Abstract It is widely believed that China’s growing links to the global economy are translating into increased Chinese political influence abroad. This article explores this…
Topic: Political Economy
Abstract We compare the prioritized projects of the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity (MPAC) and the Comprehensive Asia Development Plan (CADP) by utilizing the Institute…
Summary Japan is the third-largest economy in the world and a key ally of the United States. Yet the determinants of Japanese security policy are…
Abstract Amid worldwide salutes and suspicion, China’s international strategy took full shape in 2015. While many observers find increasing opportunities in China’s multiple initiatives to…
Abstract The United States has long maintained a significant political, economic and security presence in the Asia–Pacific region and has been a major factor shaping…
Abstract The year 2009 witnessed important initiatives by the United States and China in Southeast Asia. Evidence of some sharpening of Sino-American competition to protect…
Abstract The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the upgrading of India’s erstwhile “Look East Policy” (LEP) to a more action-oriented “Act East” strategy at…
Abstract As the weakest of the major powers in Asia, India is understandably the least consequential for the ordering of Southeast Asian security. Nevertheless, India’s…
Abstract Why did Japan propose the creation of the Asian Monetary Fund (AMF) that intentionally excluded the United States from membership in the middle of…
Abstract Despite growing asymmetry in material capabilities, Russia has not decided to hedge against China. On the contrary, as has been particularly visible in the…
Abstract This article investigates the latest developments and changes in China’s increasingly active diplomacy towards Afghanistan. This is interpreted from two perspectives. First, focusing on…
Abstract China’s domestic politics and foreign policy have evolved considerably under President Xi Jinping. Domestically the regime has actively promoted the idea of the ‘China…
Abstract Critics frequently accuse China of acting as a patron for autocratic states. But does Chinese engagement actually increase the stability of authoritarian clients? This…
Summary Some years ago the Chinese painted a canvas for themselves and made all its colours come true. National income multiplied rapidly over thirty years…
Abstract China’s Eurasian frontiers have emerged as a major factor in Beijing’s foreign policy through President Xi Jinping’s “One Belt, One Road” strategy. The article…
