Three years after invading Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin has not achieved his goal of undoing the post-Cold War order.
However, Russia has increased its influence in parts of the Global South and formed alliances with three powers—China, Iran, and North Korea—all of which share its commitment to a “post-Western” order, warns Angela Stent.
Next steps for Ukraine. Support for a 30-day ceasefire emerged from a recent meeting with U.S. and Ukrainian officials in Jeddah, but the respite may be temporary. Thomas Wright emphasizes that the next phase in negotiations should focus on establishing Ukrainian sovereignty and independence.
Engaging Southeast Asia. Speaking before the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission in a hearing on “Crossroads of Competition: China in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands,” Lynn Kuok testifies that "America First" cannot mean "America alone" in the Indo-Pacific.
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