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IISS Shangri-La Dialogue 2025: Reflectio...

International Institute for Strategic Studies
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Podcast host Meia Nouwens is joined by IISS experts Veerle Nouwens, Morgan Michaels and Darshana Baruah to reflect on the 22nd IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, which was held on 30 May–1 June 2025. 


Meia, Veerle, Morgan and Darshana discuss key takeaways and topics include: 


  • US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and his landmark speech on the US’ new ambitions for the Indo-Pacific; 
  • President Macron’s proposal for greater European-Asian engagement;
  • Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Bin Ibrahim's call for shared purpose and cooperation in order to prevent further fracturing of the international order and support peace and stability; and
  • how the wider Indo-Pacific dynamics featured in this year’s Shangri-La Dialogue, such as the security priorities of Pacific Island states and the ongoing conflict in Myanmar. 

 

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Date of Recording: 3 June 2025    

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