Whose rules, whose order?
Southeast Asia and China’s growing power
SYDNEY | LOWY INSTITUTE
Tuesday 16 June 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm AEDT
Southeast Asia's economic and geostrategic significance is on the rise, but China's expanding dominance and a more transactional United States are challenging the region's future. As Washington and Beijing force unwanted choices on Southeast Asia, regional states are struggling to defend the open and interconnected order that undergirds their security and prosperity. Join us to hear from international experts about how Southeast Asian countries are navigating China's growing power, increasing uncertainty from the United States, and a more fragmented global order.
The conversation will be moderated by the Lowy Institute's Richard McGregor and will include an audience Q&A.
Event Information
Tuesday 16 June 2026
12:15 pm for 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Lowy Institute
31 Bligh St, Sydney
ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:

Dr Lina Alexandra
Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Indonesia
Head of International Relations
