As of now, the relationship between the U.S. and India is changing immensely, more specifically regarding trade and geopolitics. Recently, the new U.S. ambassador to India traveled to New Delhi to push for deeper economic ties within the region. Even though there are remaining tensions between India’s oil imports from Russia. This is important because both countries both the United… Read more »
Currently, South Asia as a whole is facing slowing economic growth and uncertainty in the global economy. Recently, the World Bank released an update that shows South Asia’s economic growth is already among the highest in the word, yet it has been a recent slowing and facing new challenges. For example, countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka have… Read more »
The reshaping of security and strategic partnerships if a major political issue currently in South Asia. One example that made headlines is a report that Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia are discussing forming a defense alliance similar to NATO. Under this proposed pact, an attack on one member would be treated as an attack on all, which is a significant… Read more »
Recently, tensions between Thailand and Cambodia reignited in December 2025, causing renewed border clashes after a fragile ceasefire collapsed. Fighting that began around December 8 has involved artillery exchanges and ground operations along parts of the 817-km frontier, displacing hundreds of thousands and resulting in dozens of deaths. Both sides accuse the other of sparking the clashes. In response, China… Read more »
Relations between the United States, China, and Taiwan have become increasingly tense as the U.S. continues to approve large arms sales to Taiwan. These sales include advanced missile systems, air-defense equipment, and military support that will strengthen Taiwan’s ability to defend itself. The U.S. omits these actions as part of its long-standing policy of helping Taiwan maintain a sufficient self-defense… Read more »
Tensions between China and the Philippines have escalated over ongoing disputes in the South China Sea, particularly around areas claimed by both countries. The Philippines has accused China’s coast guard and maritime militia of using aggressive tactics such as blocking, water cannons, and close-range maneuvering against Philippine supply ships traveling to contested reefs and outposts. China argues that these waters… Read more »
Currently, South Korea is conducting a strategic expansion of semiconductor manufacturing and supply-chain partnerships into Southeast Asia, particularly involving Vietnam, Singapore, and Malaysia. As global demand or advanced chips accelerates, South Korea, which has become home to companies such as Samsung, and SK Hynix, is working on their reduction of vulnerability to geopolitical shocks and economic ties. These moves are… Read more »
As of early October, 2025, Australia and Papua New Guinea solidified a historic milestone by signing the “Pukpuk” Mutual Defence treaty, marking this as Australia’s first new alliance in over seven decades. As well as Papua New Guinea’s first security pact from an alliance standpoint. Under this treaty, both countries have committed to back each other when under armed attack…. Read more »
Recently, diplomatic friction between China and Japan has escalated immensely. These conflicts are primarily driven by the remarks made from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi about possible military intervention in the event of a Chinese attack on Taiwan. Takaichi insisted that such an attack could constitute an “existential crisis” for Japan under its Legislation for Peace and Security. Which would… Read more »