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Luke Hunt
Luke Hunt is a Southeast Asia correspondent for The Diplomat and has worked in journalism for more than 25 years.
He has served as bureau chief for Agence France-Presse in Cambodia and in Afghanistan during the Taliban occupation where he was commended by the United Nations for the ‘best and most insightful’ coverage of the Afghan civil war.
Follow him on Twitter at @lukeanthonyhunt.
September 30, 2020
Opposition Leaders Testing Cambodia’s Chilly Political Waters
By Luke Hunt
The maneuvering of Kem Sokha and Sam Rainsy once again spells trouble for their supporters inside Cambodia.
September 24, 2020
Social Reformers Challenge Malaysia’s Islamic Hardliners Over Headwear
By Luke Hunt
To wear or not to wear: The hijab is a matter of choice — and politics.
September 21, 2020
Cambodia’s Microfinance Industry in Troubled Waters
By Luke Hunt
A conversation with economist Ron Bevacqua about the crisis facing Cambodia's microfinance sector.
September 15, 2020
US Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Company for Rights Abuses in Cambodia
By Luke Hunt
Chinese investment schemes in Cambodia “deepen corruption [and] undermine rule of law,” the US Treasury says.
August 25, 2020
From Phnom Penh With Love
By Luke Hunt
A conversation with author, journalist and television producer Glen Felgate.
August 24, 2020
Struggling With Drought on the Mekong
By Luke Hunt
Climate change and dams combine to push water levels to record lows.
August 17, 2020
An Australian Law Student Sets an Example for the ASEAN Way
By Luke Hunt
How to reshape attitudes on issues ranging from the Asian haze to the Mekong River.
August 10, 2020
Taxing Times in Southeast Asia
By Luke Hunt
Brights spots and where to put your spare cash amid the pandemic.
July 28, 2020
Cambodia – With a Little Help – Charts Its Own COVID Course
By Luke Hunt
Flights from Indonesia and Malaysia were cancelled as confirmed cases from abroad spiked.
July 08, 2020
Hun Manet Still a Long Way From Cambodia’s Top Job
By Luke Hunt
Hun Sen’s number one son has the resume but needs broad support.
July 06, 2020
Malaysian Prime Minister Faces a Leadership Challenge When Parliament Resumes
By Luke Hunt
Mahathir still has the support to influence his country’s politics.
July 02, 2020
Indo-Pacific in Focus as Australia Substantially Lifts Military Spending
By Luke Hunt
Chinese bullying crystalizes opposition, divides ASEAN.
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