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Can China-Philippines Tensions Lead to Regional Conflict?
On October 22, 2023, a Chinese Coast Guard vessel collided with a Philippine supply boat during a resupply mission to the Philippine...

Ian Murphy
Oct 30, 2023


A Review of 'Skunk Works' by Ben R. Rich and Leo Janos
Book: Skunk Works: A Personal Memoir of My Years at Lockheed Author: Ben R. Rich and Leo Janos Main topic: The history and successes of...

Ian Murphy
Oct 26, 2023


A Review of 'Chip War' by Chris Miller
Book: Chip War: The Fight for the World's Most Critical Technology Author: Chris Miller Main topic: The global semiconductor industry and...

Ian Murphy
Oct 25, 2023


Taiwan’s Road to CPTPP Membership
Overview & Background There is significant debate surrounding the question of whether Taiwan will be granted access to the Comprehensive...

Tatiana Van den Haute
Oct 21, 2023


Walking the Talk: Germany’s New China Strategy
This past year has been extremely dynamic when it comes to China’s evolving role in the world, as it has become more and more emboldened...

Tatiana Van den Haute
Oct 17, 2023


China’s Looming Brain Drain and Taiwan’s Chance
By Ian Huang and Ian Murphy Job Market in China China reached a record high unemployment rate for youth between the ages of 16 to 24 in...

Ian Huang
Sep 29, 2023


Italy’s Potential ‘Soft Exit’ From the BRI, Reflects China’s Declining Influence
By Tatiana Van den Haute & Ian Murphy China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which has been in play for a decade, stands as a testament...

Tatiana Van den Haute
Sep 24, 2023


‘Partner, Competitor and Systemic Rival’: the Reasoning Behind the EU’s Ambiguous Stance on China
In recent years, the European Union’s relationship with China has grown ever-more complex, as both entities seek to navigate their shared...

Tatiana Van den Haute
Aug 26, 2023


Facing Common Threats: The Camp David Principles and the Path to Peace in the Indo-Pacific
The recent Camp David summit is a significant step in the trilateral US-Japan-South Korea relationship and is a strong reminder of the...

Ian Murphy
Aug 20, 2023


Taiwan’s Contribution: Tackling Climate Change in APEC’s Latest Summit
In this blog, we explore the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) as an intergovernmental forum, established in 1989, that fosters...

Ian Murphy
Aug 1, 2023
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