Myanmar faces a dual crisis of civil war and climate-related disasters, underscoring the urgent need for both governance reform and climate action to prevent further regional destabilization in Southeast Asia. Key takeaways: Myanmar’s civil war and frequent climate disasters have combined to create a severe humanitarian crisis, deepening the country’s fragility and leading to widespread… Continue reading Myanmar’s crisis: the fragility of governance and the urgency of climate action
Hong Kong’s pivot towards Southeast Asia aims to strengthen economic ties and secure the city’s role as a global financial hub amidst rising US-China tensions and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Key takeaways: The escalating geopolitical tension between the US and China, coupled with Hong Kong’s political crackdown, has strained the city’s traditional role as a bridge… Continue reading Hong Kong’s eastward geoeconomic turn
The European Union is concerned about the future of its industrial might as the structure of global supply chains changes. If Europe does not want to be left behind, it needs to actively focus on finding and creating safe shores rather than continue to rely on a changing China or the impossible dream of friend-shoring.… Continue reading European Union searching for a safe shore: catching supply chains moving to ASEAN
While China’s influence in the Myanmar conflict is often in the spotlight, Thailand’s unique and pivotal position in the crisis should not be overlooked. Key takeaways: Thailand remains one of the Myanmar junta’s most crucial allies, providing financial and diplomatic support, but carefully managing its role to avoid damaging its reputation. Bangkok also wields influence… Continue reading A hidden key player? Thailand’s role in the Myanmar crisis
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
