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Syed Munir Khasru
Professor Syed Munir Khasru is chairman of the international think tank IPAG Asia-Pacific, Australia, with a presence also in Dhaka, Delhi, Dubai, and Vienna. (www.syedmunirkhasru.org)
Professor Syed Munir Khasru is chairman of the international think tank IPAG Asia-Pacific, Australia, with a presence also in Dhaka, Delhi, Dubai, and Vienna. (www.syedmunirkhasru.org)
India is being denied the uncontested dominance it once held. The task ahead is not to restore the old hierarchy but to find a new path.
Just as geopolitical influence in the 20th century often rested on energy markets, so may the 21st century be dominated by infrastructure.
Straits like Hormuz and Malacca are pressure points where commerce and power converge. What once defined success now defines vulnerability.
Beijing’s indirect influence has allowed Islamabad to take advantage of New Delhi’s strategic constraints.
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Even as the US overhauls world trade norms, China’s quiet but influential role in redefining globalisation is impossible to ignore.
For policymakers elsewhere, Canberra’s approach to children’s social media use isn’t a model to copy but one to learn from.
Proven monitoring, policy lessons and the moral weight of the Amazon venue give the Global South a rare convergence of tech capability and political urgency.
Leaders need to develop stronger mechanisms to protect climate policy from political cycles and populist erosion.
The assumption that technology is a neutral force driving shared progress is giving way to a reality of competition and contest.
The recent UN Ocean Conference was a missed opportunity for a region that has the means to save its marine environment, but not the political will.
The India-Pakistan conflict offered China a stage to challenge Western dominance in the arms race.
In recent elections across three continents, Trumpism mainly backfired – but democracies still need to understand why it resonates.
The Trump administration is trying to shift global energy dynamics by ignoring climate change and using US oil and gas as geopolitical tools.
Shift from high-cost exclusivity makes AI potentially a catalyst for global innovation, economic growth and problem-solving.
Unlike Biden’s balanced and careful strategy, Trump will demand results and expect his allies to deliver.
Fears over AI fuelling inequality are well-founded, but the technology can be a force for good with proactive governance and global cooperation.
The stability and prosperity of Asia depends on how regional economic powerhouses navigate complex dynamics while maintaining their autonomy.
It is important to respect children’s right to access information, express themselves and participate in digital culture.
The region’s journey to carbon neutrality highlights both the challenges of moving away from fossil fuels and the great potential for progress.
Amid rising demand for AI and cybersecurity, Southeast Asia’s lower costs, renewable energy and political neutrality are proving attractive.
As Pakistan struggles to keep its military out of politics, the actions of Bangladesh’s army last month point to an alternative approach.
The efforts of the steel industry show that even the most traditional sectors can adapt and thrive in a low-carbon economy.
The timing of Modi’s visit to Moscow offers a window into India’s strategic priorities and diplomatic balancing act
The ‘Act East’ policy needs fine-tuning but is likely to remain a key part of India’s increasingly close ties with Southeast Asian nations.
Incidents along the border, particularly since 2017, have tested the limits of both nations’ strategic patience. But if Modi wins a third term, he may be motivated to seek a thaw and improve his legacy as a statesman.
As Asia looks to the future, the continued growth of green jobs in the energy transition will be a cornerstone for building a more prosperous, resilient and sustainable regional economy which outpaces the progress seen in developed countries.
Palestinian militants have made significant geopolitical strides since the outbreak of war in October. The conflict has posed diplomatic challenges for Israel and triggered hostilities throughout the region.
The country’s powerful army kept Imran Khan out of the ballot but no amount of orchestrations could stop candidates affiliated with the former prime minister from winning the most seats.
Temperatures could continue to set records for years to come as the greenhouse effect is intensified by a robust El Niño releasing heat from the Pacific Ocean.
