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The transformation of Arctic security

Russia's war in Ukraine has significantly altered the security landscape in the Arctic, setting the stage for increased militarization and confrontations over energy resources.
October 28, 2024

ASEAN still torn over security challenges

ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, faces significant internal divisions that challenge its effectiveness in addressing regional security concerns.
October 25, 2024

Taiwan considers a Plan B

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te faces complex regional and domestic challenges as he navigates rising tensions with China and strives to consolidate democratic governance.
October 24, 2024

Strategic Posturing: China’s Joint Sword-2024B and Its Impact on Regional Stability

Dryad Global's weekly Maritime Security Threat Analysis is available now. This week our team of analysts focus on the China, Taiwan, South China Sea areas following the start of China's Joint..
October 16, 2024

Where Is The Anti-Piracy Escort Force?: The Crisis In The Red Sea Exposes Chinese Inaction – Analysis

The Red Sea, a vital maritime corridor linking Europe and Asia, has recently faced escalating instability, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions and piracy.
September 17, 2024

An Indian Ocean Strategy Is Key to Prevailing Over China

The United States must develop robust strategies in both the Pacific and Indian Oceans to effectively compete with China, particularly in terms of economic and military influence.
September 16, 2024

Attacks threaten shipping’s destabilisation

A recent report by Elisabeth Braw from the Atlantic Council highlights the escalating threat to global maritime security posed by state-linked aggression, particularly by the Iran-backed Houthi..
September 11, 2024

Situation brief | what's happening in South China Sea ?

The Philippines is escalating its military presence in the South China Sea as tensions with China continue to rise over disputed territories.
September 10, 2024

What attacks on shipping mean for the global maritime order

The landscape of maritime security has shifted dramatically in recent years as traditional protections for merchant vessels are increasingly challenged by non-state actors and geopolitical maneuvers.
September 09, 2024
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Shipping safety has become a casualty of economic sanctions

Economic sanctions, aimed at curbing illegal activities and imposing political consequences, have inadvertently compromised shipping safety, particularly within the "dark fleet"—a clandestine network..
August 14, 2024