Asia

22 Sep 2026
As Iran is increasingly viewed through the lens of war, nuclear tensions, and geopolitical rivalry, the Japanese anime Jaadugar: A
17 Sep 2026
Indonesia's plan to deepen defence cooperation with China could fast-track its aspirations to modernised its defence capabilities. But unfamiliar systems,
15 Sep 2026
Anwar Ibrahim’s remarks on Taiwan did not alter Malaysia’s One-China policy. But by framing Taiwan through secession and territorial integrity,
09 Sep 2026
As Dhaka signals openness to the new Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan defence pact, this article argues Bangladesh should resist the pull to formalise
02 Sep 2026
Pakistan and Armenia have ended decades of diplomatic estrangement, but normalisation does not equate to strategic realignment. Their emerging relationship
02 Sep 2026
Five years have passed since Australia vacated Kabul when the Taliban retook the capital of Afghanistan. After twenty years’ worth
27 Aug 2026
Sceptics doubt Beijing will part with its J-35 stealth fighter, especially given its own expanding priorities. However that reads the
25 Aug 2026
The recent visit of the Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, to India was the first official visit since assuming office
29 Sep 2025
SYDNEY -- Dr Bryce Wakefield, Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Institute of International Affairs (AIIA), appeared before the Senate
10 Jun 2026
Washington insists that peace in Asia depends on bigger defence budgets and stronger deterrence. But as Southeast Asian delegates whispered
04 Jun 2026
The elevation of bilateral ties between Japan and the Philippines positions Tokyo as Manila’s second-most important defence partner after Washington,
09 Apr 2026
Over the decades, Tokyo has been one of Jakarta’s largest financial partners.  Prabowo’s visit, however, marks the strengthening of a