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?? At Pacific Forum, our team of knowledgeable specialists in defense, economics, cybersecurity, and political affairs in the Indo-Pacific region are well-equipped to provide expert analysis that enriches media discourse and coverage. ?? If you're a journalist seeking an insightful source or commentary on critical regional issues, please reach out. ?? Contact our media team at [email protected] to get started. #Journalists #Media #News #IndoPacific #AsiaPacific #ForeignAffairs #InternationalRelations #ForeignPolicy #Geopolitics #Security #Defense

?? Analyzing #BRICS Challenges Genevieve Donnellon-May, #PacificForum #YoungLeader and Researcher at Oxford Global Society, and Amit Ranjan, Research Fellow at the Institute of South Asian Studies (ISAS-NUS), National University of Singapore, co-authored an article for East Asia Forum titled "Rewind: The political gaps in the BRICS wall." ?? The piece explores challenges facing BRICS as new members—#Egypt, #Ethiopia, #Iran, and the #UAE—join the group. It highlights internal disputes like the #China-#India border conflict, the Egypt-Ethiopia tensions over the #NileRiver dam, and differing political orientations with regard to Western countries, which hinder BRICS’ ability to act cohesively. ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g7W9Earw #Geopolitics #IndoPacific #GlobalOrder

?? #PacNet 88 is now live! Explore "Governance Challenges in Resistance-Controlled Areas Amid Myanmar’s Revolution" by Aung Thura Ko Ko, Resident Vasey Fellow at #PacificForum. This article sheds light on how governance is evolving in areas controlled by resistance forces, offering critical insights into #Myanmar's revolutionary landscape. ?? Don’t miss out—read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gaztUkTh #Governance #IndoPacific #Geopolitics #PoliticalStability

#PacificForum is honored to announce David Nockels, First Assistant Secretary Defence Trade, Regulation and Industrial Collaboration at the Australian Department of Defence, as a speaker at the #HonoluluDefenseForum in February 2025. David brings extensive expertise in Defence Export Controls, Defence Industry Policy, and government engagement with industry innovation. His diverse background includes prior leadership in Defence People Policy, roles in Australia’s Home Affairs overseeing immigration and customs, and strategic consulting in the private sector. His experience in #foreignaffairs also includes diplomatic missions to the #US and #Thailand. We thank our sponsors for supporting #HDF2025, with many more prominent speakers to come. ???More info:?https://lnkd.in/g3f5sSZq ?#AustraliaDefence #DefenseIndustryPolicy #NationalSecurity #DefenseLeadership #IndoPacific Embassy of Australia, United States of America

?? "#Philippines Leverages #Media to Counter #Beijing’s Assertiveness" How is the Philippines fighting back against #China’s actions in the #SouthChinaSea? #PacificForum Senior Adviser Brad Glosserman unpacks #Manila’s strategic use of media in his latest article for The Japan Times. ?? Titled "Philippines Uses the Media Spotlight to Fight Back Against China," the piece examines the strengths and limitations of this approach, especially given Beijing’s resilience to reputational challenges. This analysis underscores the evolving dynamics of regional diplomacy and communication strategies in the #IndoPacific. ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gfjHQG-k

? "#SouthKorea’s Dockyards: Shaping the Future of #Korea-#US #Military Burden-sharing" #PacificForum Fellow, James JB Park, a retired Captain of the #ROK Army, shares critical insights in his latest article for The Diplomat. ?? Titled "South Korea’s Dockyards: A New Factor in Korea-US Military Burden-sharing," the piece examines how South Korea’s advanced dockyard infrastructure serves as a new strategic asset, giving Seoul leverage in military negotiations with the United States. This analysis not only underscores South Korea’s evolving role in #defense strategies but also highlights the broader implications for #regionalsecurity and alliance management. ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gtMHhcEJ #USAlliance #IndoPacific #Geopolitics #KoreaUSRelations

?? "Understanding the #US-#China-#Taiwan #TrilateralRelationship: A Legal and Geopolitical Perspective" Welcome to Part 1 and Part 2 of the Law Seminar on the US, China, and Taiwan, a collaborative initiative between #PacificForum and the University of Hawai'i at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. ??? Featuring distinguished speakers Sam King, Eric Chu, and Prof. Carol Peterson, these sessions dive into the legal and geopolitical complexities of this pivotal trilateral relationship. Topics include: - International law and its implications. - Regional dynamics influencing global stability. - The intersection of law and geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific. ?? Access both sessions here: 1. https://lnkd.in/gXTbnNY4 2. https://lnkd.in/gGV9GNRD #USChinaTaiwan #InternationalLaw #Geopolitics #IndoPacific

Check out my last piece for PacNet! I discuss the growing risk of a Chinese military intervention in Myanmar and what it could look like.

?? "North Korea’s Advancements in Drone Technology: What It Means for Regional Security" In an insightful article by Andrew Salmon for The Washington Times, Alexander Neill, Adjunct Fellow at #PacificForum and a Singapore-based security analyst, provides expert commentary on #NorthKorea’s mass #drone production and #technological campaigns. Neill remarks: "The North Koreans have a proven capability in technological campaigns — not least in their nuclear program but also in terms of cyberattacks and counterfeit currencies. They can quickly ramp up." This development underscores the escalating threats on the #KoreanPeninsula, driven by cost-effective weapons and advanced combat experience. ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gTHe2JBU #RegionalSecurity #IndoPacific #DroneWarfare

Jen Stewart, Executive Vice President for Strategy and Policy at the National Defense Industrial Association - (NDIA), will be a key speaker at the #HonoluluDefenseForum next February. ?? With extensive experience in defense leadership, Jen has served as Chief of Staff to Secretary of Defense Mark Esper, guiding executive operations and advising on critical Department of Defense matters. She also held the role of majority and minority staff director for the House Armed Services Committee, where she led the formulation and passage of the annual defense authorization legislation. We thank our sponsors for their support in making #HDF2025 possible. Stay tuned for more announcements on our distinguished lineup of speakers! ?? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g3f5sSZq #PacificForum #DefenseLeadership #NationalSecurity #IndoPacific #DefensePolicy