Eastern Asia & Asia-Pacific
Political and diplomatic processes in the Asia-Pacific region and the strategic priorities of the leading Powers Short description: The review analyzes the key political and diplomatic events in East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region in January-February 2026. The main focus is on China’s diplomatic activity against the background of events in Venezuela, its strategy of
Icebreaker for Coalitions: Shifts in East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region Summary: The article highlights a number of important international events related to East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region, as well as their relations with other states. South Korea’s plans for a test passage of a vessel along the Northern Sea Route and related negotiations
Dynamics of regional security in the Asia-Pacific region: January 2026 Short description: The review analyzes key security trends in East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region in January 2026. The focus is on the implications of the new U.S. defense strategy, the strategic rapprochement between Japan and South Korea, as well as China’s multilevel diplomacy aimed
Nepal, a landlocked mountainous country, faces a significant challenge in its economic development due to its reliance on trade through neighboring countries’ ports. In this context, negotiating transit agreements with India and investing in port infrastructure, such as the establishment of a Nepalese terminal at the port of Kolkata, are vital for economic growth, monetary