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China's geospatial ambitions and security concerns
The dual-use nature of geospatial technologies, combined with China's territorial ambitions and military advancements, pose significant challenges for other nations.
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Russia, North Korea and the East Asian Security Order
Putin’s recent visit to North Korea culminated in the signing of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, reflecting closer ties and a paradigm shift in Northeast Asian geopolitics.
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Political Instability Resurfaces Again in Nepal
Nepal, nestled between the two biggest Asian economies—India and China—is again witnessing political uncertainties. The ruling Left Alliance is on the brink of collapse following the withdrawal of support from the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist) (CPN-UML), a key alliance partner in the Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda-led government.
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What next for Iran?
Although Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi’s death leaves the country to face an uncertain future, it would not have any significant short-term impact on Iran’s political stability.
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Xi and a tale of two Europes
European efforts to find a footing in China present opportunities for India.
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Reaffirming Dhaka's centrality in India's Neighbourhood First
The Indian Foreign Secretary’s visit to Bangladesh is timely, as there is a need to re-affirm the India-Bangladesh partnership in the face of China’s deepening footprint in Bangladesh.
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Understanding the South Asian fighters phenomenon in the Russia-Ukraine war
The shortage of manpower in Russia, along with the allure of higher wages and citizenship, continue to serve as pull factors for migrants from South Asia.
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Allies in focus: The US-Japan-Philippines Summit
The recent trilateral summit between Japan, the Philippines and the US reflects the shared interests to improve collective response and self-defence in the region.
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Maritime menace: Resurgence of Somali piracy
The weakened hold of Mogadishu over the federation is fuelling the emergence of Somali piracy.
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A European-Central Asian strategy to counter Russia and China’s influence
By guaranteeing significant investments in new supply chains and tackling poverty in the Central Asian nations, the EU can forge a coherent and mutually beneficial partnership with the region.
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