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Resource nationalism can impede energy cooperation in Southeast Asia. Asean can use a mix of carrots and sticks to deal with it.
Policy & Finance
Beyond resumption of China-India dialogue, unresolved issues persist
Both Beijing and New Delhi have shown a willingness to re-engage, but they must address critical areas of concern before moving forward.
Climate discourse must connect with jobs, security and everyday life if it is to win public support.
Policy & Finance
Can Europe and China forge a climate connection?
The European Union faces a strategic choice in deciding how to deal with China’s green-tech dominance. Instead of implementing defensive industrial policy, it should try to find common cause with China on clean trade and investment, using its strengths in rulemaking and norm-setting to promote both sides’ economic interests.
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