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Jack Sato is a Data Analyst for the Asia Power Index at the Lowy Institute. Since joining the Institute in 2022, he has also contributed research and analysis to the Global Diplomacy Index and played a key role in the development of the Southeast Asia Influence Index.
He holds a degree in Science/Arts, majoring in Statistics, Chinese and Japanese (minoring in International Relations) from the University of Queensland.
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Asia Power Index 2025 - Key Findings Report
In-depth analysis and insight into the changing power distribution in Asia and its geopolitical consequences.
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Asia Power Index 2025
The 2025 Asia Power Index shows a region in flux. Explore the most comprehensive assessment of the changing distribution of power in Asia to date.
Report
Southeast Asia Influence Index - Key Findings Report
The Southeast Asia Influence Index maps the landscape of geopolitical influence in this crucial region. Building on an existing body of data-driven research by the Lowy Institute,…
Interactive
Southeast Asia Influence Index
Explore our world-first data ranking geopolitical influence across the eleven countries of Southeast Asia.
The strategy behind Singapore’s defence cooperation
Singapore’s defence cooperation emphasises close ties with the United States while deepening trust with regional neighbours.
Analysis
Southeast Asia’s evolving defence partnerships
While the United States and China remain key security actors, countries in the region are engaging with a broader array of external partners to enhance their autonomy and military…
Five surprises from Lowy’s Global Diplomacy Index
Revealing the who, what and – just as importantly – where of foreign policy.
Podcast
2024 Asia Power Index Results
Timor-Leste joins the Asia Power Index
Despite its small size, the Southeast Asian nation should not be underestimated.
Australian Financial Review
25 April 2023