Security & Defense
The PLA, the US Indo-Pacific Command, the Quad, AUKUS and the emerging security architecture of the region.
Taiwan Accelerates Indigenous Missile Buildup as US Arms Reliability Falters
Taiwan plans to stockpile over 1,800 anti-ship missiles by early 2029, including 400 US-made Harpoons and 1,000 domestic Hsiung Feng variant
Why Australia Is Buying Used US Nuclear Submarines: A Stopgap for an Aging Fleet
Australia will buy three used US Virginia-class submarines to bridge a capability gap as its Collins-class fleet ages. The deal is part of A
India's Water Infrastructure Push Threatens South Asia's Fragile Peace
India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and fast-tracked river diversion projects, prompting Pakistan to accuse New Delhi of weaponizing
Russia and Ukraine Escalate Air War: Drone and Missile Strikes Intensify
Russia has launched its largest drone and missile attacks on Ukraine since late 2025, but Ukraine is retaliating with effective strikes on M
Russia's Afghan Engagement Risks Repeating Old Strategic Mistakes
Russia is deepening military and economic cooperation with the Taliban, aiming to fill a geopolitical vacuum and secure trade corridors. How
Israel's Military Expansion Undermines Gaza Peace Plan
Israel has expanded its military control over Gaza to 70%, up from 60%, violating the ceasefire agreement. The peace plan mediated by the US
China's Sailless Submarine Signals New Era of Seabed Warfare
China's new sailless submarine, spotted at Jiangnan Shipyard in Shanghai, features a streamlined hull and X-form rudders for enhanced stealt
US House Votes to Curb Trump's Iran War Powers, Signaling Republican Rift
The US House voted 215-208 to force President Trump to withdraw from the Iran conflict and require congressional approval for future militar
How Gulf States Use Expats to Project Stability Amid Iran Conflict
During US-Israel strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation against Gulf states, Western expats in Dubai and Doha posted messages of safety and
Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Trigger Human Security Crisis Across Asia
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz drive up energy and food prices across Asia, hitting low-income households hardest. International law fo
Strait of Hormuz blockade could last until September, Trump says, as oil supply risks mount
President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz blockade could last until Labor Day, despite his optimism for a deal. Analysts warn that U.
Why Lowering Global Oil Prices Remains an Elusive Goal
Oil prices remain 40% above pre-war levels despite peace talks. Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz and extensive damage to Middle East e