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The idyllic turquoise waters and vibrant cultures of the Indo-Pacific often mask a harsher reality. This vast region, home to two-thirds of humanity, is increasingly shaped by a confluence of crises. Devastating typhoons in the Philippines, rising sea levels threatening the Pacific Islands, and geopolitical rivalries colliding with humanitarian needs create a complex and precarious landscape for aid delivery. In Dialogue Episode 35, Jonathan Robinson, a seasoned humanitarian adviser and assistant professor at the U.S. Naval War College, joined me to examine this precarious intersection of humanity and geopolitics

South Korea, often hailed as a beacon of democracy in Asia, finds itself navigating a profound political crisis that has raised questions about its democratic stability and governance. The impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol following his December 3rd declaration of martial law has sent shockwaves across the nation and the region. While the swift response from South Korea’s institutions and the public demonstrates the strength of its democratic framework, the crisis also highlights vulnerabilities that demand attention.