Member Activities
Nuclear Stability in the 21st Century
ARI - APLN member Rakesh Sood argues that a doctrinal shift toward no-first-use and the implementation of technical measures for de-alerting can go a long way in mitigating growing nuclear risks.
WIIS-Australia Meet the Expert: Shatabhisha Shetty
WOMEN IN INTERNATIONAL SECURITY - AUSTRALIA - APLN Executive Director Shatabhisha Shetty shared her experiences of working in the international security space.
Asia’s Middle Powers’ Activism a Plus for Regional Stability
ASIA RESEARCH INSTITUTE - APLN member Huong Le Thu points out that middle powers in the Asia-Pacific region are increasingly asserting themselves in international affairs.
Why Political Uncertainty in Sri Lanka May Not Mean It Draws Away From India
THE INDIAN EXPRESS - APLN member Shyam Saran highlights that the new President, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has recognized the importance of India for Sri Lanka’s security and economic development.
‘Quad’ Cements Ties With Coast Guard Patrols Amid China Concerns
THE JAPAN TIMES - APLN member Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan argued that joint patrols are important as they reflect a shift within the Quad toward greater cooperation.
Why US-China Rivalry ‘Impedes’ Global Efforts to Regulate Artificial Intelligence
SCMP - APLN member Tong Zhao commented on China’s decision not to sign an international declaration to keep humans – rather than AI – in control of decision-making regarding nuclear weapons.
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[JPN] Former President Trump’s Racial Prejudice
ASAHI SHIMBUN - APLN member Fujiwara Kiichi commented on the US presidential debate and argued that Trump’s unfounded claims about immigrants contributed to a narrative of exclusion and prejudice.
Quad Leaders Face Pivotal Chance to Renew Relevance Beyond a GINO
THE STRATEGIST - APLN member Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan co-writes a commentary with Justin Bassi on the upcoming Quad leaders meeting.
Independence Too Big a Price for AUKUS Fantasy
THE AUSTRALIAN - APLN member Gareth Evans highlights that the AUKUS submarine deal could have profound negative implications for Australia’s security and sovereignty.
Kim Jong-un Wants Trump to Win? Don’t Be So Sure
HANKYOREH - APLN member Cheong Wook-sik argues that South Korea needs to be thoroughly prepared and emphasise the resumption of bilateral or multilateral dialogue with North Korea.