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Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan have cause to be nervous, given some of Trump’s past actions and statements. But their leaders chose to express optimism in their first public reactions.

The messages provide a glimpse as to what the Central Asian states wish to see from the next U.S. administration and how they aim to position themselves.

Officially, China has no preference in the U.S. presidential race. But both analysts and social media are increasingly rooting for Trump. Here’s why.

Insights from Elizabeth Freund Larus.

Donald Trump, like every other president, has his own policies and priorities. Unlike presidents before him, Trump is not worried about hurting Beijing’s feelings in the process.

Facing a security dilemma, the Indo-Pacific region needs dialogue and de-escalation, not further confrontation and escalating tensions.

The two sides condemned the North’s ICBM test and its apparent deployment of troops Russia.

The Republican candidate has needled Taipei about its reliance on the United States, but Taiwan can still count on U.S. support if Trump returns to the White House.

Throughout history, changes in U.S. administrations have shaped Mongolia-U.S. bilateral relations and economic activities. How had Biden's term impacted the relationship?

“In general, there is no public backing for South Korea’s deeper involvement in Ukraine. And this is common sense.”

The Sri Lanka Air Force recently received two advanced surveillance aircraft from the U.S. and Australia, marking a significant step in deepening ties with Western defense partners. 

The new U.S. Congress will be as important as the next president in setting the direction for future China policy in Washington.