Biden Signals Alliance with Japan and Philippines To Counter Provocation in South China Sea President Joe Biden has recently underscored the importance of forming a strategic alliance with Japan and the Philippines to address the ongoing provocations in the South…
Israel and Iran Tensions being Played Down This should be seen as a warning to show that Israel can strike back at a time and place at its choosing. At the same time the Iranians have blamed drones for the…
To Counter China, Japan and US Forging Closer Military Ties The Russian-Ukrain War and aggresive Chinese moves against the Phillipines and Asian Pacific are a reminder that the risk of conflict looms large. The expanding alliance between China, Russia and…
Oil Fundamentals and Geopolitical Risks The energy sector has seen a surge in prices due to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with crude oil futures reaching five-month highs. Despite differing opinions among analysts on the rally being headline-driven…
Economics Plays a Bigger Role in Turkey's Local Elections The recent local elections in Turkey have shown a significant shift in the political landscape, with the opposition breaking through and winning mayoralties in major cities. Istanbul and Ankara were two…
How the Chinese are Pursuing a Dual Approach On the positive side, the agreement to resume military communication was welcome as a way to reduce military accidents that could escalate into war. This happened during the Asian-Pacific Economic Forum in…
The Coming Electric Vehicle (EV) Trade War The electric vehicle (EV) industry is currently at the center stage of the ongoing trade conflict between Europe, the United States, and China. This trade war has significant implications for the global trade…
Is Donald Trump right to criticize Nato Allies over Defense Spending Defense spending plays a significant role in the capabilities and security of Nato Allies. With the aim of strengthening the military capabilities of its members, Nato emphasizes the importance…
What does Indonesia Presidential Election Imply for Future Policy The 2024 Indonesia presidential election was a highly contested race between several prominent candidates. Prabowo Subianto, the former defense minister of President Joko Widodo, claimed victory in a tightly contested presidential…
How a Trump Victory in November could Increase Geopolitical Risk Donald Trump has had a significant impact on global markets and geopolitical risk. Trump's policies, ranging from tariffs to foreign relations, have triggered a series of geopolitical risks that have…