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Security
Tajik ISKP Escalates Threats to Iran and Israel Amid Intensifying Gaza War
By Uran Botobekov
After October 7, conspiracy theories have gained traction within Central Asian Salafi circles accusing Shias of acting as agents of the Jews in a coordinated effort to undermine Sunni Islam.
Evictions and Evasions: State Involvement in Southeast Asia’s ‘Golden Era of Organized Crime’
By Jacob Sims
Efforts to obscure or de-center state involvement in regional transnational crime are dangerous, because traditional approaches won’t work to counter crime co-perpetrated by states.
‘Not Welcome’: China’s ICBM Test Raised Alarms in the Pacific Islands
By Camilla Pohle
Regional leaders probably criticized China more for its ICBM test than for anything else in recent years. The U.S. should take note.
India and China Reach Breakthrough Agreement on Border Tensions
By Sudha Ramachandran
The two sides have agreed on patrolling arrangements along their disputed border in the Himalayas.
What’s Behind the China-Thailand ‘Strike-2024’ Exercise?
By Ian Seow Cheng Wei
At first glance, these exercises may appear routine, following the established pattern since 2005. However, one thing sets the Strike-2024 exercises apart.
A Hong Kong University Launched the World’s First Large-Scale AI Model Earth Observation Satellite
By Sunny Cheung
This cutting-edge satellite showcases Hong Kong’s growing role in China’s space ambitions and highlights the city's strategic importance in technological development.
Small Explosion Damages Chinese Consulate in Mandalay
By Sebastian Strangio
The apparent attack comes at a time of growing Chinese support for the beleaguered military junta in Naypyidaw.
The Falklands War of 1982: Lessons for a Potential 21st Century China-US Conflict Over Taiwan
By Martin Mitchell
While the situations are not identical, the tactical and geopolitical parallels make the Falklands War worth studying in the Taiwan context.
GPS Jamming in Myanmar
By Sribala Subramanian
Drone warfare in the country has become a potential nuisance for airline pilots.
The Geopolitical Implications of the UK-Mauritius Chagos Islands Deal
By Catherine Putz and Ankit Panda
What are the implications of the United Kingdom's historic deal with Mauritius?
The Thai Air Force Chose a New Fighter. The More Interesting Question Is What Comes Next.
By Olli Pekka Suorsa
As the RTAF aspires to become one of the best air forces in Southeast Asia, it is unlikely to be satisfied with 4+ generation combat aircraft in the future.
Why Bangladesh-China Defense Ties Are Poised to Strengthen After the Monsoon Revolution
By Khandakar Tahmid Rejwan and Scott N. Romaniuk
Beijing is keenly aware of the opportunities arising from the ouster of PM Sheikh Hasina, and will seek to strengthen its existing defense diplomacy with Dhaka.