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Here are just a few of our subscriber-only stories from the first half of June:
Vietnam’s F-16 Gamble
Vietnam is on the brink of acquiring F-16 fighter jets from the US—a potential game-changer that signals a break from its decades-long reliance on Russian arms. Could this bold shift redefine Vietnam’s strategic role in a region increasingly shaped by great-power rivalry?
Cambodia: Epicenter for Cyberscam Fraud
A damning new report reveals that Cambodia has become the epicenter of a multibillion-dollar cybercrime empire, implicating top government officials and linking state power directly to scam syndicates. Could this explosive exposé finally force the international community to confront Southeast Asia’s most dangerous criminal industry?
India's Oil Demand Growth Set to Outpace China’s
China's oil demand is expected to peak within five years, marking the end of its dominance in global energy markets as India rises to take its place as the new driver of oil and gas growth. What will this power shift mean for oil prices, energy geopolitics, and the future of global demand?
Philippines Marks Official End to POGOs
The Philippine Senate has unanimously banned POGOs, closing a dark chapter marked by crime, corruption, and exploitation tied to offshore gaming operations. With billions at stake and syndicates on the move, which country will be the next target of this shadowy industry?
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