In June 2024, Thailand became the first Southeast Asian country to legalise same-sex marriage. Thailand is a leading producer ...

A second Trump presidency could herald an isolationist shift in US foreign policy, in turn impacting its policies towards Taiwan, but greater isolationism may be inevitable no matter who the next US ...

To capitalise on its potential, India needs to develop a coherent plan that utilises its competitive advantages and is cognisant of its significant constraints.

Women in Bangladesh have shown they are ready to lead, and it’s time for the country to fully embrace their potential.

Recent violence that rocked New Caledonia may have subsided, but with major issues still unresolved, this reprieve may be ...

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's new unification vision offers a bold plan for peace and prosperity, but also risks ...

China is among the most active players in the global push to govern artificial intelligence (AI). Recent years have seen an increase in the number of Chinese nationals in the multilateral ...

In 2023, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines renewed their commitment to maritime security under the Trilateral Cooperative Agreement, established in 2017 to address threats in the Sulu Sea. Known ...

After weeks of violent demonstrations, Bangladesh’s prime minister Sheikh Hasina was forced to abdicate in August 2024, ending 15 years of dominant-party rule. The rollback of democratic institutions, ...

China is experiencing its third deflationary episode of the 21st century due to weak consumer confidence following the global COVID-19 crisis and the ongoing contraction in its property market. Past ...

Media is essential for democracy and development in the Pacific, yet it faces challenges including rapid technological changes, inadequate funding and economic pressures. Australia's Indo-Pacific ...