Region
East Asia
The China Race: Global Competition for Alternative World Orders
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Fei-Ling Wang.
After the 2024 Election, Taiwan’s Real Challenge Begins
By Syaru Shirley Lin
The next 4 years will test Taiwan’s resilience in the face of geopolitical rivalry, climate crisis, diminishing socioeconomic prospects, and an aging society while being led by a divided government.
China Looks to Revive Slowing Economy and Salvage Property Market as Annual Congress Convenes
By Dake Kang and Elaine Kurtenbach
Now is Beijing’s chance to keep short-term economic issues from turning into a long-term slowdown, experts say. But it’s not clear what steps the government is willing to take.
Moon Chung-in on Escalating Inter-Korea Tensions and What Lies Ahead
By Kenji Yoshida
The former special adviser to the South Korean president believes recent moves by Kim Jong Un represent a “brave new world.”
Danger and Deterrence in Japan’s Security Environment
By Marcos González Gava
“We must handle the hypothesis of an imminent threat as long as nuclear weapons exist.”
The Conspiracy Theory That Amelia Earhart Was Killed by Japanese Soldiers
By Ronald Drabkin
The theory may seem plausible on its face, but ultimately hinges on an unlikely series of events.
China-Taiwan Boat Collision Near Kinmen Continues to Reverberate in Taiwanese Politics
By Brian Hioe
It’s an early test case of the new dynamics of power between the KMT and the DPP, and the impact on cross-strait relations.
Voltage Visions: China’s EV Surge in Southeast Asia
By Nancy Wei
With intense competition at home, China is exporting its electric vehicle success story to Southeast Asia.
China’s Shuttle Diplomacy With Ukraine and Russia: All Symbol, No Substance
By Rakshith Shetty
Despite its second round of shuttle diplomacy, China remains hesitant to engage fully in genuine negotiations at this stage.
Will Japan’s Defense Spending Hike Be Enough?
By Takahashi Kosuke
A weaker yen and recent price surges are causing headaches for Japan's defense budget.
China Targets Overseas Social Media Influencers in Its Latest Transnational Repression Scheme
By Chauncey Jung
In a break from its past censorship strategies, China is now attempting to expand its circle of influence beyond its own borders.
Biden Orders US Investigation of National Security Risks Posed by Chinese-Made ‘Smart Cars’
By Matthew Daly
The probe could lead to new regulations aimed at preventing China from using sophisticated technology in electric vehicles to track drivers and their personal information.