26 Sep 2025 Malaysia’s Royal Rendezvous in Russia: Reasons and Rationale Francis E. Hutchinson|Isabelle Chua The Malaysian King’s visit to Russia makes sense through the lenses of military procurement, foreign policy, and domestic sentiments. Malaysia Malaysian Monarchy Russia
15 Jul 2025 A ‘Reverse Nixon’ Attempt by Trump? A Chinese View Qian Yuming In 1972, US President Nixon forged ties with China to counter the Soviet Union; will – or can – President Trump do the reverse today by aligning with Russia against China? China Russia U.S. U.S. Foreign Policy
22 May 2025 Prime Minister Anwar’s Visit to Russia: Long on Pomp, Short on Outcomes Ian Storey Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent visit to Russia was high on symbolism but low on substance. Foreign Policy Malaysia MH17 Plane Crash Political Islam Russia Trade
17 Apr 2025 Are the Russians Coming to Indonesia? Ian Storey Indonesia has put paid to rumours that Russia is seeking an air base in Papua. Still, Papua’s proximity to the US force presence in Guam and Australia gives Moscow a clear strategic interest in pursuing the idea. Indonesia Indonesia Foreign Policy Indonesia-Russia Relations Russia
14 Mar 2025 Southeast Asia Countries Won’t Let War in Ukraine Affect Ties with Russia Ian Storey President Donald Trump wants to force an end to the Russia-Ukraine war and improve relations with Russia. Many Southeast Asian countries will welcome an end to hostilities, an easing of US-Russia tensions and stronger relations with Moscow. ASEAN-Russia Relations Indonesia-Russia Relations Russia
14 Feb 2025 How A Ceasefire In Ukraine Could Affect Asian Security Daljit Singh A ceasefire in Ukraine could enable Washington to strengthen its deterrence network in the Indo-Pacific. But this depends on whether Trump hews to traditional balance of power considerations. Russia Ukraine US
5 Nov 2024 Why Southeast Asia Should be Concerned about North Korean Troops in Russia Ian Storey The arrival of thousands of North Korean troops in Russia represents a serious escalation of the Russia-Ukraine War. Southeast Asian countries should be concerned. They can take action to enforce the sanctions regime against North Korea. North Korea Russia Southeast Asia Ukraine United Nations
27 Sep 2024 Indonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto’s Visit to Moscow: Laying the Groundwork for Enhanced Ties with Russia Ian Storey Defence Minister and President-elect Prabowo Subianto’s visit to Russia on 31 July 2024 was a signal that his administration intends to pursue a balanced foreign policy vis-à-vis the major powers, and one that envisages a bigger role for Russia. Indonesia Indonesia Foreign Policy Indonesia-Russia Relations Russia Ukraine
12 Sep 2024 Has Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Sold Out Over Ukraine? Ian Storey Anwar Ibrahim does have legitimate reasons to carry out his first-ever visit to Russia. By doing so, however, he leaves himself open to criticism. Malaysia Malaysian Politics Russia Ukraine
12 Sep 2024 An Unbalanced Balancing Act – Anwar Ibrahim’s Foreign Policy Ong Kian Ming The Malaysian Prime Minister’s recent overseas interactions have raised questions about whether he is pursuing a foreign policy strategy in his country’s best interests. China China-Malaysia Relations Malaysia Malaysian Politics Russia Ukraine
