Southeast Asia
Reviving the Concert of Europe: Historical Lessons for the Indo-Pacific
As Europe once emerged from the upheaval of the Napoleonic Wars with a new diplomatic framework designed to stabilize the continent, the Indo-Pacific today...
The Legacy of 75 Years of Diplomatic Ties: Vietnam-China Relations in a New Era
In 2025, Vietnam and China mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations—a significant milestone that speaks to the resilience, complexity, and...
Two faces of populism: The case of Indonesian foreign policy
As the third-largest democracy in the world, Indonesia elected the president and his vice through large-scale elections earlier last year. Many experts and survey...
ASEAN’s multilayered response to the changing economic and geopolitical order
ASEAN nations have been closely observing the trajectory of US-China relations and have expressed their apprehensions vis-Ã -vis the uncertainty arising out of Trump tariffs....
ASEAN Blueprint for Resilient Unity in a Divided Era
In an era defined by geopolitical fragmentation, economic nationalism, and existential climate threats, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has revealed an ambitious...
Strategic Autonomy of Middle Powers under US–China Rivalry
For much of the post-Cold War era, Eurasia’s middle powers enjoyed a favorable environment under the liberal international order. In a system governed by...
Outplaying the Giants: Adapt or Die
In Singapore’s General Election 2025, little changed on the surface. The People’s Action Party (PAP) regained momentum, winning 87 of 97 seats and improving...
The Coalition’s Great Green Blind Spot: A Missed Opportunity for Regional Leadership
The recent Australian election was more than a domestic political upset. It marked a decisive shift in the values of the electorate, and it...
Xi in Malaysia, Trump in the Gulf: Diplomatic Moves Ahead of ASEAN-China-GCC Summit
China relies heavily on Malaysia as a bridge for cooperation, dialogue, and coordination with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and China in confronting...
Singapore’s Strategic Pivot: Partnering with BRICS in a Multipolar World
Singapore finds itself at a critical juncture. Known globally as a stable, neutral, and rules-based financial powerhouse, the city-state faces an intriguing strategic question:...