COVID-19 impact, conflict with China threaten Philippines’ fisheries
As conflict between the Philippines and China continues over maritime territory, the future of fisheries in the disputed area has become a key question.
South China Sea
The Philippines pushes back against China’s maritime militia in the Julian Felipe Reef
With China’s recent incursions into the South China Sea, the Philippines is taking a stronger stance to protect its maritime territories.
Vietnam’s defense policy strikes a balance between China and the US
As China grows more assertive in the South China Sea, Vietnam has started seeing the country as a major threat. Beijing risks pushing Hanoi into America’s orbit if it continues to play hardball.
How Trump’s China legacy helps Biden’s foreign policy aims
Biden’s effort to sell his return to multilateralism benefits from a clearly-defined national security threat; luckily for Biden, Trump already found one.
How significant is India’s accelerated outreach to Vietnam?
The past few months have seen growing engagements between India and Vietnam. While China’s aggression remains a common concern, for India this is also an opportunity to reset its engagements with ASEAN after opting out of the RCEP in November.
Vietnam’s 2021-25 government to focus on resilience, regional leadership
Vietnam’s successful response to COVID-19 appears to be giving way to a rapid recovery, drawing international attention to the country’s leadership both domestically and on regional issues for Southeast Asia.
Could ASEAN expel Cambodia and Laos over their allegiance to China?
ASEAN remains a key player in Southeast Asia’s diplomatic architecture. However, a growing debate on the expulsion of member states may divide the grouping deeply.
Is the Quad’s anti-China vision pushing ASEAN away?
In the past, the “Quad” of Australia, India, Japan and the United States has been unable to offer ASEAN anything concrete to back up its alleged aim of building a rules-based international order. As the forum rapidly becomes an anti-China block, it may push ASEAN further away.
Has the United States lost Southeast Asia to China?
Washington wants Southeast Asia to stand up to China to defend the region’s economic and security interests. Will the region’s political leadership adhere to the United States calls?
Russian arms sales in Southeast Asia: What does it mean for the region?
Russia’s status as a major arms supplier in Southeast Asia will have a significant impact on the region’s geopolitical landscape.