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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.
January 24, 2020
UN Court Orders Myanmar to Prevent Rohingya Genocide
By Associated Press
The court delivered a sweeping legal victory for the persecuted Muslim minority.
January 24, 2020
What Does the UK’s New ASEAN Mission Say About Its Southeast Asia Engagement Post-Brexit?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Britain continues to shape its relationship with Southeast Asia amid ongoing domestic and regional developments.
January 23, 2020
No New Thinking in Laos?
By David Hutt
In recent years, the regime has looked to be stuck in static thinking.
January 23, 2020
Rethinking Indonesia’s ‘War on Drugs’
By Will Doran
Can the Global Commission on Drug Policy’s advocacy help change Jakarta’s harsh drug laws?
January 22, 2020
Southeast Asia and the Major Powers: How Does Public Opinion Matter?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at the significance of elite and mass opinion in ongoing regional dynamics.
January 22, 2020
Thailand: Officials Hold Meeting with Southern Insurgent Group
By Associated Press
The meeting is the first in years in a decades-old insurgency in Thaiand's south.
January 22, 2020
China’s Belt and Road: Is Asia Getting More Cautious?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Xi’s recent voyage to Myanmar spotlighted the broader question about whether some key regional states are getting more cautious in responding to Beijing’s initiative.
January 21, 2020
Thailand Opposition Party Acquitted of Sedition Charge
By Associated Press
January 21, 2020
New Security Plan Puts Vietnam-Cambodia Defense Ties in the Headlines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The agreement spotlighted how both sides are managing the security aspect of their relationship.
January 18, 2020
Thai Military Holds Ceremony to Swear Allegiance to King
By Associated Press
Thailand's king presided over an oath-taking ceremony Saturday at an army base where almost 7,000 soldiers and police paraded to mark Armed Forces Day.
January 17, 2020
What Does the Thailand Army Chief’s Trip to Indonesia’s Aceh Mean?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of a recent visit that has generated much speculation.
January 17, 2020
The Trouble With Vietnam’s Defense Strategy
By Thoi Nguyen
Vietnam needs more radical thinking on defense in order to adapt and keep pace with changes in the region.
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