South China Sea is a critical sea for trade, energy and shipping industry. Tensions in South China Sea have led to instability and increase in insurance costs for freight shipping.
The vast and mysterious expanse of our oceans, once revered for their beauty and abundance, now bear the scars of a silent and insidious invader: plastic pollution. The impact of this environmental crisis on marine ecosystems, wildlife, and...
The start of bilateral exchanges between Japan and ASEAN can be traced back to the establishment of the Japan-ASEAN Synthetic Rubber Forum in 1973, and 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the start of these exchanges [1]. Since the 1973 dial...
Myanmar, once hailed for its tentative steps towards democracy, now stands at the precipice of a perilous struggle between the military junta and anti-regime forces. In recent times, the nation has witnessed a dramatic escalation of conflic...
President Joe Biden and President Xi Jinping, in an attempt to normalize ties between the USA and China hampered by trade and security issues, met for a meeting that lasted over four hours on the sidelines of the Asia Pacific Economic Coope...
Taiwan and China have a political and historical background that stems from the Chinese Civil War (1927–1950). Following their defeat, the Kuomintang (KMT) withdrew to Taiwan, where they formed the Republic of China (ROC). On the mainland, ...
The ASEAN-India Summit serves as a crucial forum where leaders come together to address regional and global issues, spanning economic and security matters, within a multilateral framework. Furthermore, India's participation in the East Asia...
The comprehensive strategic partnership between the US and India was reaffirmed in 2023 during high-level dialogues. It serves as a reflection of the two countries’ shared strategic interests and values. The commitment to maintaining a stro...
The recent election of Mohammad Muizzu as the new President of Maldives has sparked a flurry of interest and speculation, particularly within India.He has now formally asked India to remove its troops from the island. This article aims to u...
A maritime strategy is not simply a domain strategy. It is an integral part of Australia's national interests, and it plays a vital role in addressing the country's security and prosperity. As a maritime nation, Australia has a unique set o...
The rivalry between Vietnam and its northern neighbor has been playing a significant role in shaping its foreign policy. Recent visits by Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chih to China and the US have highlighted the growing trade ties b...
China’s economy started showing indications of its post-Covid recovery failing from the month of April 2023 with growing concerns of an economic slump. The concerns were validated by July when the economy was reported to have performed weak...
