By Charlie Stephenson Source: U.S. Embassy in Malaysia Amid constant US–China trade tensions, ASEAN frequently features in the headlines. In April 2025, the 37th US–ASEAN Dialogue reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, while a month later ASEAN met with China and the Gulf Cooperation Council to emphasise expanded trade. With US–China economic friction at its peak, ASEAN’s role is crucial: it is China’s largest trading partner, sits astri

By Jamileh Hargreaves Source: Young Diplomats of Canada An interview with Jaclyn Hiebert, Canadian Youth G7 2025 Delegate, discussing policy decisions that reflect young people’s needs, values and priorities at the G7. Intro: America under President Trump poses the greatest challenge to the rules based post-War era. Other major economies and nations are seeking to manage the consequences of his “America First” agenda...and this became clearly apparent at the Kalanaskis G7. 

By Olesia Hramiak Source: U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre We Will Change or Die This phrase echoed through the recent anti-corruption protests in Ukraine. Despite the ongoing Russian invasion and restrictions on mass gatherings, Ukrainians took to the streets to demand the repeal of Bill No. 12414  — a controversial law that threatened the independence and effectiveness of the country’s anti-corruption institutions.  Corruption remains the second biggest problem for Ukra