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The South China Sea and the Trump Factor

Andrew Chubb examines whether a transactional U.S. foreign policy leaves countries vulnerable to Chinese pressure in the South China Sea.
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A New Triangle: The Interplay Between China and EU-India Relations

Philippe Le Corre examines the evolving dynamics of the China-EU-India relationship amid China’s rise and India’s growing significance in Europe’s political and economic strategy.
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EU-Taiwan Relations: Navigating PRC Pressure, U.S.-China Competition, and Trump’s Foreign Policy

Simona Grano analyzes the positive momentum in Europe-Taiwan relations as the two navigate a range of geopolitical issues.
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The Japan-U.S. Alliance at a Pivotal Moment and the Path Ahead

in January, ASPI hosted a conference on the U.S.-Japan relationship and shares key takeaways from the conference and the future of U.S. - Japan relations after the Trump-Ishiba summit.
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Key Takeaways from China’s Two Sessions in 2025

Read Center for China Analysis experts' key takeaways from the Two Sessions in China, including their take on Premier Li Qiang's Government Work Report and what it revealed about China's economic targets and policy priorities for 2025.
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Establishing a Positive Regulatory Environment for Cloud Security in APEC

Shay Wester looks at how APEC economies can develop regulatory frameworks that enhance cloud security, build trust, and advance innovation and digital transformation.

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New Centers of Gravity: How China and India Are Vying for Influence in the European Union

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Join us for a panel discussion on the evolving dynamics between India, China, and the EU, and the implications for Asia and the world.
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China’s Youth: The Age of Anxiety

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Through South Asia's Eyes: Trump’s 100-Day Impact

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In the Media

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The Art of Not Dealing: China’s 3-Ring Strategy for a Prolonged Trade War

Beijing is executing a three-layered plan: shoring up its domestic front, tightening the screws on the U.S., and repositioning itself on the global stage, writes Lizzi C. Lee in an op-ed for The Diplomat.
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How to Strike Trade Deals in Record Time

In an op-ed for Foreign Policy, Wendy Cutler describes how countries should navigate the Trump White House.

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Do Some Nepalis Still Long for the Monarchy?

Rishi Gupta asks why, for a country that fought a decade-long civil war, does Nepal want its monarchy back?
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Will Trump’s Economic Tsunami Undermine the US-Japan Security Partnership?

Tariff shocks have eroded the tentative confidence that the alliance was on a strong footing under Trump’s second administration, writes Emma Chanlett-Avery.
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How China Should Handle Trump’s Tariffs

Tit-for-tat fights are a dead end, writes Lizzi C. Lee in an op-ed for Foreign Policy.
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India Elevates Ties With Mauritius: Is There a China Angle?

The recent visit to Mauritius by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi indicates Delhi’s intention to cultivate good relations in the Indian Ocean Region, writes Rishi Gupta.