Old Wounds, New Tensions: China and Japan Face Another Reckoning
Deep rooted historical animosities between China and Japan have resurfaced, raising concerns about how far current tensions could escalate.
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APEC Summit 2025: Does Any Importance Remain in a Modern Broken World Order?
APEC 2025 in South Korea highlighted fractures in global cooperation as the U.S. stepped back and China asserted its growing influence.
Divided at Home, Pressured from Abroad: Taiwan’s Democratic Crossroads
Facing deep political divisions and growing foreign pressure, Taiwan stands at a critical moment in its fight to preserve its national identity and democratic values.
In Seoul, a New President and the Renewed Promise of Warmer Ties with Beijing
With a new administration in Seoul, will South Korea shift its approach to China? Explore how President Lee’s foreign policy could reshape South Korea–China relations amid regional tensions and economic interdependence.
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.
The Quiet Rise of a New Partnership: Brazil and China Deepen Their Bond
Brazil and China are deepening their bilateral ties, with growing trade, diplomatic cooperation, and shared ambitions in the Global South.
G7 Finance Ministers Find Common Cause on China
At the latest G7 finance ministers' meeting, the world’s top economies joined forces to address China’s trade practices, signaling a shift toward unity and strategic alignment.
US China Tariff War Pauses—Markets Breathe, But Tensions Linger
The US China tariff war is on pause, offering some relief to global markets. Yet behind the optimism, both sides remain wary as deeper issues go unresolved.
After Fifty Years: Where Will Vietnam Move in a Changing World?
Explore Vietnam's evolving role in global geopolitics fifty years after the end of the war. Discover how the nation navigates shifting alliances and emerging challenges in the 21st century.
