Written by Farlina Said
Southeast Asian states aim to uphold the principle of ‘technological neutrality’ which ensures the right to choose technology most appropriate for a specific need. Thus, when oversight initiatives such as the Blue Dot Network or Trump’s Clean Network Initiative are pushed, ASEAN member states can avoid choosing sides or technology.
Read MoreWritten by Aleksandra Gadzala Tirziu
In the case of Didi and China’s wider technological crackdown, it is then ideology, above all else, that is at the centre. Recognising and internalising this fact will help foster a better global understanding of China, and a better ability to anticipate what else is to come.
Read MoreIn Brief with Sorin Ionita
We should start by denying Beijing the propaganda opportunities it craves so much, like the 2022 Olympic games, and press our own companies to adopt a less cynical line when they do business in China — or else leave the place.
Read MoreIn Brief with Michael Reiterer
EU policy on North Korea must balance the commitment to strictly uphold the international rules-based system with the need to adopt flexible diplomacy that will convince Kim Jong-un to move in a positive direction.
Read MoreWritten by Kate Clayton
One of the unexpected side effects of the tariffs is that by diversifying its trade, Australia now has less at stake in maintaining good relations with China. This should see Australia becoming more confident in its China policy.
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