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Beyond great-power rivalry: Why middle powers matter more than ever

As rivalry between major powers intensifies, middle powers are becoming increasingly important in preserving regional stability and sustaining international cooperation. Across Europe and the Indo-Pacific, countries are turning to networks, partnerships and flexible coalitions to protect their interests while maintaining strategic autonomy. Their success may shape the future international order as much as great-power competition… Continue reading Beyond great-power rivalry: Why middle powers matter more than ever

ASEAN-EU at 50: Turning goodwill into strategic tech cooperation

Matej Šimalčík and Filip Šebok argue that as the international order fragments, deeper ASEAN-EU cooperation in critical technologies can turn political goodwill into strategic capital. This can be done by simultaneously advancing mutual economic development and reducing both sides’ external dependencies. Key takeaways: ASEAN–EU relations need to move beyond goodwill towards tangible strategic cooperation. Positive… Continue reading ASEAN-EU at 50: Turning goodwill into strategic tech cooperation

Mapping EU-ASEAN semiconductor cooperation

The semiconductor industry is facing several transformational global trends that are creating new challenges for economies. Rising demand for AI is stimulating global demand for advanced semiconductors, driving economic growth, while increasing geopolitical tensions, conflicting derisking and diversification strategies, export controls, and regulations are complicating the business environment. Both the EU and ASEAN are trying… Continue reading Mapping EU-ASEAN semiconductor cooperation

Europe is increasing its military engagements with ASEAN states

France, Spain, and Italy primarily export naval and air platforms to Southeast Asia, whereas the Visegrád Four, primarily Czechia and Poland, focus on armored vehicles and drones. Key takeaways: Western European states supply Southeast Asia with advanced air and naval platforms, often linked to local industrial participation, while Central European countries concentrate on land systems… Continue reading Europe is increasing its military engagements with ASEAN states

Academic relations between Central Europe and Southeast Asia: Rising mutual interest

Mapping academic ties between Central Europe and Southeast Asia reveals growing, though uneven, links across the region. Key takeaways: Since 1989, research interest in Southeast Asia has expanded from philology and languages, religious studies, and ethnography to virtually all other academic disciplines. Despite growing interest in the region, there is still no dedicated institute for… Continue reading Academic relations between Central Europe and Southeast Asia: Rising mutual interest

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