If India intends to project a credible and inclusive Indo-Pacific vision, it must prevent ASEAN centrality from becoming a hollow slogan.
If ASEAN cannot act when its own members threaten regional peace, it risks becoming irrelevant.
Selina Ho examines China’s rise, water and rail politics, as well as ASEAN’s resilience — urging a nuanced, cross-disciplinary approach to hegemony and public goods.
ASEAN should develop more robust institutional mechanisms, enhance its strategic autonomy, and engage proactively with external initiatives.
There is a disconnect between ASEAN’s Myanmar priorities and its gender strategy in peace and security governance.
While the idea of the Indo-Pacific has gained traction for thinking about Asia, ASEAN’s commitment to regional multilateralism ensures its relevance as a prime regional convener.
India should work towards greater economic integration within SAARC, emphasizing regional projects and strategic interdependence.
Stéphanie Martel explores the role of multilateral institutions, ASEAN’s aspirations to create a ‘security community’, and Canada’s international role.
Even with the Indo-Pacific’s increasing popularity, the Asia-Pacific concept has not only held its ground, but is here to stay.
Different positions on disputes and the loose structure of the association prevents ASEAN from taking a more assertive stance on issues related to the South China Sea.
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