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The Latest on Southeast Asia: Trump’s Defense Alliances in Southeast Asia

Within the first 30 days of the second Trump administration, the United States has focused on its bilateral defense alliances in Southeast Asia, with U.S. secretary of defense Pete Hegseth holding phone calls with counterpart officials in the Philippines and Thailand. 

Blog Post by Lauren Mai — February 27, 2025

Moving Beyond the Regulation/Deregulation Trap

When it comes to good governance and good business, the regulation/deregulation dichotomy often misleadingly oversimplifies the issue. Innovation frequently thrives in the presence of clear and predictable regulatory frameworks that can both protect investments and serve the public interest.

Blog Post by Julie Heng — February 20, 2025

RAI Explainer: A Brief History of the International IP Regime

The international IP system drives global trade and innovation. The scope and impact of current demands on international cooperation in research and innovation highlight the need for greater clarity on the IP system.

Blog Post by Julie Heng, Arrizka Faida, and Chris Borges — February 13, 2025

Aging: A Strategic Opportunity for the Quad

The Quad must prioritize aging through gerontechnology, eldercare funding, and disaster resilience, ensuring a safer, healthier future for seniors globally.

Blog Post by Sakshi Kataria — February 6, 2025

Quick Take: Quantum Technology Global Competition

A comparison of public funding across countries highlights the intense international competition in quantum technology and the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing technological capabilities.

Blog Post by Sujai Shivakumar, Charles Wessner, and Andreas Schumacher — February 3, 2025

The Latest on Southeast Asia: Rubio and the South China Sea

In his first week on the job, Secretary of State Marco Rubio made maritime security and the South China Sea a central focus of discussions with Quad partners and three Southeast Asian nations.

Blog Post by Lauren Mai and Gregory B. Poling — January 30, 2025

Spotlight - Malaysia: January 16, 2025

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia finds himself navigating choppy waters as his reformist agenda faces mounting challenges.

Blog Post by Sophie Lemière — January 16, 2025