Author: Pou Sothirak,Eoeng Kanhara

US Presidential Election: Implications for US-Asean Partnership As the US presidential election approaches, the future of the partnership between the US and Asean comes under scrutiny. With geopolitical uncertainties and heightened rivalry with Beijing, the US is keen on reinforcing its regional presence and partnerships. The current Indo-Pacific Strategy is likely to remain the foundation of US regional policy, but there may be a shift towards more direct engagement with Asean and its member states. This pivot aims to solidify the US as a Pacific power and ensure security and stability in the region. During the 2022 US-Asean Summit, Washington…