South China Sea disputes, affordability and political trust help Seoul gain foothold in Southeast Asian arms market, analysts ...

Until recently, the "Asian Century" seemed a compelling narrative but now it is not what it used to be. It was supposed to herald a shift in global economic power from the West to the East, driven by ...

During the pre- and colonial era, the Sea People were not passive victims but active naval forces – strengthening and defending local monarchies (sultanates and kingdoms) in the Sulu Archipelago, ...

This year marks the quincentenary of the publication of First Voyage Around the World, 1519-1522: An Account of Ferdinand ...

In a little over three weeks since US President Donald Trump’s inauguration, Washington has frozen nearly all foreign aid and ...

In a declaration that sounds more like a renewal of a marriage vow than the usual cut-and-dry political statement, the United States likened the Philippines to “an irreplaceable US ally for seven ...

As the West throws up barriers to Chinese goods, they are flowing to emerging markets instead. In the past three years, the ...

Sri Lanka’s new leader must avoid scandals and pursue domestic and foreign policies that centre on improving the island’s ...

Donald Trump’s neglect of Southeast Asia, coupled with controversial foreign policy decisions like his Gaza proposal and the ...

Whilst these overtures are frequently couched in terms of promoting regional stability, the wider implications suggest China’s ambitions to wield hegemonic influence. China’s support for the Myanmar ...

Identify the top three concerns of Singapore and other Southeast Asian countries regarding U.S. leadership in the region ...

Political tensions, unresolved conflicts, and weak regional institutions have hindered South Asia’s integration. Former ambassador Tariq Ahmad Karim’s latest book examines these challenges and offers ...