations.
Biden Says US Outreach to Vietnam is About Providing Global Stability, Not Containing China
By Josh Boak and Aamer Madhani
During his visit to Hanoi, Biden and his hosts upgraded their relationship to the level of a comprehensive strategic partnership.
India-US Space Cooperation Gets a New Fillip
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The latest Biden-Modi summit followed up on major space cooperation initiatives announced during Modi's state visit in June.
Biden, Modi and G20 Allies Unveil Connectivity Project Linking India to Middle East and Europe
By Aamer Madhani and Josh Boak
In addition to boosting trade, the proposed rail and shipping corridor will provide a physical and ideological alternative to China's Belt and Road Initiative.
A New Era Is Dawning in US-Vietnam Relations
By Jonathan D. London
The coming upgrade of the bilateral relationship between Washington and Hanoi is a milestone for the region – and the world.
A Case for Greater US Engagement in Central Asia
By Hunter Stoll
Russian and Chinese influence in the region will never go away. But the United States now has a rare and valuable window of opportunity.
How Lithuania Is Shaping Great Power Competition With China
By Andris Banka
Lithuania defies the conventional wisdom that small states have little ability to influence larger powers.
Biden and Modi Look to Tighten US-India Ties as Concerns Over China Rise
By Aamer Madhani and Josh Boak
The two leaders are poles apart ideologically, but are drawn together by China's military and economic maneuverings in the Indo-Pacific.