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Diplomacy

Voters Back Maldives Change in Foreign Policy

Voters Back Maldives Change in Foreign Policy

By Athaulla A Rasheed
A parliamentary supermajority is a chance for Mohammad Muizzu’s government to overhaul foreign policy, but Maldives thrives by embracing all willing partners.

Strengthening Australia’s Engagement in the Indian Ocean

Strengthening Australia’s Engagement in the Indian Ocean

By Grant Wyeth
Australia must work a little harder to fully integrate itself as a member of the Indian Ocean community. 
Does a New Book on the China Threat Preview a Second Trump Presidency?

Does a New Book on the China Threat Preview a Second Trump Presidency?

By Francis P. Sempa
A new book by James Fanell and Bradley Thayer, with a foreword by Steve Bannon, could foreshadow how Trump administration “super hawks” would approach China policy.

Chinese Analysts See Little Gain From Blinken’s Visit

Chinese Analysts See Little Gain From Blinken’s Visit

By Hemant Adlakha
Semi-official media outlets have taken an unusually strident tone in denouncing the secretary of state's trip to China, urging Beijing to take a harder line.

After Zhao Leji’s Visit, What’s Next for China-North Korea Relations?

After Zhao Leji’s Visit, What’s Next for China-North Korea Relations?

By Lee Sang-yong
Recently, North Korea’s relations with Russia have seemingly outpaced ties with China. But Pyongyang has more to gain from China than from Russia.

Pursuing Rapprochement Between China, Japan, and South Korea

Pursuing Rapprochement Between China, Japan, and South Korea

By Daria Kurushina
Restarting the trilateral could be a remedy for the growing geopolitical rift and help ensure stability in the Asia-Pacific.

With Blinken in China, Beijing Deprioritizes Taiwan

With Blinken in China, Beijing Deprioritizes Taiwan

By Jasmine Lee
China's emphasis on Taiwan has weakened, even though China-U.S. relations are currently in a more stable phase.
Pakistan, Iran to Enhance Efforts at a ‘United Front’ Against Afghanistan-based Militants

Pakistan, Iran to Enhance Efforts at a ‘United Front’ Against Afghanistan-based Militants

By Munir Ahmed
The two countries allege that the TTP and Islamic State are operating from bases in Afghanistan.

North Korea Sends Workers to Russia-Occupied Territory in Eastern Ukraine

North Korea Sends Workers to Russia-Occupied Territory in Eastern Ukraine

By Seulkee Jang
Pyongyang made the decision after concluding that Russia had gained the upper hand in its war with Ukraine.

Whisky or Weapons? Britain’s Changing Tone on Taiwan

Whisky or Weapons? Britain’s Changing Tone on Taiwan

By Max Dixon
Taiwan has quickly come to occupy a different role in British foreign policy amid growing perceptions of the “China threat.” 

UK Foreign Secretary’s Visit to Central Asia and Mongolia: An Urgent To-Do List    

UK Foreign Secretary’s Visit to Central Asia and Mongolia: An Urgent To-Do List    

By Sophia Nina Burna-Asefi
David Cameron is on a six-nation tour of Central Asia, underscoring the U.K.'s reinvigorated engagement with the region. 
As Blinken Heads to China, What’s on the Agenda?

As Blinken Heads to China, What’s on the Agenda?

By Matthew Lee
China’s support for Russia will be a primary topic, along with war in the Middle East and tensions over Taiwan and the South China Sea.

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