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Value-driven economic and military decision-making: South Korea’s arms exports to the EU and NATO

Following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, rising strategic uncertainties in Europe have prompted EU and NATO member states to break away from post-Cold War policies that favored maintaining moderate war preparedness. The escalating geopolitical risks have highlighted the urgent need to revamp Europe’s defense industrial base to meet the skyrocketing demand for arms.… Continue reading Value-driven economic and military decision-making: South Korea’s arms exports to the EU and NATO

South Korea’s defence industry finds opportunity in Europe’s insecurity

Rising arms exports and strategic diplomacy could cement South Korea’s role in Europe’s defence sector. Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, South Korea has rapidly emerged as one of the top arms exporters to European countries. If it navigates Europe’s complex political landscape and maintains momentum in defence contracts, it has a unique opportunity to… Continue reading South Korea’s defence industry finds opportunity in Europe’s insecurity

Cybersecurity diplomacy: a potential EU engagement with Indonesia

The EU can be to Indonesia’s cybersecurity preparedness what the United States has been to its maritime security training. Key Takeaways: Indonesia frequently experiences cyberattacks and is still struggling to deal with its cybersecurity challenges, particularly the ones directed at its government institutions. Brussels might have a chance at addressing Indonesia’s president-elect’s open antipathy to… Continue reading Cybersecurity diplomacy: a potential EU engagement with Indonesia

Military reforms in Taiwan: What’s behind the new civilian minister of national defense?

Taiwan’s defense chief, Koo Li-Hsiung, has initiated a series of military reforms aimed at modernizing the defense sector, but these efforts have been hindered by persistent organizational challenges, which are obstructing the full implementation and effectiveness of the proposed changes. Key takeaways: The appointment of a civilian as the minister of national defense signals the… Continue reading Military reforms in Taiwan: What’s behind the new civilian minister of national defense?

How the Philippines exercises unconventional power against China

Despite being a small state with limited military, maritime, and economic capabilities, the Philippines has defied conventional wisdom by demonstrating its ability to stand its ground even when confronted by a great power like China. To resist Chinese aggression in the South China Sea, the Philippines has been exercising three sources of unconventional power: derivative,… Continue reading How the Philippines exercises unconventional power against China

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Value-driven economic and military decision-making: South Korea’s arms exports to the EU and NATO

South Korea’s defence industry finds opportunity in Europe’s insecurity

Cybersecurity diplomacy: a potential EU engagement with Indonesia

Military reforms in Taiwan: What’s behind the new civilian minister of national defense?

How the Philippines exercises unconventional power against China

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