Asia-Pacific
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Arms Control Challenges in the Asia-Pacific
Adil Sultan explores the escalating arms race in the Asia-Pacific and highlights the need for innovative regional arms control approaches.
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In 2024, Asia’s Domestic Politics Will Decide Its Geopolitics
Huong Le Thu assesses the impact that the numerous elections taking place in the Asia-Pacific this year will have on its geopolitical landscape.
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The Path Forward: What Taiwan's Elections Mean for the Asia-Pacific
Brian Hioe, Russell Hsiao, and Chong Ja Ian weigh in on what the recent elections mean for Taiwan's future, how president-elect Lai might approach the region, and what we can expect from China in the ...
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Asia-Pacific Nuclear Nexus in 2024
Shatabhisha Shetty highlights the growing nuclear risks in 2024 amidst global geopolitical volatility, emphasizing the crucial role of organizations and middle-power countries in fostering inclusive ...
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Malcolm Turnbull in Conversation With Helen Clark
On December 11, APLN member Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, hosted a conversation with 29th Prime Minister of Australia, Malcolm Turnbull.
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The Blue Pacific’s Organically Progressive Strategic Culture
SECURITY CONTEXT - APLN member Van Jackson wrote about the "organically progressive strategic culture" in the Pacific region.
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Umbrella States in the Asia-Pacific: Deterrence Perspectives
On December 6 and 7, SIPRI and SNU hosted a joint workshop on Umbrella States in the Asia-Pacific: Deterrence Perspectives. APLN members and staff gave presentations at the workshop.
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Indonesia Ratifies Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty. Australia Should Too.
THE INTERPRETER - APLN member Marianne Hanson argued that Indonesia’s ratification of the TPNW highlights the need for Australia to follow suit and support the treaty.
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Crisis Avoidance: Preventing Dangerous Maritime Incidents and Unintended Escalation in ...
An APLN-VERTIC feasibility study report summarising the findings of the joint project and discussing confidence and security building options for the future.
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Crisis Avoidance: Preventing Dangerous Maritime Incidents and Unintended Escalation in ...
An APLN-VERTIC feasibility study report summarising the findings of the joint project and discussing confidence and security building options for the future.