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ASIA BLOG: How US tariffs are driving Asia closer to itself – and China
What’s striking right now is how ASEAN is operating on two levels. Publicly, it champions inclusivity and dialogue. Privately, it’s hedging harder than ever.
COMMENT: Asian unity in a fragmenting world boosted by the RCEP
In the face of renewed US protectionism and the use of tariffs as economic weapons, RCEP offers the Indo-Pacific region something far more strategic: a framework for resilience, integration and independence.
Pakistan’s power sector in 2025 at a critical juncture
The country recorded notable growth in solar energy deployment and added new renewable capacity, but these gains came against the backdrop of deep-rooted structural challenges
COMMENT: Asia's team lists in the Washington VS Beijing bout
While fewer in number, some Asian nations have displayed clear signs of alignment or strategic proximity to China.
China launches international mediation organisation in Hong Kong
China has launched a new international mediation organisation in Hong Kong on May 30, signed by 31 countries
Combined effort to tackle Asian climate change gaining momentum
Over the past five years Asia has witnessed unprecedented heatwaves, with countries like Bangladesh recording temperatures up to 43.8°C in 2024, leading to nationwide school closures affecting tens of millions of children
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China shifts from global banker to leading debt collector
Once the primary provider of capital across much of the world, Beijing now finds itself at the receiving end of record repayments, particularly from some of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable nations.
COMMENT: How Nepal and Bhutan navigate the India-China rivalry
While New Delhi flexes its military posture to signal resolve both to Beijing and Islamabad, neighbouring microstates like Nepal and Bhutan find themselves compelled to recalibrate their security interests and economic alignments.
BERTRAND: China, leading Asian countries, set up rival to International Court of Justice
China and a group of about 20 other countries (including Indonesia, Pakistan, Algeria and Serbia) are launching this week the "International Organization for Mediation" to rival the International Court of Justice.
Pakistani PM begins Iran visit, focus on border security and regional peace
Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif arrived in Tehran on May 26, as part of a six-day regional tour that also includes Turkey, Azerbaijan and Tajikistan.
Record temperatures around the world – Statista
A heat wave is sweeping across South Asia, with temperatures having reached 44°C in India’s Jaipur and 50°C in Pakistan’s Shaheed Benazirabad in April, Statista reports.
Could BRICS redefine Asia’s power balance?
For Asian countries outside the current BRICS framework, the stakes are high. Membership could mean enhanced access to financial resources, a larger voice in global institutions, and strengthened ties with emerging powers.
India asserts regional air superiority with Operation Sindoor success
Between May 7 and 10 during what it dubbed Operation Sindoor, India executed a swift and precise air campaign against Pakistan, showcasing its advanced indigenous aerial capabilities and shifting regional perceptions of air superiority.
Afghanistan: Grappling with fall-out of dwindling foreign aid
Almost all US assistance terminated.
India denies hitting Pakistani nuclear storage site
Modi said that India's strikes during Operation Sindoor were a message to all terrorists that their actions against India will be punished no matter where they hide.
India releases satellite imagery confirming strikes hit key Pakistani military installations
The strikes were part of India’s Operation Sindoor, which despite a ceasefire agreed with Pakistan remains ongoing. Despite the high stakes environment, officials noted that the night of May 11, 2025, passed without significant Pakistani actions.
COMMENT: Why Asia should not follow the failed European model
Over the past 15 years, Europe’s trade frameworks have faltered, integration has stalled, and a number of its core political and economic ideas have failed under real-world pressure.
Tensions, trade, and the fuel factor—India’s energy supply amid conflict with Pakistan
As India turns Westward for crude, with one eye on Pakistan’s military actions to the Northwest, the LNG picture is less optimistic. The ongoing strain with Pakistan threatens to compromise pipeline logistics and maritime routes of the fuel.
Tensions with India rise again after Pakistan violates ceasefire
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said in a late night briefing, that Indian troops had been instructed to remain on high alert and retaliate decisively against any further aggression.
Trump: India and Pakistan agree to 'full and immediate ceasefire'
The announcement follows a flurry of diplomatic activity involving senior officials from Washington, Islamabad and New Delhi.