Facing Financial Strain, Pakistan Prioritizes Defense in New Budget
Despite facing severe economic challenges and rising debt, Pakistan’s 2025–26 budget increases military spending by nearly 20%, drawing public and expert concern.
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Will the Thailand-Cambodia Border Dispute Boil Over?
Tensions are rising between Thailand and Cambodia after a deadly border clash. With nationalist rhetoric on the rise, will the decades-old dispute spiral into a larger crisis?
How the Escalation Between India and Pakistan Is Shaping Domestic Politics
Discover how the recent military and diplomatic escalation between India and Pakistan reshaped domestic politics in both countries—strengthening leadership narratives, influencing public opinion, and shifting electoral strategies.
Minerals, Power, and Protest: Mongolia Enters a New Political Uncertainty
Mongolia’s Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene resigns after losing a parliamentary confidence vote, exposing deep political rifts. What lies ahead for the country's fragile democracy amid rising public anger, and economic pressure.
At the Shangri-La Dialogue, a Spotlight on China’s Shadow
China’s absence from ministerial-level talks at the 2025 Shangri-La Dialogue signals a more cautious diplomatic stance amid rising regional tensions.
Seeking Order in the South China Sea, as ASEAN’s Balance Tips Toward Beijing
Philippine President Marcos Jr. urges ASEAN to fast-track the South China Sea Code of Conduct amid concerns over China’s growing sway in the regional bloc.
Can Shared Pressure Forge a Shared Future in Southeast Asia?
Southeast Asian nations are seeking a unified meeting with Trump to address U.S. tariffs while pushing for greater regional integration. Can ASEAN overcome internal differences to act as one?
In the Deep South, Thailand’s Islamist Conflict Defies Containment
The insurgency in southern Thailand has flared up again, raising concerns about escalating violence. Explore the factors driving the conflict and what the future may hold for the region.
UK and India Seal Historic Trade Deal, Ending Three Years of Negotiations
The United Kingdom and India have finalized a landmark trade agreement after three years of intense negotiations. The deal is set to boost both economies, fostering new trade opportunities and strengthening bilateral ties.
India Hits Lashkar-e-Taiba Hard During Cross-Border Missile Attacks
India carried out cross-border missile strikes against Lashkar-e-Taiba in a decisive retaliation to terrorist aggression originating from Pakistan.
