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05/05/2025

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi hailed 2025 as a "golden year" for China-Iran ties. But beneath the surface, this partnership lacks genuine strategic depth, constrained by conflicting regional interests and symbolic gestures rather than firm commitments.

✍ Alex Gintz

Editing by: Rachael Rhine Milliard

China and Iran Eye Closer Ties in 2025 — but the Foundation Is Far from Solid

04/04/2025

Yoon Suk Yeol has been removed as President of South Korea following a unanimous ruling by the country's Constitutional Court. A presidential election will be held within the next 60 days.

Yoon is formally dismissed from the office of the presidency following a ruling by the Constitutional Court of Korea.

28/03/2025

In an era of renewed great power competition, the UAE 🇦🇪 has pursued deep economic ties with China 🇨🇳 while relying on the West for its security umbrella.

How sustainable is this balancing act?

✍️ Alex Gintz

Editing by: Rachael Rhine Milliard and Audrey Scott

Increasing Global Tensions Narrow the Window for Strategic Balancing

11/03/2025

Rodrigo Duterte, former President of the Philippines, has been arrested in Manila on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court. Duterte is facing accusations of crimes against humanity related to atrocities committed during his controversial war on drugs.

Rodrigo Duterte, former President of the Philippines, was arrested on Tuesday (March 11) morning while returning to Manila from a trip to Hong Kong, the Presidential Communications Office has confirmed.

15/01/2025

South Korean authorities have taken impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol into custody. He faces charges of abuse of power and sedition stemming from his Dec. 3 declaration of martial law.

South Korea's president faces charges of sedition and abuse of power, among others.

01/01/2025

From political shifts to major economic developments, 2025 is set to be a pivotal year for Asia. The Asia Outlook breaks down the key stories and trends that could define the region, including China's continued economic uncertainty, Japan's enhanced defense budget, the ongoing civil war in Myanmar, international dialogue in Central Asia, and more. Don't miss this comprehensive outlook to stay ahead on the Indo-Pacific's evolving landscape.

Read more here: https://www.theasiacable.com/p/the-asia-outlook-2025

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As the global community steps into 2025, the Indo-Pacific region remains the epicenter of many of the most pressing political developments facing humanity.

03/12/2024

Andrew Gundal chronicles the latest developments in the international relations of Central Asia in this month’s edition of Silk Road Monthly.

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On October 6, the construction of Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant was given the green light after 71% of voters said yes at the nuclear power construction referendum. Four companies from France, South Korea, China and Russia are competing for the contract, with Russia’s Rosatom being hail...

30/10/2024

ICYMI:

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s tenure has been overshadowed by controversies involving the Liberal Democratic Party. Not even a month after taking office, public loss of confidence in the LDP may be spelling an early end to Ishiba’s premiership.

Our latest from Caleb Mills:

Japan’s ruling LDP has been set back by a breakdown in public trust in the party’s integrity.

16/10/2024

Japan's new Prime Minister has formed a conservative-leaning cabinet, signaling a significant shift in the nation's foreign and defense policies. This move marks a potential realignment in Japan's approach to global challenges. The article delves into the implications of these strategic choices

The new prime minister has exercised creative liberty in putting together his cabinet.

09/10/2024

🌏 Silk Road Monthly: September 2024 🌏

Our first edition of Silk Road Monthly by Andrew Gundal details the expanding China-Central Asia ties, covering developments from new infrastructure projects, border crossings, counterterrorism efforts, and security collaborations. Notable highlights include the China-Kyrgyzstan border opening, Kazakhstan’s nuclear referendum, and the rise of Chinese private security in Central Asia.

📰 Read the full roundup here:

China Expands Strategic and Economic Ties with Central Asia Through Growing Infrastructure and Security Collaborations

23/09/2024

The new government of Thailand is coming into form, but as Caleb Mills notes, its lineup of officials evokes memories of a previous administration.

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A tumultuous two-year period in Thai politics is slowly ending, as newly-elected Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced her first major batch of cabinet selections.

15/09/2024

South Korea’s Pension Crisis Explained

With the National Pension Service (NPS) set to run out of funds by 2055, President Yoon Suk Yeol’s new reform plan aims to address this growing crisis. The world's lowest fertility rate and an aging population place immense strain on the system. While Yoon's reform plan is a step in the right direction, political opposition could hinder progress. This challenge is as much about national security as it is about welfare.

Read our latest by Caleb Mills!

Demographic, financial, and political challenges paint a grim picture for the country’s pension system.

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