1. Malaysians Braced for Election and its Aftermath

    Environment Politics Society Southeast Asia

    Beleaguered Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak is expected to prevail at the polls. What happens next is anyone’s guess.

  2. Come Together: Why Japan and South Korea Must Join Hands

    East Asia Region

    Despite historical tensions and present challenges, Tokyo and Seoul have good reasons to enhance ties.

  3. Religion, Race and Politics: ASEAN’s Gordian Knot

    Politics Society Southeast Asia Uncategorized

    It’s time for ASEAN to play a constructive role in tackling religious and racial tensions across the region.

  4. What Fracking Means for Southeast Asia

    Economy Environment Southeast Asia

    Despite the rhetoric, Southeast Asian governments have been slow to tap their oil reserves. Fracking could make progress even slower.

  5. Fighting and Fallout in Sabah

    Politics Region Security Southeast Asia Topic

    Violence has escalated on Sabah, where the Sultan of Sulu and his troops remain firm in their demands.

  6. A Brave New Burma?

    Economy Politics Southeast Asia Burma

    Amid reforms, Burma remains embroiled in conflict. Have human rights taken a backseat to development?

  7. What Arms Race? Why Asia Isn’t Europe 1913

    Politics Security Topic

    Asia is not experiencing an arms race like the one that preceded World War I -- at least not yet.