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Will Vietnam-US Relations Continue to Improve Under Trump 2.0?

Will Vietnam-US Relations Continue to Improve Under Trump 2.0?

By Hai Hong Nguyen
There is no reason to believe that the bilateral relationship will not continue along its current positive trajectory.
Indonesia’s Prabowo Meets With President Biden on US Trip

Indonesia’s Prabowo Meets With President Biden on US Trip

By Sebastian Strangio
The Indonesian leader also spoke by phone with President-elect Donald Trump, congratulating him on his recent election victory.

Vietnam’s To Lam Set to Meet With President Biden

Vietnam’s To Lam Set to Meet With President Biden

By Sebastian Strangio
During the communist party chief's five-day visit to New York, Vietnamese and U.S. firms have signed a number of economic agreements.

After China, Vietnam’s New Leader To Lam Is Off To America

After China, Vietnam’s New Leader To Lam Is Off To America

By David Hutt
To Lam is expected to travel next month to New York for the U.N. General Assembly, a trip that could also include meetings with President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris.

Trump 2.0 Would Get Mixed Responses in the Indo-Pacific

Trump 2.0 Would Get Mixed Responses in the Indo-Pacific

By Derek Grossman
How a country views the prospect of another Trump term depends in large part on whether or not it already has good relations with the United States.
What to Make of Biden’s Latest Promise to Defend Taiwan

What to Make of Biden’s Latest Promise to Defend Taiwan

By Dean P. Chen
A range of intertwined international and domestic factors are driving Washington’s current policy toward the Taiwan Strait. 

Trump Joins TikTok and Calls It ‘An Honor.’ As President He Once Tried to Ban the App

Trump Joins TikTok and Calls It ‘An Honor.’ As President He Once Tried to Ban the App

By Jill Colvin, Will Weissert, and Meg Kinnard
Democratic President Joe Biden signed legislation in April that could ban TikTok in the U.S., even as his campaign joined in February and has tried to work with influencers.
A Warm Welcome for Japan’s Kishida in Washington

A Warm Welcome for Japan’s Kishida in Washington

By Duncan Bartlett
Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida addressed the U.S. Congress and met the president of the Philippines. However, a tentative offer to join the AUKUS security pact presents Japan with a dilemma.

Biden to Warn China on South China Sea, Report Claims

Biden to Warn China on South China Sea, Report Claims

By Sebastian Strangio
The U.S. president is set to deliver the warning at this week's trilateral summit with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines.

TikTok in the Age of Decoupling

TikTok in the Age of Decoupling

By Nico Han
While the ban seems inevitable amid deepening distrust, removal of TikTok from the U.S. market will not solve the disinformation problem.

Joe Biden and Xi Jinping’s Unstable Rapprochement

Joe Biden and Xi Jinping’s Unstable Rapprochement

By Nathaniel Sher
No single flashpoint is undermining the U.S.-China relationship. Rather, relations suffer from a host of negative trends that are only worsening. 
Philippines to Hold Joint Maritime Patrols With US, Japan

Philippines to Hold Joint Maritime Patrols With US, Japan

By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement of the joint South China Sea maneuvers is expected to be announced at a trilateral summit between the three nations next week.

Biden to Host Summit With Japan’s Kishida and Philippines’ Marcos

Biden to Host Summit With Japan’s Kishida and Philippines’ Marcos

By Sebastian Strangio
The trilateral summit, which will be held in Washington on April 11, comes at a time of increasing tension in the western Pacific.
Southeast Asia’s Uncertain Global Outlook

Southeast Asia’s Uncertain Global Outlook

By David Hutt
What would be more worrying for the region: a retreating United States, or an economically stagnant China?

Biden vs Trump: Who Would Have a Bigger Impact on China-US Relations?

Biden vs Trump: Who Would Have a Bigger Impact on China-US Relations?

By Dingding Chen and Xinrong Zhu
Looking ahead to a potential 2024 presidential match-up and the implications for U.S. China policy.

Biden, Xi Hit the Reset Button on China-US Relations. Can It Last?

Biden, Xi Hit the Reset Button on China-US Relations. Can It Last?

By Shannon Tiezzi
The biggest outcome from the meeting was a promise to keep talking on a whole host of issues. But that achievement shouldn't be underestimated.

Biden’s Goal for Xi Meeting: Get China-US Communications Back to Normal

Biden’s Goal for Xi Meeting: Get China-US Communications Back to Normal

By Aamer Madhani and Colleen Long
“We’re not trying to decouple from China,” the U.S. president insisted, “but what we’re trying to do is change the relationship for the better.”
Indonesia’s Jokowi Urges Biden to ‘Do More’ to Halt Gaza Atrocities

Indonesia’s Jokowi Urges Biden to ‘Do More’ to Halt Gaza Atrocities

By Sebastian Strangio
The Indonesian leader told his U.S. counterpart that a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas “is a must for the sake of humanity.”

Prospect of a Biden-Xi Summit Sparks Backlash in China

Prospect of a Biden-Xi Summit Sparks Backlash in China

By Hemant Adlakha
The anti-U.S. narrative in Beijing has further deteriorated since the Bali Summit a year ago. So why is Xi pressing ahead for a sit down with the U.S. president?
After 5 Year Absence, China’s Foreign Minister Visits Washington

After 5 Year Absence, China’s Foreign Minister Visits Washington

By Shannon Tiezzi
During Wang Yi's visit, both sides emphasized the importance of dialogue, but were tight-lipped on what, exactly, was being discussed.

Is There Any Southeast Asian Autocrat That the US Won’t Do Business With?

Is There Any Southeast Asian Autocrat That the US Won’t Do Business With?

By David Hutt
Hypocrisy is an inevitable part of power politics. But there are limits to how far a nation like the U.S. should compromise.

Overcoming Differences, Looking to the Future: The Next Step for the US-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership 

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

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.
Vietnam’s Time to Choose

Vietnam’s Time to Choose

By Duy Hoang
Hanoi's impending upgrade in relations with Washington is the right move. It needs to follow up by ensuring basic freedoms for its people.

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