Analysis

What are the maritime governance priorities for Singapore? Singapore’s current maritime governance priorities are to enlarge and upgrade its naval capabilities with advanced technologies that will allow for multi-role, multi-mission, cyber defense and drone-operated vessels and to enhance regional-led maritime cooperation such that it can better manage the stresses on today’s strained geopolitical environment.[1] The […]

What are the maritime governance priorities for Malaysia? Malaysia’s approach to maritime governance is underpinned by its 2020 Defence White Paper that envisages Malaysia as a “Maritime Nation with Continental Roots.” The DWP outlines Malaysia’s role as a bridging linchpin between the Asia-Pacific and Indian Ocean regions that cultivates opportunities amid the uncertainties in the […]

What are the maritime governance priorities of the Philippines? The Philippines, an archipelago and developing country, faces multifaceted maritime governance issues. These relate to coastal and marine management, tourism, transport, maritime and territorial disputes, and institutional capacities. Despite introducing the National Marine Policy (NMP), a framework for maritime governance, in 1994, the Philippines has struggled […]

The October 7 Hamas attacks proved devastating for both Israel and ordinary Palestinians. Why did Hamas decide to attack Israel when it did?

This edition of States Weekly covers December 6, 2023.

Saudi Arabia’s critical minerals partnership with African countries is strategic. Saudi Arabia is helping African countries leverage their natural resources for growth and deploying investment capital at a time when the private sector is hesitant.

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) today announced that Clayton Swope has joined CSIS as deputy director of the Aerospace Security Project and senior fellow with the International Security Program.

The Freeman Chair in China Studies and the China Power Project hosted a virtual roundtable discussion on Taiwan's upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections on January 13, 2024.