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Asia-Pacific

Biden's vaunted 'allies & partners' have their own ideas

A series of events show how countries like India and Japan may be seeking more independence from the American-led order

Trump shouldn't overestimate US influence on the world stage
Global Crises

Trump shouldn't overestimate US influence on the world stage

A lot has changed since his first term. Let's hope he can recognize that with a better approach this time.

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Asia-Pacific

China-India cool things down. What does it really mean?

The two powers have decided to disengage militarily from their shared border —a first step, some say

​BRICS signals shift from US dominated financial system
Asia-Pacific

​BRICS signals shift from US dominated financial system

The bloc’s annual meeting in Russia this year welcomes new members pushing a wider mission

Where expansion could hit a BRICS wall
Global Crises

Where expansion could hit a BRICS wall

The bigger this 'alternative' coalition becomes, the more apparent its members' divergent interests

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Asia-Pacific

Everyone is 'multi-vectoring' — the US shouldn't be left behind

Regional countries are diversifying their foreign policy portfolios, leaning on Beijing, Moscow, New Delhi, as well as Washington