Chatham House Asia-Pacific Programme
@chasiapacific
We conduct policy-relevant research on key political, economic, social & security issues affecting the Asia-Pacific region.
Many thanks to Dr Shao Yuqun of the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies for joining us last week for a closed-door discussion to reflect on China-US relations, as well as shifting China-US-Taiwan dynamics. Chaired by our Senior Research Fellow Dr Yu Jie.
Chatham House Debate: Is China the primary threat to global stability in the next decade? Join us for a moderated debate examining competing views on China's role in shaping global stability in the years ahead. 📅 21 May ⏰ 17:00-18:00 BST 📍 Chatham House 🔗 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/m...
We were delighted to host General Anil Chauhan, India's Chief of Defence Staff, for a closed-door discussion today to discuss the emerging priorities facing India's Armed Forces in the evolving geopolitical landscape. Chaired by @chietigj.bsky.social.
Despite the Iran War, 'China's focus will remain on its home turf'. Our Senior Research Fellow Yu Jie discuss the implications of the Iran War for Beijing ⬇️ 🔗 youtube.com/shorts/oE9k9iW6DYk?feature=share
Last week, our Senior Research Fellow Yu Jie discussed #USChina relations and the emerging multipolar world order at the 8th International Strategy and Security Forum organised by CISS Tsinghua University. Huge thanks to Prof Da Wei for inviting us.
Huge thanks to Prof. Da Wei of Tsinghua University for joining our closed-door discussion @chathamhouse.org yesterday and sharing his fascinating insights on China-US relations. Chaired by our Senior Research Fellow, Yu Jie.
Bangladesh 2.0: Can the 2026 elections provide democratic renewal? Join our expert panel: 🔹 Shehreen Amin Bhuiyan 🔹 @j-allchin.bsky.social 🔹 Jon Danilowicz 🔹 Chair: @chietigj.bsky.social 📅 10 Feb ⏰ 13:00-14:00 GMT 📍 Online Register here ⬇️ www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/o...
It was great to be back at Japan House last night for our event on Japan's role in the #GlobalSouth. Many thanks to our speakers Rebecca Nadin @odi.global, Ken Jimbo, @chietigj.bsky.social and Ben Bland, and to Japan House London for hosting us!
🚨Last chance to register for tomorrow's event at Japan House London to discuss Japan's role in the #GlobalSouth, with experts Ken Jimbo, Rebecca Nadin, @chietigj.bsky.social and Ben Bland. Register now! ⤵️ www.japanhouselondon.uk/whats-on/the...
It was great to have a full house for yesterday's event with @jkynge.bsky.social, @josephtorigian.bsky.social and Yu Jie, chaired by Ben Bland, to discuss China's vision for a new world order. You can watch the recording here ⤵️ www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...
Bangladesh 2.0: Can the 2026 elections provide democratic renewal? Join our expert panel: 🔹 @j-allchin.bsky.social 🔹 Jon F. Danilowicz 🔹 Chair: @chietigj.bsky.social 📅 Tuesday 10 Feb ⏰ 13:00-14:00 GMT 📍 Online Register here👇 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/o...
How will South Korea navigate its myriad foreign policy challenges under the Lee Jae-myung government? Join our webinar with: 🔹Kuyoun Chung 🔹Edward Howell @chathamhouse.org 🔹Sang-Yoon Ma 🔹Chair: @chietigj.bsky.social 📅11 Dec ⏰09:30 GMT 📍Online Register here! 👇 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/r...
How will South Korea navigate its myriad foreign policy challenges under the Lee Jae-myung government? Join our webinar with: 🔹Kuyoun Chung 🔹Edward Howell @chathamhouse.org 🔹Chair: @chietigj.bsky.social 📅Thurs 11 Dec ⏰09:30-10:30 GMT 📍Online Register here! 👇 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/r...
We were delighted to host Smriti Irani, Cabinet Minister (2014-2024), Government of India, for a closed-door discussion this morning on the state of Indian politics and the role of women. Chaired by @chietigj.bsky.social.
It was our pleasure to host Vikram Misri, Foreign Secretary of India, for a closed-door roundtable today to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing India's foreign policy.
We were delighted to host Dr Yao Xu, Secretary-General of the Center for Global AI Innovative Governance at Fudan University, for a closed-door discussion on China's #AI governance earlier this week.
How could the new Saudi–Pakistan defence pact reshape power dynamics across the #MiddleEast & #SouthAsia? Join our webinar with: 🔹Ambassador Talmiz Ahmad 🔹Farzana Shaikh 🔹Bilal Y. Saab 🔹Chair: @chietigj.bsky.social 📅 30 Oct ⏰ 12:00 GMT 📍 Online 🔗 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/o...
🚨Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar to discuss how #Taiwan and #Europe can work together to manage shared challenges: 🔹Alexander Huang 🔹Yi-Chieh Chen 🔹Ben Bland 🔹Chair: @jkynge.bsky.social 📅 16 Oct ⏰ 09:45 BST 📍 Online 🔗 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/r...
Thank you to @josephtorigian.bsky.social for joining us today for a fascinating discussion on Xi Jinping and the influence of his father, Xi Zhongxun, on his leadership and worldview.
We were delighted to host Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, former Caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan, yesterday for a closed-door discussion on the latest developments and challenges facing Balochistan.
We had a packed audience for today's closed-door launch of our two new papers on the UK's strategy in #China & #IndoPacific. Great to have representation from a wide range of embassies & high commissions. Read the papers here ⬇️ 🔹 chathamhouse.org/2025/07/what... 🔹 chathamhouse.org/2025/07/why-...
🚨 PUBLICATION ALERT 🚨 Why the #IndoPacific should be a higher priority for the UK: Using Britain's alliances and networks for greater impact Read the new paper by @chathamhouse.org experts Ben Bland, @oliviaosullivan.bsky.social & @chietigj.bsky.social here👇 🔗 www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/why-...
Many thanks to @ianjstorey.bsky.social of the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute for joining us today for a closed-door discussion exploring the dynamics of Russia's relationships in #SEAsia.
Join us on Tuesday for an online discussion with @chathamhouse.org's Ben Bland, @oliviaosullivan.bsky.social, @wmatthewschina.bsky.social & @chietigj.bsky.social to discuss what the UK can do to develop a more effective & enduring #IndoPacific policy. Register here👇 chathamhouse.org/events/all/r...
We were delighted to host @lowyinstitute.bsky.social yesterday to discuss the key findings from their forthcoming 2025 Southeast Asia aid map.
Many thanks to @tongzhao.bsky.social of @carnegieendowment.org for joining us this afternoon and sharing his extensive knowledge at a closed-door discussion on China's evolving nuclear doctrine, chaired by our Senior Research Fellow Yu Jie.
🚨PUBLICATION ALERT🚨 What the UK must get right in its China strategy: Resilience, flexibility and autonomy as core principles for engagement Read the new paper by @wmatthewschina.bsky.social here👇 www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/what...
Join our 11 June event with Muhammad Yunus, chaired by @bronwenmaddox.bsky.social, who will discuss efforts to rebuild Bangladesh in the wake of the collapse of the last government, and the challenges and opportunities facing the country. Register 👇 chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...
On Tuesday, South Koreans will vote for a new president 🗳️ Re-watch our webinar where our expert panel discuss the election's likely implications for South Korea's domestic politics and foreign policies towards Japan, DPRK, US & China. 🔗 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/r...
Donald Trump’s second term will open up more space for India & China in the international system. But it will also likely fuel their rivalry as they compete for control of that space, write @chietigj.bsky.social & Yu Jie in their @chathamhouse.org publication. 🔗 chathamhouse.org/2025/04/how-...