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Coronavirus response sees Australia, Vietnam and Taiwan boosted on Lowy Institute’s Asia Power Index – ABC News
The US remains the most powerful country in Asia but its influence continues to wane, according to the Lowy Institute’s Asia Power Index, which also suggests th…
Australia, Vietnam and Taiwan have seen their power in Asia rise partly due to their handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Key points:
- The Lowy Institute’s third annual Asia Power Index saw Australia overtake South Korea
- India has lost its “major power” status, casting doubt on its ability to rival China for influence in Asia
- The pandemic has wreaked havoc on economies and set many parts of Asia back
That is according to the Lowy Institute’s Asia Power Index …
