Category: Opinion
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Economic Security Comes from Openness in Southeast Asia
| Arrizal Jaknanihan | The world has witnessed the emergence of a geoeconomic order, in which major countries increasingly view economic interdependence as a source of vulnerability rather than strength for economic security. But for Southeast Asia, maintaining openness remains indispensable to economic security. Avoiding isolation from the global economy helps…
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Prabowo’s Active Diplomacy Requires Stronger Institutional Alignment
| Jefferson Ng | Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s first year in office has been marked by an unusually intense amount of diplomatic activity, including 32 foreign visits to 22 countries. With presidential activism dominating the diplomatic stage, there is greater need to align Prabowo’s personal initiatives with Indonesia’s foreign policy machinery. Prabowo…
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Cambodia’s Newest Airport Could Take Off as a Regional Hub
| Marc Pinol Rovira | Techo International Airport (KTI) represents Cambodia’s aspiration to reposition itself within Southeast Asia’s evolving air transport network. The airport is touted as stimulating growth, reinforcing regional integration and supporting Cambodia’s economic diversification. But sustainable connectivity and the growth of Cambodia’s local aviation industry will ultimately depend on how…
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How China and the Gulf States are Shaping Central Asia’s Energy Transition
| Roman Vakulchuk | Kamila Beishembaeva | Since the launch of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2013, China has become one of the largest overseas energy investors. While much of its engagement has traditionally focused on fossil fuels, the post-pandemic years have marked a shift towards renewable energy…
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Donald Trump’s 47th Inaugural Speech: A Vision for Leadership and Peacemaking
[Ethan Oliver Brooks, Shongjog columnist] In his first speech as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump laid out a bold and expansive vision for the nation, one that echoes his commitment to restoring American greatness on the world stage. With a focus on revitalizing the nation’s economy,…
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India-China border accord: Diplomacy amid mistrust
[Raghavendra Sharma, Shongjog columnist] The recent agreement between India and China to de-escalate their border dispute along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in October 2024 is a noteworthy development in the complex tapestry of Asian geopolitics. This cautious détente reflects both countries’ recognition of the urgent need to manage…
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