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Diplomacy
Japan, Malaysia Announce Diplomatic Upgrade, Enhanced Security Cooperation
By Sebastian Strangio
Tokyo announced a grant of $2.8 million to to boost Malaysia's maritime security under its new Overseas Security Assistance initiative.
Recapping the First Year of Malaysia’s Foreign Policy Under Anwar Ibrahim
By Angeline Tan
The Malaysian leader has increased his country's diplomatic focus on ASEAN and the Middle East, while balancing between the major powers.
Pacific Island States Continue Disproportionate Support of Israel at the UN
By Logan Green
As the U.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly called for a ceasefire in Gaza, why were Pacific Island states overrepresented in opposition, abstention, and absence?
Will Xi Jinping Visit Mongolia in 2024?
By Sumiya Chuluunbaatar
Many factors both inside and outside Mongolia may affect the Chinese leader’s rumored visit to Ulaanbaatar next year.
Understanding China’s Position on the Israel-Palestine Conflict
By Sercan Çalışkan
Beijing is contrasting its approach with Washington's in a bid to win favor from the Gulf states – while still treading cautiously.
Henry Kissinger and the Murder of Timor-Leste
By Klas Lundström
Few Timorese would have welcomed the late diplomat with open arms. Fewer still will be sad to see him gone.
Decoding China’s Foreign Policy Approach Toward Belarus
By Mashal Zahid
Belarus' President Alexander Lukashenko recently visited China for the second time this year. What's behind the deepening partnership?
The West Is Eying Closer Relations With Central Asia
By Mark Temnycky
It’s been a busy year for Central Asia, with numerous Western diplomats swinging through the region or welcoming Central Asian delegations in their own capitals.
Vietnam and China Announce Major Upgrade in Relations During Xi Visit
By Khang Vu
Hanoi's decision to join Beijing's "community of common destiny" is consistent with the country's longstanding policy of assurance toward its northern neighbor.
At China Summit, EU Leaders Pushed Xi Jinping on Chinese Firms’ Breach of Russia Sanctions
By Duncan Bartlett
Thirteen Chinese entities were included on a list of companies alleged to be breaching sanctions, which was shown to Xi in Beijing.
What It Means to Be an ‘Old Friend of the Chinese People’
By David Skidmore
The late Henry Kissinger is perhaps the most famous holder of that title, but he is far from alone.
India and the US Can’t be Partners Without Shared Values
By Mohamed Zeeshan
With India under Modi taking an illiberal turn, analysts in Washington are calling for a transactional, security-focused partnership with India, bereft of shared values.