northeast Asia
Coverage of northeast Asia in the Nexus archive.
- Will Philippine Sea be the main battlefield for PLA carriers in a Taiwan war?
The Philippine Sea, traditionally a gateway for U.S. and allied forces to Taiwan, may become a critical battleground as the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) deploys carriers east of Taiwan to deter intervention. Experts suggest Beijing aims to use the region to complicate potential U.S. military support for Taiwan.
- Asia Coal Prices Rise to 22-Month High on Indonesia Export Rules
Asia coal prices have reached a 22-month high due to Indonesia's export rules. Demand for coal is projected to increase in the coming months as hotter weather impacts northeast Asia.
- The 4 trilateral frameworks defining northeast Asia’s future
The article discusses how renewed engagement between the US, China, and Russia is reshaping northeast Asia through interconnected strategic issues like Taiwan, Korea, sanctions, and nuclear risks. Three trilateral frameworks are reorganizing the region, merging previously separate geopolitical concerns into a unified strategic dialogue.
- What the War Against Iran Means for the U.S.-South Korean Alliance
South Korea's security extends beyond the Korean peninsula, as demonstrated by the Strait of Hormuz crisis which directly impacts its energy imports and economic stability. The U.S.-South Korean alliance, traditionally focused on deterring North Korea, now must address broader regional security challenges that affect South Korean national resilience.