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Trump 2.0
Australia and New Zealand Need to be More Vocal in Opposition to Trumpian Policies
By Guy C. Charlton and Xiang Gao
Both governments need to more explicitly link or condition the U.S. relationship to their own global and regional political, economic and security objectives.
The Trump Effect Heads to Tokyo
By Kareem Rifai
It is decidedly outside the Trump administration’s interest to harm the LDP’s electoral prospects if it wants a greater chance at achieving its goals for Japanese defense spending. But that’s exactly what its doing.
The Path to a US-India Trade Deal Lies Through Economic Security
By Ishaan Thakker
A broader trade agreement, including cooperation on key supply chains, foreign investment, and advanced technologies makes a deal more likely and can help the U.S. and India more effectively counter China.
No Safe Return: The Case Against Deporting Afghan Refugees
By Amina Azarm Nezami
Beneath the official narratives of “stability” and “return,” lies a brutal truth: Afghanistan remains a deeply unsafe country and any forced return of refugees constitutes a clear violation of international law and basic human rights.
The Indian Diaspora, Conflicted: The US Position on Immigration and India’s View on Emigration
By Krzysztof Iwanek
If the U.S. is to curb the immigration of Indian professionals, it is Europe, not India, that will benefit most.
Australia Rejects US Push for Increased Defense Spending
By Bruce Xin Tao
As Indo-Pacific geopolitical dynamics intensify, Canberra’s response to increased U.S. demands offers a critical lesson in alliance management and strategic autonomy.
Why Is Turkmenistan Subject to a Partial US Travel Ban?
By Catherine Putz
The stated reason is a high rate of visa overstays in 2023 DHS data. But that data has been interpreted without any context or compassion.
Tariff Shockwaves: Indonesia’s Export Strategy Under Fire
By Mervin Goklas Hamonangan and Mohamad Dian Revindo
While trade talks with the U.S. are still underway, Indonesia must reassess its non-tariff measures to address U.S. concerns while ensuring fair trade practices and maintaining economic stability.
It’s Time for a New Global Arms Control Regime
By Alex Alfirraz Scheers
Rather than resume nuclear testing, the Trump administration ought to strive to revive the moribund arms control regime.
Kyrgyzstan: Incoming Peace Corps Cohort Cancelled Last Minute
By Catherine Putz
As DOGE takes aim at the Peace Corps, the sudden cancellation of the June departure of new volunteers to Kyrgyzstan “is particularly cruel and inefficient.”
Central Asia’s Strategic Insecurity in a Turbulent World
By Sardor Allayarov
Can Central Asian states continue their multi-vector diplomacy, or will they be forced to choose between the U.S. and China?
As Pacific Islands Caution Against Seabed Mining, the US Prepares to Trash the Rules
By Camilla Pohle
The White House’s executive order last month purports to authorize mining in international waters – against the authority of a U.N. regulatory body.
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