China strengthens military ties with the Maldives, triggering concerns from India. Maldives pivots to China, impacting regional geopolitics and tourism.
China faces economic, diplomatic, and military challenges, including Belt and Road setbacks. 'Two Sessions' convene to address issues amid political reshuffles.
Language shapes identities, notably in the Soviet Union where Russian influenced cohesion. Post-Soviet, nations assert linguistic independence, reshaping geopolitical dynamics.
Taiwan seeks global recognition amid mounting pressures from Beijing, losing Pacific allies but resiliently confronting economic coercion and geopolitical shifts.
Prabowo Subianto claims victory in Indonesia's presidential election amid unofficial results, positioning himself as a potential leader amidst geopolitical shifts.