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Samuel Ng

Samuel Ng is a Westpac Asian Scholar currently at the National Chengchi University in Taipei, Taiwan undertaking units in Taiwanese international relations and political history. He is in his final year of a dual Bachelor of Laws (Honors) and International Business at the Queensland University of Technology in Australia.
Defense

Revitalising Taiwan’s Defence: Engaging Private Industry for National Security

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Taiwan’s domestic defence industry plays a massive role in national defence, producing innovation after innovation despite international isolation. However, more needs to be done...
Indo-Pacific

Fall and Rebirth of Hong Kong: A Changing Landscape for Asia’s Former World City

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In June 1995, one year ahead of Hong Kong’s transfer of sovereignty to China, Fortune magazine titled its cover story “The Death of Hong...
Indo-Pacific

Taiwan’s Collective Complacency Amid Growing Threats

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In spite of China’s increasing intimidation efforts toward Taiwan, the political leadership and public remain skeptical of the threat posed by Beijing. Taiwan’s political...

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The Heartland vs. the Rimland: Decoding India and China’s Indian Ocean Rivalry

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The Algorithmic Shadow Economy

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AI-Driven Trade Wars: From Semiconductors to Data Sovereignty

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AI-driven trade wars are reshaping power—from chips to data. As nations race for control over semiconductors and digital sovereignty, the real battle is about who defines our shared future.
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India-Afghanistan Trade Relations: Opportunities and Challenges

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India–Afghanistan trade revival: new air links, Chabahar momentum, and tariff cuts open fresh opportunities — but logistics, sanctions, and regional tensions still pose tough challenges to unlocking full potential.

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