Regional Security Tabletop Exercise: Deterring An Inevitable Armed Conflict in the Taiwan Strait OCTOBER 30, 2023-Taipei Against the backdrop of escalating cross-strait tensions, military simulations on the Taiwan Strait crisis are becoming increasingly crucial. The National Chengchi University's Institute of International Relations, in collaboration with the Asia-Pacific Policy Research Association and the Taiwan Center for … Continue reading Press Conference
The Belt and Road Initiative a Decade On
TCSS Security Commentaries #036 Xi’s BRI was marketed to the world as an opportunity to connect the global economy with China at its center. Ten years on, however, the realities of slowing growth at home and an economic downturn internationally mean this vision has had to be recalibrated. Ethan Pooley and Italo M. de Queiroz, … Continue reading The Belt and Road Initiative a Decade On
Putin’s Reset Button: The Belt and Road Initiative Summit
TCSS Security Commentaries #036 Despite the absence of tangible outcomes in China, Putin's visit to Beijing holds significant symbolic value. It underscores that Russia is not isolated on the global stage, despite Western sencions, and highlights the reinforcement of Russian foreign policy in the direction of the Global South. Italo M. de Queiroz, Intern, TCSS. … Continue reading Putin’s Reset Button: The Belt and Road Initiative Summit
The Australian Prime Minister Heads to Beijing
TCSS Security Commentaries #036 Australia and China have entered a new phase after years in the cold. Wheather or not this new level of engagement will define the relationship for the foreseeable future, however, remains to be seen. Elena Collinson, Head of Analysis, UTS:ACRI. Source: La Trobe. After years of rancour, Canberra and Beijing have … Continue reading The Australian Prime Minister Heads to Beijing
Do Nuclear-powered Submarines Undermine the Australian Military’s Makeover?
TCSS Security Commentaries #036 we now know australia's military requires a makeover to respond to the evolving strategic circumstances, but its key aquisition could be holding it back. Ethan Pooley, intern, TCSS. Source: Lowy. Action on the sweeping recommendations made in Australia’s Defence Strategic Review (DSR) – released to the public in April 2023 – … Continue reading Do Nuclear-powered Submarines Undermine the Australian Military’s Makeover?
The US’ Pacific Island Play
TCSS Security Commentaries #036 AMerica has recommitted to engaging with the small island states of the South Pacific. Whilst it has demonstrated it is willing to give salience to their issues, it is clear the US’ driving goal is to counter the strategic gains made by the PRC in the region. for america to successfully … Continue reading The US’ Pacific Island Play
Storm in a Shoal: Philippines and China spar again in the South China Sea
TCSS Security Commentaries #035 Given the deteriorating state of BRP Sierra Madre, the current situation is unsustainable and a new path must soon be forged. President marcos faces challenging times as he will need to navigate between both chinese aggression and a vocal domestic cohort that is looking for him to assert Philippine territorial integrity. … Continue reading Storm in a Shoal: Philippines and China spar again in the South China Sea
How Will the African Union’s Permanent Seat at the G20 Summit Affect Africa’s Issues?
TCSS Security Commentaries #035 Africa can now voice its interests directly to the worlds most influential global actors more often. However, the extent to which this can meaningfully transform Africa’s issues will depend on the real character of the leadership that the Africa union takes to the G20 platform. Nnanna Onuoha Arukwe (PhD), MOFA Fellow, … Continue reading How Will the African Union’s Permanent Seat at the G20 Summit Affect Africa’s Issues?
India’s G-20 Moment: Beyond Inclusion and Consensus
TCSS Security Commentaries #035 india's g20 presidency, peaking with the recent leaders summit and the outcomes that came with it, produced a moment of reckoning for India, placing it in a leveraged position vis-à-vis its domestic and international aspirations. K. Mansi (PhD), MOFA Fellow, TCSS. Medium.com. The 18th edition of the Group of Twenty (G-20) summit … Continue reading India’s G-20 Moment: Beyond Inclusion and Consensus
THE NEW BRICS – Charting the course for a multipolar world
TCSS Security Commentaries #034 The recent BRICS summit assumes heightened geopolitical significance and solidifies China's leadership role within the bloc. The inclusion of six new members, notably encompassing significant Arab nations with abundant energy resources, especially Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, marks a distinct shift away from the traditional sphere of American influence. … Continue reading THE NEW BRICS – Charting the course for a multipolar world
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