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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.
December 07, 2019
What’s Next for Kem Sokha’s Trial in Cambodia?
By David Hutt
Recent developments have highlighted the event and the implications it could have for Cambodia's domestic and foreign affairs.
December 06, 2019
New Military Vehicles Put China-Thailand Defense Relations Into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The delivery reinforced the fact that aspects of security ties continue to be advanced by both sides in spite of challenges.
December 06, 2019
Can Tourism Become the New Economic Driver for Timor-Leste?
By Sakib Awan
Tourism could help drive Timor-Leste's economy forward long after oil and gas have run their courses.
December 06, 2019
Philippines Submarine Quest: What’s in the French Option?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Recent developments have spotlighted the French Scorpene within the choices the Philippines has in a potential submarine quest.
December 05, 2019
Why a War on Extremism in Indonesia May Create More Problems Than It Solves
By Erin Cook
While the challenge is real, the approach adopted by the Jokowi administration thus far suffers from serious limitations and challenges.
December 04, 2019
Will Martial Law Finally End in the Southern Philippines?
By Associated Press
The Philippines’ defense chief has recommended that the president not extend martial law for the fourth time following its expiry at the end of 2019.
December 04, 2019
What to Make of Malaysia’s New Defense White Paper Launch
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The adoption of the document has highlighted both the opportunities and challenges it offers for the country’s defense policy.
December 03, 2019
What Do the Philippines’ New Cobra Helicopters Mean for Its Military?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The used helicopters were finally delivered to the country from Jordan last week.
December 02, 2019
Defense Minister Visit Highlights Mongolia-Vietnam Security Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent engagement highlighted ongoing efforts by both sides to advance aspects of their defense collaboration.
November 30, 2019
Why Will Aung San Suu Kyi Personally Defend Myanmar Against Genocide Claims?
By Angshuman Choudhury
The Nobel peace prize winner will now be defending charges of genocide at an international court. How did it come to this?
November 29, 2019
Workers of Vietnam, Unite?
By David Hutt
A revised labor code could have important implications for how trade unions operate in the country.
November 27, 2019
ASEAN Smart City Network: Thinking Beyond Ceremonial Paradiplomacy
By Ario Bimo Utomo
Can ASEAN support the growth of "smart" cities?
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