United States (Biden Administration)
In Conversation: Dr Marty Natalegawa on ASEAN
RSIS - APLN Chair Marty Natalegawa was featured on RSIS's In Conversation podcast, where he discussed the challenges and opportunities facing ASEAN with APLN member Sarah Teo.
Can Jake Sullivan’s Visit Mend China-U.S. Relations?
CGTN - APLN member Kishore Mahbubani was interviewed by CGTN on the state of US-China relations.
Why ASEAN Should Not Be a US-China Battleground
BROOKINGS - APLN member Natalie Sambhi argues that the US should respect Southeast Asian states’ sovereignty and interests, rather than viewing the region solely as a site of geopolitical competition.
What the Asia-Pacific Wants From the US-China Relationship
Manpreet Sethi emphasises that regional stability of the Asia-Pacific is deeply connected to the state of the relationship between the United States and China.
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.
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.
‘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.
[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.