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Oct 1, 2025

Doing Indo-Pacific Diplomacy: Lessons for Europe from Over Fifty Years of ASEAN-Australia Partnership

In 1974, Australia became the first dialogue partner of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and then the regional grouping’s first Comprehensive Strategic Partner in 2021. This paper explores the key lessons from this history relevant to European diplomats, policy-makers and analysts, with reflections on the creation of a…

Sep 29, 2025

EU’s Role in Strengthening Secondary Powers in the Indo-Pacific Amid US Leadership Uncertainties

The Indo-Pacific region has long been characterized by a delicate balance of power, underpinned by U.S. leadership and a commitment to liberal multilateralism. Following the end of World War II, the United States provided security guarantees, promoted free trade and, helped establish regional institutions that collectively sustained peace and prosperity.…

Sep 29, 2025

Non-Asian Actors of the Asian Century: A Balancing Act Unfolding in the Indo-Pacific

This chapter will delve into the rationale behind the many bilateral and multilateral, often overlapping frameworks among the member states of the Indo-Pacific region, as well as those suggested by supranational bodies. Given the very nature of the Indo-Pacific and its ever-changing definition, the focus is on how the narrative…

Sep 29, 2025

Two Regions, One Order: Framing Strategic Collaboration for a Rules‑Based International System

In recent years, the international liberal order has undergone significant changes. In this context of extreme fluidity and unpredictability, two opposing camps have emerged. The first is led by the current US administration and opts for a “positional grand strategy” focused on deterring China. The other camp, which includes the…

Sep 26, 2025

Iranian experts debate the future of the Iran-China relationship after the Twelve-Day War

Theo Nencini and Veronica Turrini are authors of the issue "Iranian experts debate the future of the Iran-China relationship after the Twelve-Day War" of the ChinaMed Observer.

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