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South Korea’s industrial ties with Central Europe – The case of defense and electric vehicles

Recent geopolitical and geo-economic developments have fostered greater industrial, military, and diplomatic cooperation between South Korea and the Visegrád 4 countries—Czechia, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia. Two key factors underpin this trend: the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, which has spurred arms purchases and defense manufacturing collaboration with South Korea, and advancements in electric vehicles… Continue reading South Korea’s industrial ties with Central Europe – The case of defense and electric vehicles

Taiwan’s attempts to enact an asylum law: navigating politics, public opinion, and human rights

Taiwan, as a non-United Nations (UN) member, is not a party to the 1951 Refugee Convention—key international treaty that defines who qualifies as a refugee, their rights, and the legal obligations of states to protect them. It also lacks a domestic refugee law. Consequently, individuals seeking protection—whether self-identified refugees or those already recognized by the… Continue reading Taiwan’s attempts to enact an asylum law: navigating politics, public opinion, and human rights

Should Prabowo rethink Indonesia’s Rosatom partnership?

As Indonesia looks to develop its first nuclear power plant in collaboration with Russia’s Rosatom, President Prabowo Subianto faces crucial decisions about the future of this partnership. Key takeaways: Indonesia and Russia are cooperating to develop Indonesia’s first nuclear power plant. Spotty track record and uncertain future of Rosatom are putting the project under question.… Continue reading Should Prabowo rethink Indonesia’s Rosatom partnership?

Central Europe cannot ignore Indo-Pacific tensions

As Asia’s geopolitical and economic influence continues to grow, Central Europe must face the reality that distant conflicts in the Indo-Pacific could have direct consequences on its security and prosperity. From Russia’s partnerships with China and North Korea to growing tensions in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait, the implications for Europe are undeniable.… Continue reading Central Europe cannot ignore Indo-Pacific tensions

Have Sino-Russian energy relations hit a wall?

Deepening Sino-Russian relations have raised concerns that Western interests may face increasing challenges on the international stage. However, with the energy landscape changing, the boundaries of the “no-limits” partnership are being tested. Key takeaways: Where previously, the expansion of energy relations between China and Russia was mutually beneficial, shifting dynamics suggest this trajectory is not… Continue reading Have Sino-Russian energy relations hit a wall?

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South Korea’s industrial ties with Central Europe – The case of defense and electric vehicles

Taiwan’s attempts to enact an asylum law: navigating politics, public opinion, and human rights

Should Prabowo rethink Indonesia’s Rosatom partnership?

Central Europe cannot ignore Indo-Pacific tensions

Have Sino-Russian energy relations hit a wall?

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