Publications
The Institute for Security and Development Policy regularly issues a variety of publications ranging from shorter Policy Briefs to more comprehensive studies in its Asia and Silk Road Papers series. Explore the different series below. If you’d like to contribute to our publications, please contact Jagannath Panda, Editor, at jpanda@isdp.eu, and read our submission guidelines.
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The US and EU, and the Emerging Supply Chain Network: Politics, Prospects, and Allies
The Global Supply Chains have evolved from simply logistical achievements to being the bedrock of the global economy. Driven by technological advances and geopolitical shifts, this transformation underscores the critical […]
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The role of the People’s Armed Forces Maritime Militia: Implications for Maritime Security and European interests
With one of the largest fishing industries in the world, China boast around 564,000 vessels accounting for roughly 15 percent of the global fish supply. Despite a significant reduction from […]
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Eco-Economic Balancing Act: The EU’s Approach to the China EV Trade Dispute
The European Commission unveiled in June the long-expected preliminary results from the ongoing anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturers. Applicable from July 5, 2024, a new provisional tariff […]
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Russia-DPRK Partnership: Implications for the West
This issue brief examines the evolving relationship between the DPRK and Russia, particularly since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The partnership has deepened, with North Korea supporting Russia diplomatically […]
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The Climate Crisis in Tibet: The Dalai Lama’s Warning
Earlier this year, at the ninth International Conference of Tibet Support Groups (TSGs) – a political advocacy meeting for raising awareness about Tibetan issues – held in Brussels, with over […]
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Taiwan and International Organizations – Between Security, Cooperation and Identity
International organizations are a historical point of contestation between the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Republic of China (ROC), today commonly known as Taiwan. As of 2024, only […]
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Report of the Webinar on China’s Himalayan Hustle – Part II: Will Eco-Dominance Be China’s New War Front?
This report is an outcome of the webinar titled “China’s Himalayan Hustle – Part II: Will Eco-Dominance Be China’s New War” held on June 18, 2024. Dr. Jagannath Panda moderated […]
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South Korea’s Indo-Pacific Strategy: A Ray of Hope or Losing Steam?
In late July, South Korea signed a memorandum on the Trilateral Security Cooperation Framework (TSCF) with the United States and Japan, a first-of-its-kind agreement that seeks to institutionalize trilateral defense […]
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The Political Gambit in Sports: Taiwan’s Struggles and Opportunities
In the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Taiwanese government is being given the opportunity to use ‘Taiwan’ as its name in the Cultural Olympiad. Taking part in international sports is viewed […]
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China’s Quest for Military Technology through Foreign and Civil Sources: Strategic Trends under Xi Jinping and Tactical Adjustments amid Geopolitical Challenges
Over the past decades, the military capabilities of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) have witnessed remarkable developments. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has transformed from a large yet […]