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The Philippines in 2026: Between Alliance Commitment and Strategic Hedging
By Philip Alegre
Despite holding fast to its alliance with the United States, several recent developments suggest that Manila has not forgotten how to hedge.
Japan, Philippines to Begin Negotiations on Intelligence Sharing Agreement
By Sebastian Strangio
A General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA) is expected to be high on the agenda when President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visits Japan later this week.
Japan’s Frigate Diplomacy — and What It Could Mean for Taiwan
By Ethan Connell and Jonathan Walberg
Can Japan become a second major democratic partner for Taiwan’s defense industry?
Japan Doubles Down on Maritime Security Cooperation
By IIDA Masafumi
A recent visit highlights Tokyo’s seriousness.
Who Are Asia’s Top Arms Exporters?
Asia is already home to two full-fledged arms export powerhouses – but many more countries have high hopes of joining the ranks of the world’s top defense exporters.
South Korea’s Nuclear Submarine Push Is a Test of Non-nuclear Deterrence
By Sang Hun Seok
Can Seoul strengthen deterrence while remaining non-nuclear?
Lesson From the May 2025 India-Pakistan Crisis: No Space for Limited War
By Abdul Moiz Khan and Summar Iqbal Babar
The accelerating movement toward multi-domain non-contact warfare capabilities without any strategic restraint erodes crisis stability in South Asia.
India, China, and Claims over Tawang: Views From a Field Visit to Arunachal Pradesh
By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
In the face of the Chinese irredentist claims over Arunachal, New Delhi has attempted to transform a geopolitically sensitive frontier into a living, breathing part of the Indian nation.
Andhra Pradesh Is Poised to Emerge as a Strong Indian Defense Hub
By Ajai Shukla
Several strategic aerospace and defense projects were initiated recently in this southern Indian state.
India’s Multialignment Test: Everything, Everywhere All at Once
By Shishir Priyadarshi and Monish Tourangbam
The convergence of multiple theaters, crises, and strategic conversations at once makes this perhaps the most consequential test of India’s multialignment strategy.
Why Rafale ICD Access Is Critical for India’s Defense Ambitions
By Anondeeta Chakraborty
India’s push for domestic defense production is running up against suppliers’ reluctance to transfer technology and key data.
What Actually Caused the Latest Submarine Cut Near Taiwan?
By Brian Hioe
A cable linking Matsu Island to Taiwan was severed – again. And again, Chinese vessels were operating in the area.
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