Derek Grossman is a Visiting Senior Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute and Professor of the Practice of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Southern California. He is also Adjunct Senior Fellow with the Indo-Pacific Security Program for the Center for a New American Security (CNAS).
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Articles by Derek Grossman (3)
Trump and Southeast Asia: When Transactionalism Undermines Trust
Derek Grossman
The Trump Administration has broken with the tradition of pursuing its national interests in tandem with an emphasis on alliances and values. Southeast Asian countries will respond accordingly.
What Southeast Asia Should Expect from Trump in 2026
Derek Grossman
Trump chalked up some notable wins in Southeast Asia in 2025. But doubts remain over his approach to the region, given his reciprocal tariffs and trademark unpredictability.
The Trump Administration in Southeast Asia: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Derek Grossman
The Trump administration’s recent overtures to Southeast Asia had some silver linings. But Washington risks long-term harm to its regional reputation with its transactionalism.