Region
East Asia
Taiwan’s New President-Elect Should Prioritize the Economy
By Huynh Tam Sang
The greatest obstacle for the soon-to-be president of Taiwan is not the China threat, but rather economic concerns, particularly among young people.
Trouble Among Neighbors: Iran, Pakistan, and China’s Offer of Mediation
By Eram Ashraf
China’s interest in mediating between Iran and Pakistan stemmed from both specific concerns and broader foreign policy shifts.
With Global Shipping on the Line, China Says It’s ‘Deeply Concerned’ by Tensions in the Red Sea
By Associated Press
A spokesperson said that China is “deeply concerned about the recent escalation of the Red Sea situation,” but did not mention the Houthis by name.
What the China-Maldives-India Triangle Tells Us About 21st Century Balancing
By Ovigwe Eguegu
Is India really “out” and China “in” for the Maldives? And what does this case tell us about the emerging approach of smaller states in great power competition?
North Korea Appears to Demolish ‘Reunification Arch’ as Kim Jong Un Turns Against Ties With South
By Kim Tong-hyung
The apparent demolition comes less than a month after Kim announced that his country would no longer pursue reconciliation with the South.
Nomin Chinbat on Mongolia and the World Economic Forum
By Bolor Lkhaajav
In an interview with The Diplomat, Mongolia’s culture minister underscores the intersection of the economy and culture.
Guatemala’s Decision: Exploring What China and Taiwan Actually Offer
By Hunter Sosby and Jalen Zeman
Among many important issues, the incoming Arévalo administration is weighing Guatemala’s historical diplomatic recognition of Taiwan with a desire to expand commercial relations with China.
Tensions Set to Rise as North Korea Drops Unification Goal
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Soo Kim.
Taiwan Says 6 Balloons From China Flew Through Its Airspace
By Christopher Bodeen
It’s unclear what the purpose of the balloons is, but the number of such objects passing over or near Taiwan has increased in recent weeks.
Playing the Long Game: Ukraine’s Approach to China
By Rakshith Shetty
Zelenskyy has good reasons for not antagonizing Xi. But given Beijing’s “no-limits partnership” with Moscow, will Ukraine's efforts ever pay off?
Japan’s Aging Population Will Increase Disaster Vulnerability
By Maxime Polleri
As the Noto earthquake showed, the elderly are among the most impacted by natural disasters.
China’s Self-Pitying Empire
By David Hutt
The Chinese film "No More Bets," which details the human cost of Southeast Asia-based cyberscam operations, has become a massive hit on the mainland.