Indonesia after Trump’s Tariffs: Diversifying Its Multilateral Partnerships
INTRODUCERE: In the aftermath of US President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs, Indonesia is negotiating in good faith with the United States to reach a resolution.
US-China Negotiations in London Signal a Tough Road Ahead for Southeast Asia
INTRODUCERE: Meetings in London between the US and China have just concluded, as both countries sought to address concerns over export controls and to permanently set aside temporarily paused tariffs.
Partnership, Not Protection: Trump’s Defence Policy in Asia
INTRODUCERE: At his maiden Shangri-La Dialogue outing, the US Secretary of Defense laid out a stark and demanding vision for the region’s security. ASEAN and much of Southeast Asia did not feature in it.
US Defence Secretary Raises More Questions than Answers at the Shangri-La Dialogue
INTRODUCERE: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Shangri-la Dialogue speech aimed to address questions about the US commitment to Asia.
Shangri-La Dialogue 2025: Asian Security Going Forward
INTRODUCERE: The Shangri-La Dialogue 2025 has galvanised Asia’s security through far-reaching questions that were first aired at the end of World War.
Shifts in the International Geopolitical Landscape and Implications for China-Europe Relations
INTRODUCERE: The international geopolitical landscape has undergone important shifts in recent years. These shifts are having profound implications for the foreign policy choices of China and Europe and relations between them.
Two-Tiered DEFA Needs A Coherent Strategy For Implementation
INTRODUCERE: Given differing levels of digital capabilities among ASEAN members, a two-tier solution to the Digital Economy Framework Agreement might be most fitting.
Power and Opposition Under Prabowo’s Political Cartel
INTRODUCERE: In the lead up to the Presidential elections and up until recently, the prevalent mode of political activity in Indonesia has been speculation.
India, the EU and the Demand for Renewed Partnerships
INTRODUCERE: Amid Trump’s tariffs, China’s rise, and a series of unfolding global crises, the India–EU partnership offers a promising and stabilising roadmap for a fragmented global order.
Building Corridors of Influence: India’s and China’s Infrastructure Initiatives in Myanmar and Thailand
INTRODUCERE: Southeast Asia’s cultural diversity, economic potential, and geopolitical weight have made it a focal point for global players seeking both influence and economic gains.