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Thanks to Trump, Xi Has Time on His Side With Taiwan

emactaggart — Wednesday, February 25, 2026 - 15:38

Beijing is less likely to risk an invasion while Trump is facilitating its pressure campaign against Taipei.

Through the Tempest: The Philippines’ Defense Posture in Troubled Waters

emactaggart — Tuesday, November 4, 2025 - 13:59

Domestic challenges threaten to derail the military’s efforts to upgrade its capabilities and reorient itself toward new strategic priorities.

The Pacific Islands Challenge

emactaggart — Monday, November 3, 2025 - 13:35

Making the Most of the Trump-Xi Meeting

pfranz — Wednesday, October 29, 2025 - 18:22

The world will be watching when the leaders of the two foremost global powers confer in South Korea on 30 October. They should use the opportunity to de-escalate the U.S.-China trade standoff, steady bilateral relations and discuss the establishment of a new equilibrium in Asia.

With a Quiet Meeting in Alaska, Washington Tries to Reassure Taipei

pfranz — Friday, September 5, 2025 - 23:51

Crisis Group’s William Yang on reported defence talks between the Trump and Lai administrations last week in Alaska