Asia-Pacific RegionalPULSE: 27 FEB 2025
Geopolitical & Security Analysis Regional Report
Report Details
Initial Publish Date
Last Updated: 27 FEB 2025
Report Focus Location: Asia-Pacific
Authors: DP, ZR
Contributors: GSAT
GSAT Lead: MF
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Report Summary
This report presents a thorough examination of the current geopolitical and security environment of the Asia Pacific Region, with an emphasis on developments in Afghanistan, North Korea, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, and Thailand.
Afghanistan remains a hub for terrorist activities, with ISIL-K posing a major transnational threat. In Myanmar, the government is deporting 10,000 individuals involved in cyber scams, highlighting the region’s struggles with organized crime. Meanwhile, tensions in the South China Sea persist, with China intercepting a Philippine patrol plane over disputed waters.
On the economic front, Sri Lanka introduced a new budget aimed at stabilizing growth, while Thailand negotiates to avoid U.S. trade tariffs. The Philippines secured removal from the FATF grey list, improving its investment climate. However, North Korea’s record-breaking $1.5 billion cryptocurrency heist and growing economic volatility pose risks.
Looking ahead, regional stability will depend on diplomatic efforts, economic resilience, and security cooperation, as nations balance growth with escalating geopolitical and security concerns.
