Mongolians will head to the polls in less than a month to vote for a new parliament. buff.ly/3VfjBxR

China’s expansion of the “low-altitude economy” with cutting-edge tech has deep implications for its surveillance capabilities along the disputed border.
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A year ago, a window of opportunity to hold a snap election opened for Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio. Now his continued leadership is in question. buff.ly/4ekvU4y

Indonesia’s President-elect Prabowo Subianto met with the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, during which the pair discussed efforts to establish a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. buff.ly/3VlpVE0

Taiwan heavily relies on thermal power, with all its fuel imported. Facing the potential of a maritime blockade, can Taiwan reduce the vulnerabilities in its power system and establish energy security? buff.ly/3RniRpe

As Li Qiang visits, his chief purpose is to remind Christopher Luxon of just how important China is to New Zealand, both economically and beyond.
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The decisive election of Prabowo Subianto as Indonesia’s president marks a significant development in the Indo-Pacific region – one that might have notable implications for German-Indonesian relations. buff.ly/3Vl453p

It seems unlikely Trump 2.0 would upend security structures in the region. In trade and commerce, however, Trump’s potential return has Asian officials and observers hugely worried.
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French President Emmanuel Macron suspended controversial voting reforms in New Caledonia, following a spate of deadly unrest in the French Pacific territory. buff.ly/45m5Jq2

The hit Indonesian horror film “Vina: Sebelum 7 Hari” drew its inspiration from the real life rape and murder of a 16-year-old girl in 2016, prompting accusations of bad taste. buff.ly/45nS0PG

Three high-profile political court cases threaten to push Thailand into a new cycle of domestic political conflict, and hamstring its economic recovery. buff.ly/4c8p8x4

At a time of growing geopolitical turbulence, Indonesia needs to embrace the notion of a new 'revolution in military affairs.' buff.ly/3VFw13z

Former New Order general Prabowo Subianto, who is set to assume the Indonesian presidency in October, is set to present a stiff test of Germany's values-based foreign policy. buff.ly/3Vl453p

On Tuesday, Indonesia’s President-elect Prabowo Subianto met with the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, during which the pair discussed efforts to establish a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. buff.ly/3VlpVE0

Mongolia hopes to push forward cooperation, even among rival nations, on critical minerals and the green energy transition. buff.ly/3XmTyY5

Kim Jong Un sent Vladimir Putin a message congratulating Russia on its National Day amid reports that the Russian president could visit Pyongyang as soon as next week. buff.ly/4bUTrYt

India has pressed the refresh button on relations with its Indian Ocean island neighbors by inviting their leaders to PM Narendra Modi’s swearing-in. buff.ly/3VGD8bK

India's opposition has alleged that exit polls were used to inflate the share market temporarily. buff.ly/45jz9W3

The World Bank predicts Myanmar's economy to grow by a 'feeble' 1 percent this fiscal year, but even that seems optimistic in the current circumstances. buff.ly/4b18xKo

Reports of arson attacks and the mass displacement of Rohingya civilians in western Myanmar are being used as rhetorical weapons in Myanmar’s civil war. buff.ly/45lk9H6