It appears so, but U.S. policy alone is not enough to produce a change—Beijing will have to capitalize on the emerging geopolitical inflection point if it wants to ensure a long-lasting shift.

The sanctions are being lifted in good will, but skepticism remains regarding al-Sharaa’s past links to al-Qaeda and communal massacres against minority groups that have taken place since he came to power.

As the world returns to great power competition, smaller powers like Australia and Canada will need to work together on advancing their shared security interests; particularly with a changing U.S. outlook.

Submarines alone won’t achieve deterrence. Clear objectives are vital—without knowing which actions to prevent, allied efforts risk becoming fragmented and strategically ineffective. Industry requires direction to invest effectively. Cohesion across partners drives strategic impact.

This article discusses the US Secretary of Defense's recent cancellation of the Defense Women, Peace and Security (WPS) program that was previously implemented under the first Trump Administration in 2017. Concerns associated with this decision and the impact to National Security are highlighted.

Fresh violence between India and Pakistan highlights long-standing tensions over Kashmir—fuelled by unresolved historical disputes, shifting control, and ongoing regional instability. In the 1947 partition, Kashmir’s ruler chose to join India without a public vote.

The PM retained power after political defections, but ongoing instability could challenge regional planning ahead of a major international summit. Opposition movement led by former PM Sogavare who switched Government recognition from Taiwan to China.

The South China Sea is a hotly contested area of geopolitical significance. For years, ASEAN and China have been slowly forging a path towards a peaceful resolution, but various issues continue to handicap the process.

After months of negotiation, the United States and Ukraine have struck an economic partnership, intended to open US access to Ukraine’s natural resources—including its critical minerals—while helping to finance Ukraine’s reconstruction.

Trust between civil and military sectors improves national strategy. A clear model that supports national goals, public trust and collaboration across government institutions is needed and must align with political direction. Civil–military relations extend beyond government.