In this special report, Junior Research Fellow Andrew Erskine explores how NATO-Japanese relations are key for upholding a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific. In particular, Andrew identifies how Japan, back with NATO’s diplomatic experience, can bring together Indo-Pacific nations that do not desire a bipolar order dominated by Sino-US great power competition.
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The Indo-Pacific Takeaway: How can NATO build up its resiliency to China and a contentious global order
In this article, Junior Research Fellow Andrew Erskine identifies how a contentious Indo-Pacific can strategically maneuver NATO to preserve transatlantic prosperity by renewing its resiliency to Chinese cyber and economic coercion.
The Big Lie: A ‘Military-Industrial’ Complex
Rejecting popular theories, Arjun Singh refutes the existence of a ‘military-industrial complex’ in the United States.
Europe, You’re on Your Own!
Will Trump’s words and Putin’s actions cause Europe to harden defences?
Hague Ruling Collateral
How the courts attempt to reel in a giant have affected Taiwan
Defining Taiwan
An interview with Director-General Catherine Y. M. Hsu of Taipei’s Economic and Cultural Office in Toronto
The Current State of U.S.–Taiwan Military Procurement
David Sutton discusses the complexities of providing military equipment to Taiwan in the face of technological rivalry and political pressure from Beijing.
Flashpoint Taiwan: A Turning Point for Cross-Strait Relations
David Sutton provides an overview of Taiwan’s predicament and the question of its future .
Tsai Ing-wen: the new leader of Taiwan
Umaima Ghori tells about the experiences that made Tsai Ing-wen the leader she is and what we can expect from the first female president of Taiwan.
Strait to the Bank: A Look at the Growing Economic Relationship Between China and Taiwan
On November 7, the world witnessed a historic meeting of minds; Chinese President Xi Jinping and Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeo met publicly in Singapore. This meeting was the first of its kind between both parties since the conclusion of the Chinese Civil War in 1949. For observers, it signified a mutual affirmation of interest towards Read More…










