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A briefing from Sydney's Lowy Institute argues that the U.S. has lost influence to China in recent years, especially in terms of its economic and diplomatic engagement.

As it stands, the IPS is too heavily focused on the Pacific. Adding Pakistan to the fold would bolster its ability to address Beijing’s strategic advances in the Indian Ocean.

Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo said yesterday that six projects are slated for completion by the end of the year.

Police in New York have arrested two men for allegedly setting up a secret police station, the latest in a string of accusations.

The U.S. shouldn’t base its Latin America policy on trying to match China’s actions in the region.

Wholesale banning of an entire social media platform could have serious implications for the future role of the government in regulating how Americans use the internet. 

The kidnapping, which coincided with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to Vietnam last week, highlights the gaps in interests and perceptions between Washington and Hanoi.

The region's worries range from fears of nuclear proliferation to the opportunity cost in terms of climate change, but there is also an understanding of the pact's security rationale.

The strengthening Philippines-U.S. alliance should remain focused on the South China Sea – and not overreach on Taiwan. 

Washington wants to raise relations to the level of a "strategic relationship," but Vietnamese leaders are moving cautiously, in light of the likely reaction from China.

Leaked documents suggesting the U.S. spied on South Korea’s internal discussions on Ukraine could sour President Yoon’s upcoming trip to Washington.

Despite emphasizing his commitment to bipartisanship, Kevin McCarthy’s current top priority is promoting partisan legislation and cementing Republicans as tough on China.