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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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The Bottom is Falling out for Myanmar’s Junta
The Myanmar army is experiencing a rapid rise in defections and military losses, posing questions about the continued viability of the junta’s grip on power. Read More
Prime Minister Kishida’s Tour de Force
The highlights from Kishida Fumio's busy week in Washington.
The U.S.-Japan-Philippines Trilateral Was a Success, but Other Southeast Asian States Are Unlikely to Follow
The success of the U.S.-Japan-Philippines trilateral summit underscored the Joe Biden administration’s dedication to building partnerships in the Indo-Pacific, but Southeast Asian nations are less interested.
Myanmar’s Military is Facing Defeat Amid Civil War
Myanmar’s military faced a significant loss in the town of Myawaddy, bordering Thailand, this week.
Vietnamese Politics Tries to Pretend its Placid—But It’s Not
The Vietnamese government tries to project an air of stability and competency, but recent corruption scandals and a looming succession crisis have tarnished the leadership’s image.
U.S.-South Korea Policy Coordination on Supply Chain Resiliency
On November 28, 2023, the Council on Foreign Relations’ program on U.S.-Korea Policy held an in-person workshop on U.S.-South Korea policy coordination toward China on supply chain resiliency.
Is a TikTok Ban Coming?
American lawmakers look increasingly willing to ban the popular app TikTok due to its parent company’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
Four More Things to Expect From a Prabowo Presidency
An anticipated Prabowo presidency poses many questions about Indonesia’s democratic future and global role.
Coordinating U.S.-South Korean Approaches Toward Supply Chain Resiliency
The fifth workshop for the project on Bolstering U.S.-South Korean Cooperation to Meet the China Challenge examined how the United States and South Korea should strengthen policy coordination on supply chain resiliency.
Five Things to Expect from a Prabowo Presidency
Prabowo Subianto was named the winner of the Indonesian presidential election. But it is unclear which version of Prabowo—the more moderate candidate from the campaign trail or the self-styled strongman—will govern Indonesia.
China’s Marriage Rate Bounces Back After Covid—But Only Temporarily
An uptick in the number of new marriages in 2023 is likely a only temporary blip rather than a long-term change from China's steady transition to a rapidly aging society.
