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BowerGroupAsia Senior Adviser Orlando Oxales urges the Philippines to shut down offshore gaming operators due to their involvement in organized crime, human trafficking and financial fraud. @ManilaStandard https://lnkd.in/gkVCm9EH

#Japan and the United States are teaming up to research #AI-driven cyberattacks, merging #US tech with Japan's cyber incident data. The collaboration is expected to significantly enhance #cybersecurity analytics and defenses. Nikkei Asia https://lnkd.in/dzHMhNQY

BowerGroupAsia Senior Adviser Carl Meacham warns Nicolás Maduro's government in Venezuela about the fragility of authoritarian regimes and the risks of heavy reliance on foreign support, particularly from Russia. The Hill https://lnkd.in/e4mefKyR

Check out BowerGroupAsia Senior Adviser Dr. Thitinan Pongsudhirak’s analysis on Thailand’s political and economic prospects in 2025 under the leadership of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra: https://lnkd.in/exwjJwPm

🏯 In our 2025 inaugural #podcast we welcome 🇺🇸U.S. Ambassador to 🇯🇵#Japan Rahm Emanuel to answer the question, "Why Should We Care About the U.S.-Japan Alliance?" Ambassador Emanuel joins co-hosts James Carouso and Ray Powell to discuss why the alliance is critical to the #security of both nations, and that of a vital but volatile region. In his characteristically forthright style, he explains how the Japan alliance strengthens America's strategic position, especially as it has been increasing its investments in its own defense. Multilateral cooperation among allies--a so-called "latticework--is, he says, an asymmetric advantage for the U.S. to offset an increasingly aggressive but still largely isolated 🇨🇳#China. Turning to #economic issues, the ambassador asserts that #trade imbalances don't tell the whole story, and that Japan is a major investor in the U.S. economy. Moreover, he makes the case that deterring China can't be seen solely in military terms, and we must consider economic statecraft as a key element of strategic power. Ambassador Emanuel talks about the evolution and impact of 2024's two major trilateral summits--one between the U.S., Japan and 🇰🇷#SouthKorea, and the other between the U.S., Japan and the 🇵🇭#Philippines. He explains that Japan has had an important role building regional resilience against coercion and aggression through its #defense and economic cooperation programs. Finally, he explains how he used social media to influence the conversation in East Asia, supporting Japan while calling out China for its malign actions and misleading messages. 📺 Watch the rest of our year-end special on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gQ6GW57f Or listen on your favorite streaming service, such as: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gG49mRqy 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g9PeFpfF 🎧 Amazon Music: https://lnkd.in/gibryvqg You can also e-mail us at indopacificpodcast@gmail.com with your questions and comments! Produced by Ian Ellis-Jones and IEJ Media. Sponsored by BowerGroupAsia, a strategic advisory firm that specializes in the Indo-Pacific. BGA applies unmatched expertise and experience to help clients navigate the world’s most complex and dynamic markets.

We at BowerGroupAsia wish everyone a joyous Christmas filled with love, laughter and cherished moments with family and friends. Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅✨

#Malaysia's ethnic Chinese business community balances economic opportunities with political sensitivities. They face challenges from government policies and societal expectations while striving to maintain their economic influence and cultural identity. Nikkei Asia https://lnkd.in/edvmg9Wh

Need the scoop on #Australia’s News Bargaining Initiative? Check out BowerGroupAsia Managing Director Mick McNeill’s latest #AsiaStreet post: https://lnkd.in/gJNGV9Hu

#China's weaker #economy in 2024 has impacted #Australia's #mining sector. Expecting reduced mining tax revenue, Australia announced an AUD 8.5 billion (US$5.4 billion) cut from its budget estimates. Financial Times https://lnkd.in/ev3Bm8fv

Check out BowerGroupAsia Senior Adviser Benjamin Jensen’s co-authored piece on the strategic calculus of revealing #military capabilities amid rapid technological advancements. Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) https://lnkd.in/euku2-aM #tech