More: AsiaPacific
How China Is Reshaping Asia-Pacific Through Trade Infrastructure
In April 2024, an enormous container ship got stuck in the canal, side by side, blocking the flow of international trade for six days....
Why China Sees NATO as a Threat to Asia-Pacific Stability
In celebration of the 99th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), established in August 1927, the PLA commemorates its...
China Says It Seeks Partnership Not Influence in Pacific Islands
China said on Tuesday it does not seek a "sphere of influence" in the Pacific, as Foreign Minister Wang Yi defended Beijing's growing engagement...
China Missile Test in Pacific Sparks Concern Across Region
China on Monday test fired a missile from a nuclear submarine into the Pacific Ocean, prompting concern from Japan, Australia and New Zealand over...
What the Pacific Pivot Reveals About Europe
When Pete Hegseth told the Shangri-La Dialogue at the end of May that the United States would prioritize its “model allies,” moving the most...
China’s Defense Strategy in Asia and the Middle East
China employs a dual defense strategy focused on securing energy routes and protecting economic interests. In the Middle East, it strengthens its presence through...
US – Iran Energy Shock Damage Is Spreading in Asia
In the Asian shock, four transmission channels play a role. In the case of oil, elevated risk premium is coupled with physical tightening via...
The impact of the US-Israel-Iran crisis on Asia
At the peak of the crisis, oil surged to $110–116/bbl. But it remains volatile at $90–100 after ceasefire pause. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) took...
Chinese Research Vessels, U.S. Military Exercises Heighten Tensions in North Pacific
Last month, five Chinese research vessels, including those used for space and missile tracking and underwater mapping, were active in the northwest Pacific, according...
Asia-Pacific’s Tax Dilemma: Indonesia’s High-Stakes Reform
Authors: Andi Mohammad Ilham and Andi Mohammad Johan*
Recently, Indonesia’s new Minister of Finance, Purbaya, declared that the establishment of the State Revenue Authority (SRA/BPN)...