Asia – Pacífico
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A New Supercarrier Emerges: Tracking China’s Fourth Aircraft Carrier
An assessment by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) confirms with near certainty that China is currently constructing its fourth aircraft carrier.
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APEC Ministers Champion Open Trade Amid Global Headwinds
Amidst a complex global landscape characterized by rising protectionism, supply chain vulnerabilities, and the risk of economic fragmentation, trade ministers from the 21 APEC member economies gathered in Suzhou, China,…
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U.S. and Iran Reach Tentative Deal to Extend Ceasefire and Resume Nuclear Talks
Tentative Ceasefire Agreement U.S. and Iranian negotiators reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire in the three-month war by 60 days and begin a new round of talks on…
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What Hegseth’s comments at Shangri-La Dialogue say about US foreign policy
The aggressive and transactional rhetoric used by U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore signals a combative shift in Washington’s Indo-Pacific foreign policy.
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Iran Condemns U.S. Strikes as Ceasefire Negotiations Continue
Iran War and Ceasefire Tensions Iran condemned the latest U.S. strikes in southern Iran as a sign of “bad faith” while negotiations continued toward a possible deal to end the…
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Global Markets Rise as Investors Weigh Fragile U.S.–Iran Truce
Global Markets React to the Truce Global markets advanced as investors looked for signs that the fragile truce between the United States and Iran could be extended. According to Reuters,…
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APEC Sees Moderating Growth Amid Rising Energy Costs and Supply Chain Pressures
The Asia-Pacific region’s economy achieved a solid 3.3 percent growth in 2025, successfully exceeding earlier projections of 3.2 percent. However, recent analysis warns that this momentum is beginning to fade.…
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APEC Regional Cooperation Efforts Focus on Delivering Practical Benefits
Senior officials from the 21 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies convened in Suzhou, China, for the Steering Committee on Economic and Technical Cooperation (SCE) meeting. The gathering focused on…
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2026 APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Joint Statement
APEC trade ministers reaffirmed their commitment to open and rules-based trade during a period marked by economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and rising protectionist pressures. The cooperation was framed as necessary…
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APEC Sees Slower Growth as Energy Costs and Supply Chain Pressures Rise
Slower Growth in the Asia-Pacific The Asia-Pacific region continues to show economic resilience, but growth is expected to slow in the coming years. According to the APEC Policy Support Unit,…
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US-Philippines war games are drawing conflict closer to home
The US-Philippines tactics could we drawing conflict in war games, such as its neighbor China fear its disruption on other countries and Philippines questioning national interest.
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APEC Advances Trade Agenda Ahead of Ministers’ Meeting in Suzhou
APEC economies met in Shanghai this week to advance work on regional trade and investment priorities ahead of the Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting in Suzhou on 22–23 May. The…
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Trump’s Dangerous Taiwan Gamble: A Critical Review
The article “Trump’s dangerous Taiwan gamble,” written by Ryan Hass and published by the Brookings Institution, analyzes the U.S. President’s recent statements following his Beijing summit with Xi Jinping. Although the meeting focused on…
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APEC Sees Moderating Growth Amid Rising Energy Costs and Supply Chain Pressures
The Asia-Pacific region’s economy grew by 3.3 percent in 2025, exceeding previous projections. However, a new report by the APEC Policy Support Unit warns that this economic momentum is now…
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Electronic Waste Could Help Reduce U.S. Dependence on Chinese Critical Minerals
Electronic Waste and Strategic Competition Electronic waste has become an important issue in the strategic rivalry between the United States and China. Rare earth elements are essential for technologies such…
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APEC Strengthens Regional Cooperation in Shanghai Amid Growing Trade Uncertainty
Growing trade uncertainty and shifting geopolitical conditions are placing new pressure on regional cooperation across the Asia-Pacific. In response, representatives from the 21 member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation…
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Crece comercio con Asia: Importaciones desde Taiwán se disparan 400% en un año
Las importaciones mexicanas provenientes de Taiwán registran un aumento de 400 por ciento anual en febrero de 2026, al pasar de 1.5 a 7.5 mil millones de dólares en un…
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Australia and Japan Sign Contracts for $7bn Warships Deal
The Transition from Middle-Power Diplomacy to Hard Power Realism By mid-April 2026, the security partnership between Australia and Japan has transitioned from symbolic joint exercises to a massive integration of…
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North Korea’s Easter Ballistic Launches: Strategic Signaling in a Volatile Pacific
The Transition from Deterrence to Proactive Escalation By April 19, 2026, North Korea’s military posture has transitioned from periodic deterrence displays to a pattern of proactive escalation. The Al Jazeera…
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China Is Planning Decades Ahead on Clean Energy. The U.S. Has Other Priorities.
Council on Foreign Relations. Expert take The China clean energy strategy outlined in its latest Five-Year Plan highlights a long-term national commitment to dominate low-carbon technologies. In contrast, the United…
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Should the US restrict Chinese investment in clean energy?
The urgent need to meet climate goals has placed the United States at a strategic crossroads. Policymakersmust decide whether to restrict Chinese investment in the clean energy sector to protect national security or welcome it to speed up the energy transition. A recentanalysis by the Brookings Institution explores the risks, benefits, and the need for clear “red lines.” Identifying the Core Security Risks The debate is…
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The Electrostate Era: China’s Strategic Leapfrog
The Transition from Oil Dependency to Electrical Sovereignty By mid-April 2026, the global energy landscape has transitioned from a crisis of supply to a crisis of Infrastructure Sovereignty. The CFR…
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Australia’s Energy Scramble: Security Amidst Regional Volatility
The Transition from Export Giant to Domestic Vulnerability By mid-April 2026, Australia has transitioned from its role as a secure global energy exporter to a state of domestic uncertainty. An…
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How Long Will China’s Real Estate Crisis Last?
Brookings. Commentary Podcast The Brookings podcast How Long Will China’s Real Estate Crisis Last? analyzes the scale, causes, and implications of the ongoing China real estate crisis duration. The discussion…
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The U.S.-China Trade Relationship
Council on Foreign Relations. The U.S.-China Trade Relationship: What’s Behind the Competition? The backgrounder The U.S.-China Trade Relationship: What’s Behind the Competition? analyzes the dynamics shaping the U.S.-China trade relationship…
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Taiwan Explained
Council on Foreign Relations. Taiwan Explained: Why China Claims It, and Why the U.S. Is Involved The backgrounder Taiwan Explained: Why China Claims It, and Why the U.S. Is Involved…
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Environmental Sabotage: The Cyanide Allegations at Second Thomas Shoal
The Transition from Maritime Harassment to “Ecological Siege” By April 2026, the long-standing dispute over the Second Thomas Shoal (Ayungin Shoal) has transitioned from water cannon confrontations to accusations of…
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APEC Host Economy Policy Dialogue on Energy Successfully Held in Nanchang, Jiangxi
On March 17, 2026, the city of Nanchang became the center of regional energy strategy as the APEC Host Economy Policy Dialogue on Energy took place. This event served as…
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The 71st APEC Energy Working Group Meeting held in Nanchang
The city of Nanchang recently hosted the 71st APEC Energy Working Group (EWG) Meeting, marking a significant step forward for regional cooperation. During this event, delegates from various member economies…
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What does China want from a Trump-Xi summit?
The upcoming meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping represents a critical turning point for global stability in an increasingly volatile international landscape. According to a recent analysis by the…