Veerle Nouwens
Executive Director for IISS–Asia. Her expertise lies in Chinese foreign and defense policy, as well as the wider Indo-Pacific defense and security environment.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 26min
IISS Shangri-La Dialogue 2025: Reflections
Meia Nouwens talks with Veerle Nouwens, Executive Director of the IISS Asia, and Morgan Michaels, a Research Fellow on Southeast Asian Security. They delve into pivotal moments from the recent Shangri-La Dialogue, including US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s redefining ambitions for the Indo-Pacific. The trio discusses President Macron’s call for enhanced European-Asian ties and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's plea for global cooperation to maintain international stability. They also highlight security dynamics concerning Pacific Island states and the Myanmar crisis.
Jul 3, 2025 • 48min
Key Takeaways from the 2025 Shangri-La Dialogue: A Conversation with Meia Nouwens and Veerle Nouwens
Meia Nouwens, a Senior Fellow specializing in Chinese security and defense, and Veerle Nouwens, Executive Director for IISS–Asia, delve into insights from the 2025 Shangri-La Dialogue. They discuss the significance of cross-regional security issues and hybrid threats, showcasing President Macron's historic speech emphasizing Europe's role in the Indo-Pacific. The conversation also highlights China's shifting focus from the U.S. to regional partnerships, exploring diverse perceptions of China from other nations, along with U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth's reassurances to allies.
