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Better together
Amid rising global tensions, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is – quietly –becoming more influential than ever before.
Under the influence
Isolationism has taken the shine off the perception of the US. But its foreign policy remains tightly interwoven with much of the world. As a new president takes office, what do its allies want?
Defence
Tension mounts in the South China Sea and why the US "peace dividend" might need redefinition.
Liberty Belle
Deployed far from home, the USS Freedom carries more weight than its size suggests. As the apex of US naval technology, its success will decide the future of American sea power.
Last resort
The southern isle of Hainan is China’s newest tourism hub, thanks to a €381bn revamp. But with new hotels, airports and rail links, could this be a front for covert military operations?
