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ASEAN Beat

‘One Vision, One Identity, One Community.’ That’s the ASEAN motto. But what’s the reality? Our bloggers based around this diverse and strategically key region give you an insider’s perspective on politics, security and society in South-east Asia.

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Malaysia’s Anwar Voices Concern About Myanmar Refugee Crisis

Malaysia’s Anwar Voices Concern About Myanmar Refugee Crisis

By Sebastian Strangio
The Malaysian leader claimed that 200,000 Myanmar nationals have now sought refuge in his country.
Foreign Firms Still Aiding Aviation Fuel Shipments to Myanmar Military

Foreign Firms Still Aiding Aviation Fuel Shipments to Myanmar Military

By Sebastian Strangio
Despite international sanctions, shipments of aviation fuel continue to reach the country, according to a new report.

Party Policies, Factional Politics, and the 2023 Election in Thailand

Party Policies, Factional Politics, and the 2023 Election in Thailand

By Punchada Sirivunnabood
While the country's parties are crafting new populist pitches to Thai voters, factional politics still reigns supreme.

China, Myanmar Have Resumed Work on Railway Project, Report Says

China, Myanmar Have Resumed Work on Railway Project, Report Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Work on the long-planned Muse-Kyaukphyu line is once again inching forward, but construction is likely many years off.

Malaysian PM Anwar to Visit the Philippines This Week

Malaysian PM Anwar to Visit the Philippines This Week

By Sebastian Strangio
The two-day state visit will round out the newly appointed leader's diplomatic tour of Malaysia's immediate neighbors.
Why Vietnam’s UN Abstention on Ukraine Was a Rational Move

Why Vietnam’s UN Abstention on Ukraine Was a Rational Move

By Khang Vu
The country’s domestic political structure emphasizes continuity in foreign policy, and changes its stance only when there is a clear benefit in doing so.

Vietnam’s National Assembly Set to Confirm New President

Vietnam’s National Assembly Set to Confirm New President

By Sebastian Strangio
The reported candidate is Vo Van Thuong, the youngest member on the Communist Party's Politburo.
Broadening the US-Philippines Alliance: EDCA Sites Are Just the Beginning

Broadening the US-Philippines Alliance: EDCA Sites Are Just the Beginning

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Widening the aperture of collaboration can help meet evolving needs and respond to a more competitive strategic environment.

Malaysia’s Anwar Unveils First Budget, Aiming to Aid Poor

Malaysia’s Anwar Unveils First Budget, Aiming to Aid Poor

By Sebastian Strangio
Stronger than expected growth last year has allowed Anwar Ibrahim to give the poor a leg-up, while introducing measures to reduce Malaysia's national debt.

Philippines Marks People Power Revolt For First Time Under Marcos Jr.

Philippines Marks People Power Revolt For First Time Under Marcos Jr.

By Sebastian Strangio
This year's commemoration was a sign of how far Philippine democracy has come, and also how far it has yet to go.

Russia’s War on Ukraine: Lessons for the Indonesian Armed Forces

Russia’s War on Ukraine: Lessons for the Indonesian Armed Forces

By Muhammad Fauzan Malufti
The European conflict has laid bare several vulnerabilities in the TNI's modernization plans.
Why Don’t Malaysian Policymakers View China as a Threat?

Why Don’t Malaysian Policymakers View China as a Threat?

By Emirza Adi Syailendra
For years, successive governments have believed that labeling China a threat would be a self-fulfilling act.

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