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Nick McKenzie writes IndoPac briefs on security policy, defense institutions, and strategic competition across the region.
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The Hong Kong government has indicated that it is unlikely to hold a by-election to fill the vacancy left by former lawmaker William Wong Kam-fai’s resignation over his drink-driving and hit-and-run case, citing time constraints and concerns about cost-effectiveness. Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Janice Tse Siu-wa also said on Saturday…
Politics & Governance / Northeast AsiaTaiwan’s diplomatic space is shrinking along a vital Pacific energy route.
Pacific Islands / Northeast Asia / Pacific IslandsFour months out from the critical November midterms, President Donald Trump delivered a primetime address on Thursday night (July 16) attempting to sow doubt about the integrity of US elections, repeating well-worn lies about the 2020 contest that he lost and claiming to have uncovered a sprawling Chinese plot to meddle in the voting process. Trump, who […]…
Politics & Governance / Northeast AsiaThe Department of Foreign Affairs demanded the "immediate takedown” of the AI-generated video, in which the Philippines was depicted as a monkey.
Politics & Governance / Northeast Asia / Southeast AsiaThe revised code will prohibit prosecutors from appealing court orders to initiate retrials in principle, while some exceptions will be allowed on sufficient grounds.
Politics & Governance / Northeast AsiaRatu Tevita Mara, who submitted a proposal to the Constitutional Review Commission this week, also wants a return to the civic name "Fiji Islander".
Diplomacy & Statecraft / Pacific IslandsBeijing is now looking to jostle with the U.S. — the leading AI power — for influence through a new group of nearly 30 countries.
Diplomacy & Statecraft / Northeast AsiaThe Papua New Guinea prime minsiter has announced a cabinet reshuffle, which sees him personally take up the important Correctional Services portfolio.
Politics & Governance / Pacific Islands / Pacific IslandsA recent prison riot at Negombo underscores the need for the government to dismantle drug trafficking networks, contain criminal activity and carry out prison reforms.
Politics & Governance / South AsiaThe visit comes amid a campaign by Naypyidaw to normalize its relations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its member states.
Diplomacy & Statecraft / Southeast AsiaIndonesia’s central government risks incurring public dissatisfaction with its cuts to regional budgets. If left unchecked, the president’s re-election prospects might dim in time.
Economy & Markets / Southeast AsiaNew Zealand’s interest in joining a newly signed defence pact between Australia and Fiji may mark the start of a broader hard security alliance covering the South Pacific, but analysts warn smaller states’ concerns are likely to go unaddressed. The Ocean of Peace Alliance, signed by Australia and Fiji on July 6, binds Canberra and Suva to come to each…
Diplomacy & Statecraft / Pacific Islands / Australia & New Zealand / Pacific Islands