Jackson Huang
Research Associate, S. Rajaratnam School of International StudiesArticles by Jackson Huang
Politics
What Timor-Leste’s China ties really mean for ASEAN
With Timor-Leste’s entry to ASEAN possibly taking place as early as October 2025, researchers Jackson Huang and Yao Bowen discuss whether Dili’s close ties with major powers like China could risk ASEAN becoming further divided on key regional issues.
Jackson Huang, Yao Bowen
24 Jun 2025
Economy
Can China lead the global south without changing its economic model?
Despite pessimism around China’s growth, researchers Jackson Huang and Dianyi Yang argue for optimism. They see strengthening ties with the global south and transitioning to a consumption-led economy as crucial steps for sustainable growth.
Jackson Huang, Dianyi Yang
15 Apr 2025
Economy
What drives China’s economic engagement in Timor-Leste?
Findings from researcher Jackson Huang’s recent visit to Timor-Leste suggest that while Chinese economic engagement with Timor-Leste is often viewed as part of a broader “grand strategy”, the reality on the ground shows that local economic needs, market conditions and pragmatic considerations drive many aspects of the relationship beyond political agendas.
Jackson Huang
05 Nov 2024
Economy
Reasons for optimism in China’s unprecedented stimulus package
Researchers Jackson Huang and Dianyi Yang say that even though some call China’s latest stimulus package too little too late, it is still an important sign that the leadership in Beijing now understands the need to boost demand more decisively.
Jackson Huang, Dianyi Yang
01 Oct 2024