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ASEAN
Could East Asia's Weak Institutions Be a Blessing in Disguise?
By Robert Farley
East Asia's multilateral institutions -- from ASEAN to APEC -- are generally weak. This might be a good thing.
The Philippines, Malaysia, and Vietnam Race to South China Sea Defense Modernization
By Carl Thayer
Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam are all striving to bolster their maritime capabilities.
The U.S. and China’s Competing FTA’s During APEC
By Clint Richards
The U.S. is uninterested in ceding power in a more comprehensive regional trade agreement.
Southeast Asia's Emerging Amphibious Forces
By Koh Swee Lean Collin
ASEAN navies are rapidly acquiring amphibious capabilities. Their intentions, however, remain unclear.
Why the ASEAN Economic Community Will Struggle
By Ji Xianbai
Serious weaknesses within ASEAN threaten the realization of the bloc’s regional project.
India and Vietnam Call for Freedom of Navigation in South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The two countries also signed seven bilateral agreements during Indian President Pranab Mukherjee's trip to Vietnam.
Abe Trades Investment for Security Council Seat
By Clint Richards
Japan will use a return to the Council as another means to counter China’s regional assertiveness.
Will Indonesia Save the Six Party Talks?
By Ankit Panda
North Korea wants Indonesia to potentially advocate on its behalf on the world stage.
Is ASEAN the Right Forum for South China Sea Disputes?
By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
U.S. editors Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck discuss the outcomes of the 2014 ASEAN Regional Forum.
Myanmar, ASEAN, and the China Challenge
By Shannon Tiezzi
As this year's ASEAN Chair, Myanmar will face pressure from the pro- and anti-China camps.
Hillary Clinton’s China Policy
By Amitai Etzioni
In her new book the potential 2016 presidential candidate talks about her approach to China.
Why North Korea Is Courting ASEAN
By Zachary Keck
North Korea has surprisingly robust relationships with a number of Southeast Asian nations.