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Donald Trump
‘America First’ and Threading the Needle on Tech Sovereignty
By Corey Lee Bell and Elena Collinson
A disproportionately hardline policy from the incoming Trump administration could ultimately see a more isolated U.S. lose the tech war, and a great deal more.
India Confident of Managing Ties With Transactional Trump
By Elizabeth Roche
Trump is unlikely to raise issues like India’s democratic backsliding or its ties with Russia. Trade and immigration could be irritants.
Trump’s Victory Will Test What’s Left of ASEAN’s Resolve
By Luke Hunt
Calls for an ASEAN reboot as the “Goldilocks” era comes to an end.
How Southeast Asia Responded to the US Presidential Election
By Meghan Murphy
The region's leaders appear to be taking the prospect of a second Donald Trump administration largely in their stride.
US East Asian Allies Offer Congratulations to Trump
By Shannon Tiezzi
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.
Central Asian Leaders Swift to Send Congratulatory Notes to Trump
By Catherine Putz
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.
Trump’s Second Term and the Future of the Quad
By Laura van der Hoeven
The grouping gained steam under President Joe Biden, who saw it as a crucial means to counterbalance China’s growing influence.
If Trump Wins, What Will His China Policies Be?
By Bonnie Girard
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.
How Will the US Election Affect Southeast Asia’s Economies?
By Malminderjit Singh
Whoever prevails on November 5, the region is bound to face a more complex and challenging economic environment.
What a Trump Re-election Would Mean for Taiwan
By Claus Soong
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.
Why Vietnam Doesn’t Have to Worry About the Outcome of the US Election
By Khang Vu
The country's omnidirectional foreign policy doctrine cushions it from changes in the domestic affairs of key partner states.
Harris vs. Trump: If Asia Could Vote in the US Election
By The Diplomat
For 13 Asia-Pacific countries, we ask: Would the government prefer Kamala Harris or Donald Trump as the next U.S. president?