The Asia-Pacific and Indo-Pacific regions have emerged as pivotal geopolitical theaters, wielding significant influence in shaping the trajectory of the 21st century. Historically, the Asia-Pacific term has been widely used to encapsulate the vast expanse from East Asia to the Western Pacific, encompassing diverse nations with varied cultural, economic, and political backgrounds. However, the evolving global dynamics have led to this region's redefinition, with the Indo-Pacific concept gaining p ...