Chinese influence in a changing Central Asia
Author: Alessandro Arduino, NUS Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Beijing’s influence in Eurasia has been expanding. But while the reduced…
Deterrence across the Taiwan Strait demands a diplomatic touch
Authors: Charles KS Wu, University of South Alabama, Lin (Kirin) Pu, Tulane University and Cathy Fang, GWU Few observers of…
Flooding kills more than 120 in DR Congo capital
The president of the Democratic Republic of Congo joined the United States in blaming climate change for major floods that…
Is South Korea’s booming defence industry here to stay?
Authors: Sehun Cheon, IDC and Joonsoo Park, KIDA Defence Expo Korea, an exhibition showcasing the latest South Korean military equipment,…
Saudi Arabia’s pivot to Asia
Author: Oliver B John, Astrolabe Global Strategy Saudi Arabia’s decision in October to spearhead a two million barrel per day…
Indonesia’s Successful G20 Summit: A Turning Point?
Author: Colin I Bradford, Brookings Institution The Indonesian G20 year was like no other. The Russian war in Europe divided…
Lack of road map sparks confusion as Chinese cities navigate coronavirus U-turn
“I support a gradual reopening up and this is also a major trend, but the premise is that the government…
Debate over Thailand’s minimum wage rages
Author: Wannaphong Durongkaveroj, Ramkhamhaeng University From 1 October 2022, Thailand’s daily minimum wage has increased throughout the country by 5–8…
Climate change: EV charging facility owners in Hong Kong can soon make money by selling carbon credits
HKEX launched a voluntary carbon-credit-trading platform in late October, matching companies seeking to offset their carbon footprints with owners of…
The return of Atlantic industrial policy challenges Asian trade efficiency
Author: Editorial Board, ANU The structural cracks in the global economy are becoming bigger and more dangerous. In October this…