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China-UK relations will gradually deteriorate further

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CHINA/UK

China is the United Kingdom’s third-largest trading partner, but political trust between the two is in short supply. The security and prosperity of the United Kingdom depend on…

Israel will balance China ties despite US concerns

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ISRAEL/CHINA

However, as bilateral trade and investment have expanded, notably in the technology sector, so too have security concerns. Washington has successfully blocked Beijing’s…

Progress on EU-Swiss deal remains a distance away

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EU/SWITZERLAND

Political divisions in Switzerland have put the deal on hold. By threatening some of Switzerland's existing privileges, the Commission is seeking to increase the pressure for the…

Tokyo and Washington will step up defence cooperation

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JAPAN/US

Kishida and Biden hailed a historic upgrade in defence ties and announced a record volume of around 70 agreements, spanning various sectors.

Politics undermine Macau’s diversification plans

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MACAU

However, Macau’s economy has become ever more dependent on gambling, and governance has become no more inclusive or consultative. Even mainland China has outpaced Macau in its use…

China-US relations move towards economic 'decoupling'

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CHINA/US

The implications of China-US relations for the technology sector.

London may be reluctant to recognise Brexit trade-offs

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UNITED KINGDOM

Ministers have been anxious to set out their stall, win over domestic opponents and convince EU and UK audiences to advance the Brexit negotiations.

Brexit is already affecting exposed EU countries

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EU

Impact of Brexit on Germany, France, Belgium and the Netherlands.

Iran may prioritise cyber espionage, not attack

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IRAN

Before the US withdrawal from the Iran nuclear agreement, many observers expected Tehran to increase its use of asymmetric capabilities, especially cyber tools, in retaliation…

Taiwan's security depends on more than military power

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TAIWAN

Taiwan's defence policies.