On the 25th anniversary of the Asian financial crisis, is once-saviour China the new worry?
While there is no call to panic, some wariness is warranted in South-east Asia.
Treading softly, together
The looming uncertainty requires countries, including Indonesia, to tread carefully. Peace, rather than war, will at least help us withstand the storm.
The centrality of the East Asia Summit under challenge
For the EAS to remain meaningful, Asean and its partners must work together to create a new sense of trust and confidence building.
Poker, not chess, is the name of the game in the Indo-Pacific
The writer says when Indonesia takes over the rotating Asean chair next year, multipolarity should be top of its agenda.
As borders reopen, groups resuming terror plots pose threat
As the return of international travel is celebrated, it is also important to keep in mind that global terrorist groups have not been idle.
Lessons from Indonesia’s defense cooperation with the UAE
Across the world, rising food prices and reduced purchasing power due to inflationary pressure are worsening food security in many countries.
Unpacking Bangladesh and northeast India’s untapped potential
The writer says that Bangladesh has the potential to be a major partner of India's efforts to increase trade in the region.
Bolster maritime ties in the Indo-Pacific
The Philippines is at a crossroads in its foreign policy, and the Filipinos expect nothing less from Mr. Marcos and his administration.
Stormy G-20 ministers’ meeting casts pall over high-level summit in November
Unlike in previous years, no group photos were taken and no final joint communique was issued, implying no consensus on goals was reached.
Reverberations of the Ukraine war in Asia
Russia’s launch of its powerful military against a weaker nation provides China with a precedent.