Melbourne Asia Review is a research-based publication of the Asia Institute, University of Melbourne.
Russian and Chinese-led regional security organisations are providing the bulk of governance and order in the absence of the US and its allies.
The relationship is currently at its lowest ebb since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1972, with scope for matters to further deteriorate.
Mutual restraint will be necessary to prevent a continued spiral of tension and increased risk of war.
The rise of China is central to the international relations of the Indo-Pacific. But what if that rise has been overstated?
Jakarta seems to be playing a long game: keeping the great powers from outright conflict while reaping as many benefits as possible.
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