Paradigm Shift or ‘Anemic’? Germany’s New National Security Strategy
Berlin’s comprehensive view of security is novel, but it hides the trade-offs inherent to the security, economic, and environmental policy spheres.
Backgrounder: The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act
The EU has taken the global lead on AI regulation with the Artificial Intelligence Act. And if past is precedent, the Act will likely reverberate far beyond Europe’s borders.
Backgrounder: 2023 Manipur Conflict
The conflict in Manipur reflects a volatile confluence of internal and external forces, which together threaten the political and security fabric of northeastern India.
US-China Decoupling: A Double-Edged Sword for South Korea
The South Korean chip industry is caught in the middle of an intensifying US-China trade war.
Critical Minerals: Global Graphite Supply & Demand
As the world accelerates towards a green energy revolution, the demand for graphite, a key component in battery technology, is set to soar exponentially.
Defense Roadmap Carves New Path for US-Indo Ties
Defense industry integration represents the latest frontier of warming US-India ties.
Belt and Road Credit Crunch Casts Shadow on China Lending
Ripple effects from domestic policies and financial challenges are beginning to have an effect on China's bilateral lending practices.
A Middle East BRI? Behind Iraq’s $17 Billion “Development Road”
Iraq is attempting to regain its historical position as a bridge between East and West, but realizing the ambitious vision of the Development Road plan won’t be easy.
Micron Ban Enflames US-China Chip Conflict
China’s recent Micron ban illustrates how the semiconductor industry has become a key battleground in relations between Beijing and Washington, and this is unlikely to change any time soon.
Charting Indonesia’s Post-Jokowi Transition
As the Jokowi era nears an end, Indonesia finds itself at a political and economic crossroads.
