By Huang Wei
Covers the PLA, the South China Sea, regional defense spending and the emerging security architecture of the Indo-Pacific.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Consolidate Power, Directing Policy from the Shadows
A public reversal by Iran's foreign negotiator reveals the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps now sets the agenda. With the civilian governm
Iran Conflict Prompts Indo-Pacific Nations to Reassess Nuclear Energy and Security Postures
The military campaign against Iran's nuclear facilities offers strategic lessons for Indo-Pacific nations on deterrence and proliferation. T
China's Role Emerges as Key to Reviving Iran Nuclear Deal and Ending Conflict
The potential revival of the Iran nuclear deal now appears contingent on Chinese diplomatic involvement. An updated agreement would need to
Iran Weighs Return to Islamabad Peace Talks Amid US Threats and Regional Economic Fallout
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran may rejoin peace talks with the US in Islamabad, despite accusing Washington of 'unconstruct
Super Typhoon Sinlaku Tests US Commitment in the Northern Marianas
Super Typhoon Sinlaku has caused widespread destruction in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, testing US disaster response. T
Iran Reimposes Strait of Hormuz Restrictions, Accusing US of Maritime Piracy
Iran has reinstated travel restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil chokepoint, accusing the United States of failing to uphold
Australia's 2026 Defense Strategy Criticized as Incremental, Overlooking Regional Shifts
Australia's 2026 National Defence Strategy commits an additional A$53 billion over a decade but is criticized as a minor update to its 2024
AI Acceleration in South Asian Militaries Raises Nuclear Crisis Risks
Artificial intelligence is reshaping military decision-making in South Asia, accelerating targeting and compressing crisis timelines. The 20
Iran's Low-Cost Drones Reshape Precision Warfare Across the Middle East
Iran's low-cost one-way attack drones, like the Shahed-136, are enabling precise mass strikes against US forces and allies. These drones, co
Europe's Strategic Autonomy Ambitions Face Deep Structural Hurdles
The perennial call for a European security pillar separate from NATO faces profound structural challenges, including the unresolved question
Trump Administration's Reported War Preparations Against Cuba Raise Regional Alarm
A USA Today report cites sources stating the Pentagon is preparing for potential military action against Cuba if ordered by President Trump.
Chinese Satellite Data Boosts Iran's Ability to Target US Forces
Iran has reportedly obtained a Chinese-made TEE-01B spy satellite, enhancing its surveillance of US bases. Combined with alleged Russian tar