Dr William Choong is a Principal Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute and Managing Editor at Fulcrum.
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Sino-Japan Spat: Triple Dilemma Needs Trust-Building ASEAN Response
William Choong|Kei Koga
China has been trying to get Southeast Asian countries to take its side in Beijing’s spat with Japan. ASEAN needs to impress on China that it has a more nuanced view of Japan.
What the Trump-Takaichi Summit Revealed About the US-Japan Alliance
Joanne Lin|William Choong
The US-Japan alliance remains secure, but insecurity is mounting in Asia about the firmness of the US’ commitment to the region.
Should Southeast Asia Pay Attention to ‘Spheres of Influence’?
William Choong|Joanne Lin
What might the implications of the United States’ actions in Venezuela be for Southeast Asian countries?
Takaichi and Taiwan: When Deterrence Looks Like Provocation
William Choong|Kei Koga
Chinese reactions to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae’s comments about Japan's involvement in a Taiwan contingency have an element of political theatre. Beijing is adopting a more sophisticated strategy of isolating Tokyo on the issue.
Ending the Year With a Bang
William Choong
Amid the uncertainty and gloom that pervaded global headlines in 2025, the team at Fulcrum has many things for which to be thankful.