Archive
September 2023
Malaysian Court Dismisses 47 Corruption Charges Against Key Anwar Ally
By Sebastian Strangio
The dismissal of the case against Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has again called into question Anwar's anti-corruption credentials.
Southeast Asian Leaders Face Thorny Issues Ahead of ASEAN Summit
By Niniek Karmini and Edna Tarigan
The Southeast Asian bloc faces a host of pressing challenges, from the crisis in Myanmar to the growing frictions in the South China Sea.
China’s Xi Will Skip G20 Summit in India
By Associated Press
The Chinese foreign ministry has not given a reason for Xi’s absence at the upcoming event. Relations along the India-China border have been tense.
Homecoming in Thailand
By Sribala Subramanian
The King’s estranged son visits Bangkok shortly before a dramatic realignment in Thai politics.
Indonesia’s Anies Baswedan Picks Head of Islamic Party as Presidential Running Mate
By Sebastian Strangio
The former Jakarta governor has announced that he will team up with Muhaimin Iskandar of PKB, the country's largest Islamic party.
India’s Moon Rover Completes its Lunar Walk
By Ashok Sharma
Scientists are analyzing data looking for signs of frozen water.
ASEAN Meetings to Open Amid Growing South China Sea Tensions
By Sebastian Strangio
The maritime and territorial disputes with China are once again at the top of the Southeast Asian bloc's agenda.
Philippines Suspends New Travel Rules Amid Public Outcry
By Mong Palatino
Migrant workers and others argue that the rules, intended to eliminate human trafficking, have hampered the ability of Filipinos to travel freely.
Is North Macedonia Poised to Reboot Its ‘Taiwan Adventure?’
By James Baron
The nation's brief recognition of Taiwan is a case study in corruption and checkbook diplomacy, leaving a black mark on public opinion. Can relations make a new start?
Is China Following Japan’s Economic Trajectory?
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from George Magnus.
The Lives of Children in Myanmar
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
Amid the nationwide conflict between the military junta and its opponents, the situation for the country's young is bad – and getting worse.
Has Afghanistan Turned into a Sanctuary for Jihadist Groups?
By Abdul Basit
Unlike the mid-1990s, Afghanistan under the Taliban has not become a hub of jihadists. However, the threat level has risen.