China’s critical mineral strategy is often viewed through a geopolitical lens that overstates the risks it poses to global supply chains. While China is a dominant processor, it remains heavily import ...

Thailand’s referendum signals broad support for constitutional change, but election outcomes will likely make progressive ...

The US Supreme Court's strikedown of President Trump's tariffs offers little reprieve for its trading partners, with the ...

Asian countries should overcome the TACO mindset and pursue a proactive trade strategy in response to US tariffs that ...

Chancay Port shows that Belt and Road infrastructure succeeds when it aligns with market demand, but its long-term scale ...

Fresh from joining ASEAN, Timor-Leste faces a defining moment as the shutdown of its main gas field accelerates the push for ...

As quantum technologies reshape maritime security, Southeast Asia’s small navies must prioritise resilience through selective innovation and regional cooperation.

Confrontation, militarisation and US–China rivalry made for choppy waters in the South China Sea in 2025, complicating prospects for an ASEAN–China Code of Conduct.

Anutin Charnvirakul’s election victory sees backroom dealmaking moving from Bangkok suites into the heart of government.

Mongolia’s non-mining economy grew unevenly by 5.3 per cent. Agriculture was the standout contributor, surging by 33.8 per cent due to favourable conditions following the severe 2023–24 winters — ...

Hydrocarbons remained central to the economy, accounting for roughly 45 per cent of GDP in 2025 — and an even more dominant share of government revenue — with natural gas and liquefied natural gas ...

India’s 2025 labour reforms increase flexibility, but without stronger social protection and skills investment they will not deliver sustained manufacturing growth.