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Pacific Airwaves – Elections, Alliances, and Agency

John and Andreyka discuss recent elections, shifting foreign policy dynamics, and evolving regional engagement by the United States, Australia, and China.

Podcast Episode by John Augé and Andreyka Natalegawa — June 5, 2026

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Sixteenth Annual South China Sea Conference

This full-day conference will feature keynote addresses and in-depth panel discussions on recent developments in disputed waters and the importance of the 10-year anniversary of the landmark South China Sea arbitration.

Event — July 7, 2026

Southeast Asia Radio

Pacific Airwaves – Elections, Alliances, and Agency

John and Andreyka discuss recent elections, shifting foreign policy dynamics, and evolving regional engagement by the United States, Australia, and China.

Podcast Episode by John Augé and Andreyka Natalegawa — June 5, 2026

CSIS Southeast Asia Radio

The Quad Convenes: Priorities, Partnerships and the Indo-Pacific

The event will feature a panel discussion on the Quad with distinguished participants moderated by Senior Adviser and Chair on India and Emerging Asia Economics, Richard M. Rossow. Speakers include Luke Collin, Principal, The Asia Group, Dr. Nishank Motwani, Vice President at Levenhall.

Event — May 28, 2026

The Asia Chessboard

Grand Strategy Down Under

Mike sits down with Justin Bassi to examine Australia’s latest 2026 National Defence Strategy and what it reveals about Canberra’s evolving strategic outlook.

Podcast Episode by Michael J. Green — May 26, 2026

CSIS The Asia Chess Board
Southeast Asia Radio

Pacific Airwaves – Disruption, Disasters, and Dynamics

John and Monica discuss how the Iran war is affecting the region, recent natural disasters, and domestic political dynamics across the Pacific.

This episode was recorded on April 28, 2026. 

Podcast Episode by John Augé and Monica Sato — April 30, 2026

CSIS Southeast Asia Radio