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Mark S. Cogan

@markscogan.bsky.social

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- Associate Professor of Peace & Conflict Studies at Kansai Gaidai University - Senior Associated Research Fellow at @isdp-sweden.bsky.social - Former #UN in SE Asia, Africa, Middle East - #Lakers 🏀, #Yankees ⚾️, #ManchesterCity ⚽️ www.markscogan.com

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 13h

Journalist @tommywalker.bsky.social reflects on his experiences reporting from the Thai-#Cambodia border during heavy fighting, and recalls the experiences of those evacuated to #shelters. Watch the FULL interview at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-ft... #Thailand #evacuation #borderconflict

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ISDP Sweden @isdp-sweden.bsky.social · 15h

The U.S.-Venezuela Oil Deal: A Geopolitical Loss for China:🌐 Christopher Peterstam, Project Manager & Junior Research Fellow, analyzes the Chinese response to the U.S.-Venezuela oil deal and contextualizes how this deal is a geopolitical loss for China: www.isdp.eu/publication/...

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On my YouTube channel: Is #geopolitics destiny or a product of human choice? In a new in-depth interview, Dr. Christopher Ankersen of NYU analyzes the #GlobalRupture, U.S retrenchment, and options facing Asian states in a changing international order. youtu.be/TfL6jD7mXqc

China, the U.S, & Geopolitics after the “Rupture” #China #US #geopolitics

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 20h

I think I now know what it feels like to be a #Trump supporter. Its hard knowing that my favorite football club (@mancity.com) may have committed serious acts of fraud, but I still have to carry on supporting them. #MakeCityGreatAgain? global.espn.com/football/sto...

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Man City guilty of all charges of Premier League financial breaches

Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges of serious breaches of Premier League financial regulations, the Premier League confirmed in a 1,545-word statement Tuesday.

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Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhasan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

"The Board of Peace Is an Abject Failure, and Palestinians Are Paying the Price" It promised to bring ‘everlasting peace’: Gaza was to be rebuilt; military operations halted; ‘full aid’ given... It has failed on every count. From Zeteo UK:

The Board of Peace Is an Abject Failure, and Palestinians Are Paying the Price

It promised to bring ‘everlasting peace’: Gaza was to be rebuilt; military operations halted; ‘full aid’ given; and an International Stabilisation Force set up. It has failed on every count.

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On my YouTube channel: Is #geopolitics destiny or a product of human choice? In a new in-depth interview, Dr. Christopher Ankersen of NYU analyzes the #GlobalRupture, U.S retrenchment, and options facing Asian states in a changing international order. youtu.be/TfL6jD7mXqc

China, the U.S, & Geopolitics after the “Rupture” #China #US #geopolitics

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I'll be a panelist in this Consortium of Indo-Pacific Researchers webinar, "Assessing the #Trump-#Xi Summit and the Future of #US-#China Relations" Will also include Dr. Robert Evan Ellis of the U.S Army War College. Starts at 7:30AM EST on October 2. Join us at: us06web.zoom.us/j/8915216139...

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Did Trump offer to sell U.S weapons to China? #china #trump youtube.com/shorts/gq-E6...

Did Trump offer to sell U.S weapons to China? #china #trump

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Heavy #rain totaling nearly 300 mm in 48 hours triggered severe flooding in #Bangkok, prompting authorities to declare a disaster area. In response, locals turned a shopping plaza in #BangKapi into a floating market using foam boxes and platforms. youtube.com/shorts/vnbQy...

Resilient Thais turn Bangkok streets into floating market #Thailand #Bangkok #floods

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

In my latest for the Geopolitical Monitor, I assess the potential consequences for Southeast Asian countries due to the lack of tangible outcomes out of the #Trump-#Xi Summit held in Washington. #Thailand #Malaysia #Vietnam www.geopoliticalmonitor.com/trump-xi-sum...

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Trump-Xi Summit Sends Mixed Signals to Southeast Asian Countries

The Trump-Xi summit delivered a two-month trade truce and little else. What the thin outcome means for Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

#Trump and #XiJinping concluded their Washington summit without reaching any agreements to curb the growing #AI arms race. Despite warnings of existential risks, the leaders focused on rapport and minor policies, such as extending a trade truce. youtube.com/shorts/l19F8...

Trump-Xi Summit begins on flashy red carpet, but ends with no deal #China #US #Trump #xijinping

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

In my latest for @thediplomat.com, I state the obvious. After #Thailand's Election Commission decision failed to hold colluding senators accountable, independent #institutions in the Kingdom have lost all credibility. thediplomat.com/2026/09/thai...

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Thailand’s Independent Institutions Have Lost All Credibility

The institutions created by the “People’s Constitution” of 1997 have become tools of the country’s political and economic elite.

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

In this clip, @samyiphk.bsky.social discusses #Japan's Permanent Residency requirements for foreign residents. I spoke with the #HongKong activist and academic about income thresholds that create uncertainty for #foreignworkers. Watch the full interview at: youtu.be/ovyKds7DUSQ

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

On my #YouTube Channel: Reflecting on his reporting on the #Thailand-#Cambodia conflict, @tommywalker.bsky.social, a Bangkok-based foreign correspondent talks seeing eerie, abandoned border towns amid periods of violent conflict. Watch the full interview at: youtu.be/6-ftpaq2Kqg

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

With the world focused on the UN General Assembly, Matthew Knott and Rob Harris of @sydmorningherald.bsky.social considered the "legacy" of Antonio Guterres and the future of the UN. I was asked for comment. PS: I've been one of the SG's toughest critics. www.smh.com.au/world/north-...

Ignored, mocked, harangued – what’s the point of the UN any more?

As António Guterres prepares to step down from the UN’s top job, his critics call him a placeholder for a dying institution. Why is Australia fighting so hard for a seat at the table?

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

On my YT channel: @tommywalker.bsky.social recounts his coverage of the #Thai–#Cambodia border conflict, including deserted towns, crowded evacuation centers, and the challenge of reporting near the fighting. We also discuss #tourism competition in Southeast Asia. youtu.be/6-ftpaq2Kqg

The Thai-Cambodia conflict and tourism competition in Southeast Asia #Thailand #tourism

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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ISDP Sweden @isdp-sweden.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

What Does the #CISPA Case Tell Us About Research Security and Cooperation with #China? An Interview with Dr. Alicia Hennig: www.isdp.eu/publication/...

What Does the CISPA Case Tell Us About Research Security and Cooperation with China? An Interview with Dr. Alicia Hennig - Institute for Security and Development Policy

Alicia Hennig discusses what the CISPA case tells about patterns of research cooperation with China & how its higher education has evolved.

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

In this viral clip, senior officials from #China look on as staff make adjustments to the red carpet are made for President #XiJinping ahead of his meeting with #Trump. youtube.com/shorts/UhbzB...

Chinese staff crawl to dust off red carpet ahead of Xi’s meeting with Trump #China #Trump #Xi

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

In her address to the UN General Assembly, #Japan PM Sanae Takaichi called for sweeping UN reforms, including to that of the Security Council to address its current paralysis, She affirmed Japan's support for the #ICC, diverging from #Trump. youtube.com/shorts/tMYV_...

Japan’s Takaichi calls for United Nations reform in her speech in New York #Japan #UN

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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ISDP Sweden @isdp-sweden.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Joint policy roundtables to foster mutual understanding of the potential for security cooperation between Asia and Europe: ISDP and the U.S.-ROK-Japan Trilateral Next-Gen Study Group are launching a joint policy roundtable series: www.isdp.eu/news/isdp-la...

ISDP Launches Joint Policy Roundtable Series with the U.S.-ROK-Japan Trilateral Next-Gen Study Group - Institute for Security and Development Policy

The Institute for Security and Development Policy Launches Joint Policy Roundtable Series with the U.S.-ROK-Japan Trilateral Next-Gen Study Group

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

At the United Nations General Assembly, #Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian denounced U.S President Donald #Trump as a "bully" and accused Washington of Middle Eastern #terrorism, holding up photos of victims from recent conflicts. youtube.com/shorts/MIdR3...

Iran denounces Trump in speech to UN General Assembly #Iran #UN

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

#Japan PM Sanae Takaichi met with President Donald #Trump during the United Nations General Assembly Meeting and focused on countering #China, strengthening bilateral cooperation in technology, critical #minerals, and #AI amid growing #security concerns in Asia. youtube.com/shorts/66NNe...

Japan meets with Trump at the United Nations

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

How did #Trump sound without microphones? After Trump barred CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House access, major television networks to suspended shared press-pool coverage. Without the networks providing a pool to cover him, he was forced into near silence. youtube.com/shorts/v5trt...

How did Trump sound without the benefit of press microphones?

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

A United Nations fact-finding mission report revealed that civilians in #Iran are caught between state #repression and international conflict. Investigators found evidence of #torture, and arbitrary detentions during anti-government #protests. youtube.com/shorts/GbE4n...

UN warns of ‘extreme’ repression facing Iranian civilians #Iran #UN

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

On my Youtube channel: What fuels conflict in #Myanmar? @samuelgbaron.bsky.social unpacks how the February 2021 coup triggered a devastating economic crisis—from the collapse of the middle class, drugs, illicit trade, scam centers, and a massive brain drain. youtu.be/y50WwAfrOcY

The Economic Consequences of Myanmar's Civil War #Myanmar

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

#Japan's elderly population (65+) has reached an all-time high of 29.6% of the country's total population, or 36.24 million people. It maintains the highest proportion of #elderly people among all 39 countries worldwide with populations of at least 40 million. youtube.com/shorts/MOAhO...

Japan’s elderly population reaches record high

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

On my Youtube channel: What fuels conflict in #Myanmar? @samuelgbaron.bsky.social unpacks how the February 2021 coup triggered a devastating economic crisis—from the collapse of the middle class, drugs, illicit trade, scam centers, and a massive brain drain. youtu.be/y50WwAfrOcY

The Economic Consequences of Myanmar's Civil War #Myanmar

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Australia makes bid for two-year UN Security Council seat #australia #UN youtube.com/shorts/gV3kZ...

Australia makes bid for two-year UN Security Council seat #australia #UN

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

North Korea fires missiles into the sea near Japan, South Korea #NorthKorea youtube.com/shorts/4FqZN...

North Korea fires missiles into the sea near Japan, South Korea #NorthKorea

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Former #Philippines President Rodrigo #Duterte’s defence team claims he suffers from memory impairment, rendering him mentally unfit to stand trial at the #ICC. Duterte, 81, reportedly struggles to retain information or remember his lawyer’s name. www.youtube.com/shorts/fHVGJ...

Is the Philippines’ Duterte too old to stand trial? #philippines #duterte

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

A slow-moving tropical depression has unleashed severe #flooding and violent landslides across central #Vietnam. Torrential rains forced emergency evacuations and sent water levels soaring in regional river basins & border towns. youtube.com/shorts/wD1Rf...

Severe flooding due to tropical depression devastates Vietnam

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

On my YouTube channel, Dr. Purawich Watanasukh discusses the Thai #EC decision and its implications for the Senate, for the #Anutin government and what's next for institutional reform and oversight. #Thailand #กกต #สั่งฟ้องสว #สั่งฟ้อง229 #ฮั้วเลือกสว #ฮั้วสว youtu.be/kE4I0CyLLsg

Thailand's Senate Scandal: Consequences of the Election Commission's Decision

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I'll be joining this great Consortium of Indo-Pacific Researchers panel: "America First, #BRICS Second: Outcomes of Delhi Summit," on September 19 at 7:30 AM in #NewYork, 8:30 PM in #Osaka, 5:00 PM in #NewDelhi. Should be very informative!

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Voters in the #Philippines' #Mindanao region of #BARMM headed to the polls to elect their first Parliament, marking a milestone in a decades-long #peace process, but was marred by a shootout between political factions, which left 3 people dead. youtube.com/shorts/MGFH7...

Mindanao votes after deadly violence kills 3, wounds 15 #Philippines #Mindanao

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The EC never ceases to surprise me with this level of incompetence and neglect for the rule of law. Just 26 of 229 will be referred to the High Court. Anutin escapes unharmed. #Thailand #กกตหค #กกต #สั่งฟ้องสว #สั่งฟ้อง229 #ฮั้วเลือกสว #ฮั้วสว #คดีฮั้วสว

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Will 💩 ➡️ 🪭 ? www.bangkokpost.com/business/gen...

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Led by media personality and former political leader #Sondhi Limthongkul, Thai protesters assembled outside #Israel's Embassy to voice grievances regarding property acquisitions and #tourist behavior. youtube.com/shorts/tul_o...

Anti-Israel protests sweep Thailand; inciting nationalist sentiment #Thailand #israel

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Thai Monk arrested in $3 million embezzlement and sex scandal youtube.com/shorts/5HBu3...

Thai Monk arrested in $3 million embezzlement and sex scandal

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Top officials from the #BRICS emerging economies have arrived in New Delhi. High-profile attendees include #Russia’s Vladimir #Putin, China’s #XiJinping, who is making his first visit to #India in seven years, and #Iran’s Masoud Pezeshkian. youtube.com/shorts/jZeNU...

2026 BRICS Summit Kicks off in India #China #BRICS #Russia

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

On my YouTube channel: #Gaza remains caught between a fragile ceasefire and a #humanitarian disaster. With 2.1 million #Palestinians facing a brutal winter, food and water insecurity, and crippled healthcare, what's next? #Israel #UN #Trump youtu.be/qDzc-GiFi3s

Winter is Coming:Why the Situation in Gaza is Grave #Gaza #Palestinians #Israel

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Donald #Trump pledged to send every American adult $5,000 if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate in the midterm #elections The promise would cost more than $1 trillion. youtube.com/shorts/PDaBq...

Trump makes a $5,000 election-year promise to Americans: Cost? $1.2 trillion

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Margot Finn @eicathomefinn.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

'Every undergraduate would also be entitled to access artificial intelligence (AI) tools, the roadmap states, while every course should have a lecturer who is an “AI trailblazer” so that “graduates have the skills to be AI pioneers in the workplace”.' AI trailblazers. UUK at its very finest.

A woman, seen from the back and wearing a black coat, holds a sign that says "We won't drink the Kool-Aid".

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The Diplomat @thediplomat.com · 10/09/2026

Vietnam is deeply committed, for strategic and historic reasons, to respond to uncertainty and global geopolitical tensions by hedging. And it’s working. buff.ly/js4wPEc

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The Ultimate Hedger: Why Vietnam Is Thriving Amid Global Disorder

Vietnam is deeply committed, for strategic and historic reasons, to respond to uncertainty and global geopolitical tensions by hedging. And it’s working.

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ISDP Sweden @isdp-sweden.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🇧🇩🇨🇳 Issue Brief: Corridors, Coasts, and Contestation: Sino–Bangladesh Relations in the Bay of Bengal and the BCIM Space, by Shahab E. Khan: www.isdp.eu/publication/...

Corridors, Coasts, and Contestation: Sino–Bangladesh Relations in the Bay of Bengal and the BCIM Space - Institute for Security and Development Policy

This issue brief argues that Sino–Bangladesh momentum is likely to deepen as the reordering of the BCIM space leave Dhaka fewer alternatives.

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

After an explosive written statement at the Seoul Dialogue in #SouthKorea and #Philippines' Defense Chief Teodoro's rebuke of #China in real time, the Chinese Foreign Ministry issued this response. Watch. youtube.com/shorts/RtjQM...

China urges Philippines to stop undermining ties & the South China Sea

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

On my YouTube channel: 6+ months into the #US-#Iran conflict, #Trump's goals have stalled, while military stockpiles run low. With a new "economic D-Day" strategy employed, why aren't things still not going his way? Look at #China & #Russia. youtu.be/6Co2qZ9lLqg

Why China & Russia as Iran Proxies Make U.S. Victory Unlikely

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

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ISDP Sweden @isdp-sweden.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

✒️ Issue Brief: Gauging the Influence of China’s PLA over the Ruling Junta in Myanmar, by @markscogan.bsky.social : www.isdp.eu/publication/...

Gauging the Influence of China’s PLA over the Ruling Junta in Myanmar - Institute for Security and Development Policy

This issue brief by Marc Cogan analyses the limited influence of China's PLA over the military junta in Myanmar and its political regime.

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Severe flooding in central #Japan, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a Level 5 Emergency Warning for Gifu and Aichi prefectures. Rainfall is unprecedented, as #Nagoya recorded 104.5 millimeters of rain in a single hour. youtube.com/shorts/qfvUy...

Heavy rain in Japan, turning streets Into rivers; 1.9m ordered to evacuate #Japan #Nagoya

YouTube video by Asia Political Review

Mark S. Cogan @markscogan.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The #Krakatau #volcano in #Indonesia has released massive amounts of volcanic ash more than 15 kilometers into the air. The eruption has disrupted flight schedules in the region and for a time, closed the airport. youtube.com/shorts/H5qha...

RAW VIDEO: Krakatau volcano erupts in Indonesia #Krakatau #volcano

YouTube video by Asia Political Review