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Review of Australia’s China Odyssey: From Euphoria to Fear
In Australia’s China Odyssey: From Euphoria to Fear, James Curran charts Australia's fluctuating policy toward China. Read More
Taking Stock of The U.S.-South Korea Summit
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol’s state visit to the United States involved an impressive range of meetings with a broad range of actors and sectors of U.S. society.
The Washington Declaration: Expanding the Nuclear Dimension of the U.S.-South Korean Alliance Response
The Washington Declaration, issued by presidents Joe Biden and Yoon Suk-yeol, expands nuclear consultations between the United States and South Korea. However, U.S. credibility must prove durable for swift implementation.
Breaking Down the Barriers: A Call to Drop the Forty-Eight Hour PCR Test Requirement for Inbound Travelers to China
China’s maintenance of the forty-eight hour pre-departure PCR testing requirement has been primarily driven by geopolitical considerations rather than public health concerns.
How the Czech Republic Became One of Taiwan’s Closest European Partners and What It Means for EU-China Relations
Since 2018, China-Czech relations have deteriorated as Prague pursues closer relations with Taipei, jeopardizing status quo EU-China relations.
Yoon Is Revitalizing a Seventy-Year-Old Alliance by Taking Political Chances
The upcoming state visit by South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol is likely to elevate and reaffirm the alliance, but it may not provide an immediate political boost to President Yoon.
A G20 for the Masses: Modi Markets Himself to India and the World
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is using India’s G20 presidency as an opportunity to bolster the reputations of both India and his own political party.
The Strategy Behind South Korea’s Bold Diplomatic Realignment
To achieve its goal of being a “global pivotal state,” South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol must maintain domestic political support by managing sensitive bilateral issues with Japan and the United States.
Thailand’s Elections: A Turning Point for the Region
Thailand's upcoming election may see an opposition victory, but the military and monarchy are unlikely to respect the result.
My Interview on Chinese Influence in India and Globally
China has used both soft and sharp power to strengthen its media influence in India and around the globe.
China's Influence on University Campuses
Beijing has increasingly targeted university campuses to wield sharp influence worldwide.
