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Foreign PolicySoutheast Asia caught up in US-China crossfire?
Southeast Asia contemplating on the implications of US-China rivalry for the region at Shangri La Dialogue in Singapore.
By Julia Roknifard -
Foreign Policy
Down with ignorance
What is the meaning of the Al-Quds Day commemorated on the last Friday of Ramadan?
By Julia Roknifard -
Economy and Finance
The US-China trade war: Global responsibility in the age of anger
With no resolution of the US-China trade war on the horizon, smaller economies like Malaysia are still trying to assess its effects for the region.
By Julia Roknifard -
Foreign Policy
Why Japan holds the key in Asia, not China
As Malaysia ages, setting the correct course for us, à la Look East, must start with learning from the pluses and minuses of Japan.
By Rais Hussin -
Foreign Policy
Reasons to be concerned about another escalation around Iran
Rivalry with its neighbours headed by Saudi Arabia is instigated by Israel and ferociously backed by the US.
By Julia Roknifard -
Foreign Policy
Despite FM’s warm reception in Moscow, Russia can’t do much to save JCPOA
Tehran's disappointment with the Europeans leaves Russia as one of Iran's only friends, but there's little Moscow can do to help at this point.
By Julia Roknifard -
Foreign Policy
Time for clarity on Belt and Road Initiative – what’s really in it for Malaysia?
Malaysians are still waiting for a detailed feasibility study of the ECRL.
By Julia Roknifard -
Foreign Policy
Mahathir’s belt and road balancing act confirms Malaysia’s ‘middle power’ ambitions
Some observers suggest Malaysia has plenty of room to move in negotiations with China. In reality, it finds itself in a tight spot with limited options
By Julia Roknifard -
Foreign Policy
Russia sees silver lining in Trump’s IRGC terror designation
Moscow expects little immediate fallout from the US designation for Iran's IRGC, but is worried about its long-term consequences.
By Julia Roknifard -
Foreign Policy
Malaysia-Pakistan ties: Searching for new alliances
Despite different backgrounds, Imran Khan and Mahathir Mohamad find many points of common interest.
By Julia Roknifard
