Search results for: Mark S. Cogan
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The Pendulum Paradox: How China’s Hard Grip Strengthens Taiwan’s Soft Touch
...holds >50% of the global market share. However, its international political situation is precarious, under constant and increasing threat of diplomatic isolation and military intimidation by the hegemonic China. This...
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China’s Pursuit of Food and Energy Security in the Indian Ocean: Consequences for India’s Development
...China and India are still predominantly rising powers. They are strongly inclined to achieve food and energy security, two priority areas for any nation with a vast population. The...
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Taiwan’s 2024 Elections: Perspectives from the Region and Beyond
...The Institute for Security & Development Policy invited a group of international experts to explore the implications of the elections for the region and beyond. The publication covers a...
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The Balance of Power: Taiwan’s TSMC-led Economic Might and Cross-Strait Relations
...stock market. It’s an era where the Taiwanese stock market is not just thriving but soaring, primarily buoyed by the stellar performance of the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). This...
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Issues and Trends in U.S. Presidential Election 2024
...The U.S. presidential election, like national elections in most democracies, is mostly fought and won on domestic issues that have a direct bearing on the day-to-day lives of the...
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The Limitations of India and Russia’s Transactional Relationship
...Since Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, it might seem as though ties between India and Russia have strengthened. While much of the West isolated Russia, India-Russia...
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The Political Split at the Heart of Taiwan’s Struggle against Foreign Disinformation
...Taiwan’s struggle against foreign disinformation and concerns about China’s impact on its 2024 election has received much international attention recently. This issue brief examines the domestic and international politics...
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Japan’s Strategic Messaging for a ‘Free and Open International Order (FOIO)’: Can It Preserve its Indo-Pacific Achievements?
...among nations, the FOIO represents the latest evolution in Japan’s attempt to preserve the existing international order amid the growing challenges posed by China and other authoritarian states. Focusing on...
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Russia-DPRK Relations: Implications for the UNSC’s Mandate
...The burgeoning military cooperation between Russia and the DPRK poses a significant challenge to global security. The simplified characterization of the alleged arms deal as a product of converging...
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Can India Leverage Taiwan’s Lai Moment?
...In late January, at a reception commemorating India’s Republic Day anniversary – marking the day India officially adopted its constitution 75 years ago and became a sovereign republic –...