The Lao Cai–Hanoi–Hai Phong railway enhances Sino-Vietnamese connectivity, facilitating access to Chinese markets while promoting Vietnam’s growth. However, Vietnam is cautious about dependence on China amidst...
Japan–China relations have entered a distinctly colder phase following the re-election of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in February 2026. But the real shift in bilateral relations...
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urged Canada and Australia to create new coalitions among middle powers, reducing reliance on the US, while addressing challenges in the...
The past three years have been record hot, with 2025 seeing cooling factors like La Niña and fewer wildfires, despite overall global warming trends. Extreme weather...
The potential for the Iran war to escalate globally hinges on regional tensions, international alliances, and the involvement of major powers, raising concerns over broader conflict...
Among ASEAN member states, the Philippines and Indonesia are frequently discussed in tandem. Both are archipelagos with large, diverse populations, experiences of Western colonial rule and...
A political commentator’s suggestion for New Zealand to join Australia highlights evolving global debates since Trump. Middle powers like New Zealand face challenges in cooperating on...
As the Middle East conflict escalates, Russia’s aggression in Ukraine may intensify, bolstered by rising oil prices and shifting dynamics in global energy markets, particularly impacting...
As APEC chair in 2026, China can enhance Asia-Pacific integration by emphasizing services and the digital economy, leveraging cooperation and non-binding guidelines to boost trade and...