CARHK Perspectives is the principal analytical and commentary platform of the Center for Asian Research, Hong Kong (CARHK).
The series is dedicated to advancing rigorous, policy-oriented research on the geopolitical, economic, and regulatory dynamics shaping Asia’s strategic environment.
As Asia occupies an increasingly central role in global political economy, the region faces intensifying geopolitical competition, structural economic transformation, and evolving governance frameworks.
These developments generate complex policy challenges with implications extending well beyond national borders.
CARHK Perspectives seeks to contribute to informed policy discourse by offering structured analysis grounded in empirical evidence, comparative assessment, and strategic context.
The series emphasizes analytical depth and methodological discipline.
Drawing on Swiss research standards and CARHK’s regional expertise, each contribution integrates geopolitical analysis, policy evaluation, and scenario-based assessment to examine both immediate developments and longer-term structural trends.
Rather than advancing advocacy positions, CARHK Perspectives prioritizes analytical neutrality, clarity of assumptions, and transparency of reasoning.

Research themes addressed within CARHK Perspectives include:

● Regional security architectures and geopolitical risk in Asia
● Energy security, decarbonization strategies, and transition governance
● National economic policy frameworks, industrial strategy, and regulatory evolution
● Trade policy, technology governance, and supply chain restructuring
● Governance of strategic resources, including nuclear energy, rare earths, and critical minerals

CARHK Perspectives is intended for policymakers, academic researchers, institutional analysts, and senior practitioners seeking nuanced interpretation of Asia’s policy landscape. The series aims to bridge academic research and policy application by translating complex analytical findings into structured insights relevant to strategic decision-making.
Through disciplined analysis and contextual interpretation, CARHK Perspectives contributes to a deeper understanding of Asia’s evolving role in the global system and supports more informed policy formulation and strategic planning.