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America’s Blind Spot: How Failing Trade Enforcement Strengthens Beijing

America’s Blind Spot: How Failing Trade Enforcement Strengthens Beijing

By David Rashid
Reported tariff assessments and changing trade patterns from 2018 to today tell a striking story of loopholes and weak enforcement in U.S. tariffs on China.

Beyond the Korean Peninsula: How the South Korea-US Alliance Can Contribute to Regional Security

Beyond the Korean Peninsula: How the South Korea-US Alliance Can Contribute to Regional Security

By Hanbyeol Sohn and Jinki Lee
Even if a strategic and comprehensive alliance can be made a reality, the big question is how to make that happen amid the uncertainty of the Trump era.
On Human Rights, Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Promises More of the Same

On Human Rights, Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Promises More of the Same

By Mu Sochua
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's appointment of two former prime ministers as "special advisors" points to a gap between his words and his actions.

Can Marco Rubio Help Rebuild US Influence in Latin America – and Erode China’s?

Can Marco Rubio Help Rebuild US Influence in Latin America – and Erode China’s?

By Rodrigo Moura
While Rubio’s anti-China rhetoric aligns with Washington’s broader geopolitical goals, the tools at his disposal are insufficient to match Beijing’s economic engagement.

Cambodia’s Proposed Atrocity Denial Law Will Stifle Historical Debate

Cambodia’s Proposed Atrocity Denial Law Will Stifle Historical Debate

By Sebastian Strangio
Under draft legislation announced last week, anyone denying “the truth of the bitter past” could be imprisoned for up to five years.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Forgotten Voices: The Uyghurs Facing Deportation From Thailand to China

Forgotten Voices: The Uyghurs Facing Deportation From Thailand to China

By Abdulhakim Idris
The fate of these 48 men has become a litmus test for human rights in Southeast Asia, with far-reaching implications that extend beyond the borders of Thailand and China. 

Renewed Horizons: Strengthening Central Asia-US Relations under the Trump Administration

Renewed Horizons: Strengthening Central Asia-US Relations under the Trump Administration

By Javlon Vakhabov
As the new administration charts its foreign policy course, a stronger Central Asia-U.S. partnership can serve as a model for mutually beneficial cooperation.
Vietnam: No Country for #MeToo

Vietnam: No Country for #MeToo

By Elaine Pearson
Government connections protect those implicated in sexual violence.

Myanmar’s Resistance Must Be Transparent Regarding ICC Arrest Warrants

Myanmar’s Resistance Must Be Transparent Regarding ICC Arrest Warrants

By Tin Shine Aung
The National Unity Government must be honest with the public about what the recent arrest warrant application does – and does not – entail.

The Mauritius-UK Chagos Agreement Is a Good Deal for the US

The Mauritius-UK Chagos Agreement Is a Good Deal for the US

By Peter Harris
President Trump should not stand in the way of the breakthrough, which benefits all sides. 

The Challenges for BRICS in 2025 Under the Brazilian Presidency

The Challenges for BRICS in 2025 Under the Brazilian Presidency

By Lucas Lima
Brazil takes the helm at a moment when diplomatic pragmatism should take precedence over some of the bloc’s more polarizing initiatives.
Coercion and Criminality: Cambodia’s Dual Threat to Regional and Global Stability

Coercion and Criminality: Cambodia’s Dual Threat to Regional and Global Stability

By Jacob Sims
As the harms of Cambodia's criminalized political economy ripple outward, governments in the region and further afield must move beyond their muted, incoherent response.

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