On Thursday, May 29, 2025, join leading experts, policymakers, scholars, and commentators from Japan, India, Europe, China, the US and Israel for SIGNAL Group’s 9th Annual Conference, “China, Israel, and the Post-October 7 Middle East”.
At the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange conference hall, voices from across the political and policy spectrum will examine the shifting dynamics of China, Israel, Indo-Pacific countries and the broader Middle East in the context of a rapidly changing global order.
Israel and the Eastern Super Powers - Jewish News Syndicate Summit 2025
Carice Witte, Founder and Executive Director of SIGNAL Group, delivered a talk at the JNS inaugural International Policy Summit 2025. It was the first time that an Israeli news outlet conference hosted a plenary that featured Israel and the East. A bold, forward-looking Indo-Pacific strategy was emphasized as critical to Israel’s future. While Asia has long been overlooked due to Israel’s historical security concerns, shifting global dynamics—marked by China’s rise and new regional alignments—are reshaping strategic priorities.
The growing influence of Indo-Pacific powers such as Japan, India, South Korea, and Singapore in high-tech, defense R&D, and trade was highlighted. It was stressed that initiatives like the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and frameworks such as Quad Plus and AUKUS Pillar II present valuable opportunities for Israel. Though Israel’s internal debate continues, it was made clear that the Indo-Pacific is not a distant land, but in fact, is in Israel’s backyard – where the Red Sea represents the northern section of the Indian Ocean. It was noted that Israel needs to move beyond traditional thinking that can lead to diplomatic hesitation; Israel cannot afford to be a bystander in the Indo-Pacific century. It must engage with the Indo-Pacific and start by crafting a thoughtful Indo-Pacific strategy.
Implications of Trump's Second Term For West Asia
Carice Witte, Founder and Executive Director of SIGNAL Group, was interviewed by News9 Plus Editor, Mr. Sandeep Unnithan, to discuss implications of Trump’s second presidency for the West Asia, as he is all set to take over as the 47th President of USA.
The interview provided valuable insights into the complex dynamics the strategic considerations for the region
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The Global Israel Initiative (GII) is SIGNAL Group’s new strategic initiative to advance Israel as a middle power. GII’s purpose is to strengthen Israel’s position vis-à-vis China and amid the U.S.-China great power rivalry. Therefore, its priority is the evolving Indo-Pacific arena.

SIGNAL Group is a think tank that empowers Israel to address China’s rise on the world stage. A hub for capacity building and policy entrepreneurship, SIGNAL Group and its global network are a resource for Israel’s policy community regarding Chinese statecraft, China in the Middle East, and the US-China rivalry.