Workshop II: Enhancing Australia-India Underwater Domain Awareness Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific

The upcoming Second Workshop on Enhancing Australia–India Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) Cooperation in Visakhapatnam will advance outcomes from the inaugural Perth dialogue. Focusing on ASW, UUVs, undersea search and rescue, and capacity building, it strengthens bilateral maritime cooperation under a DFAT-supported initiative by CSDR and the University of Western Australia’s Defence and Security Institute.
Discussion with Mr. HARA Shohei, Senior Vice President (JICA)

The discussion examined India’s foreign and security policy priorities, including China, the US, South Asia, and East Asia, alongside industrial strategies in semiconductors, EVs, and critical minerals. It also reviewed Japan’s Indo-Pacific strategy, $75 billion regional commitment, responses to BRI, and prospects for coordinated ODA, trilateral, and technology partnerships.
Taiwan Beyond Semiconductors: Three Decades of India-Taiwan Relations and Emerging Collaborations

This CSDR report examines three decades of India-Taiwan relations, arguing that despite significant growth from USD 5 billion to over USD 10 billion in bilateral trade, the partnership remains vastly […]
Korea Chair Bulletin: August-September 2025

The Korea Chair Bulletin provides research-driven insights into India-South Korea relations, covering policy shifts, strategic dialogues, and emerging trends. It also highlights key developments and news from the Korean Peninsula.
Taiwan Beyond Semiconductors: Three Decades of India–Taiwan Relations and Emerging Collaborations

We are hosting a panel discussion for the launch of our report, “Taiwan Beyond Semiconductors: Three Decades of India–Taiwan Relations and Emerging Collaborations.” The report reviews the evolution of bilateral ties, highlights established and emerging areas of cooperation, and offers recommendations for unlocking untapped potential in the Indo-Pacific.
The Indo-Pacific at a Crossroads: Taking Stock and Charting Future Trajectories

The workshop examines major shifts in the Indo-Pacific since 2020, focusing on geopolitical realignments, maritime security, economic resilience, climate vulnerability, technological change, and the role of multilateral and minilateral frameworks. It aims to assess challenges and opportunities while outlining strategies for a more resilient and cooperative regional order.