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Security
Noshki Bus Attack: The Baloch Liberation Army’s Evolving Suicide Attack Strategy
By Mehrzaad Baluch
Days after a major train hijacking, the BLA targeted buses carrying Pakistani security forces. Both attacks highlight the BLA's new strategy of combining suicide attacks with conventional guerrilla warfare.
Cambodia Willing to Use Force to Defend Sovereignty Over Temple, PM Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The disagreement bears a close similarity to the dispute over Preah Vihear temple, which led to armed clashes during 2008-2011.
China Watches, Taiwan Learns: Ukraine’s War and the Indo-Pacific
By Benedetta Girardi, Davis Ellison, and Tim Sweijs
Over the course of a year-long study, we analyzed the campaign in Ukraine, comparing it with Taiwan’s military strategies and defense posture. Here’s what we found.
Afghanistan, Pakistan Point Fingers Over Islamic State Presence
By Sahibzada Muhammad Usman
Each government is attempting to blame the other for the continued activities of ISKP. Meanwhile, the group continues to conduct attacks.
Taiwan Looks to Crack Down on China’s Influence and Espionage Activities
By Brian Hioe
From military espionage to pro-China Taiwanese influencers to local government officials, the Lai Ching-te government is seeking to curb infiltration by Beijing.
India Reiterates Mauritius’ Centrality to Its Indian Ocean Region Strategy
By Sudha Ramachandran
Prime Minister Modi announced India’s new MAHASAGAR policy from Mauritius, just as he had unveiled the SAGAR policy 10 years ago.
Quantum: A New Frontier of China-US Competition
By Brian Moscioni
The U.S. and China find themselves headed for another high-stakes technology competition rooted in fears of being left behind and paranoia.
Uncertainty and Strategic Shifts in Taiwan-US Defense Cooperation Under Trump 2.0
By Hong-Lun Tiunn
U.S. military aid and strategic support for Taiwan are being reshaped. What will that mean for arms sales, military assistance, and strategic commitments?
Atomic Wars: Nuclear Energy Competition in Southeast Asia
By Kaitlyn Flynn
As governments in the region seek to secure their energy futures, nuclear cooperation is emerging as a new front of strategic jockeying.
Jaffar Express Hijacking Exposes Pakistan’s Failing Strategy in Balochistan
By Mehrzaad Baluch
The hijacking of the Jaffar Express signals that the conflict in Balochistan is reaching a dangerous new phase.
The South China Sea: Making the Philippines-US Alliance Work Under Trump 2.0
By Julio Amador III
The most crucial question remains: How to deter China?
Pakistan’s Counterterrorism Capacity Tested as Militants Hijack Train
By Umair Jamal
The hijack shows the capacity of groups like the BLA to not only carry out complex attacks but also engage in disinformation against the state.
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