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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.

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Islamic Schools and Girls’ Education in Indonesia: Lessons for the Taliban

Islamic Schools and Girls’ Education in Indonesia: Lessons for the Taliban

By M Niaz Asadullah
Indonesia has shown that education based on Islamic precepts is not incompatible with the expansion of education to girls and women.
Cambodia Tweaks Constitution to Block Dual Citizens From Top Posts

Cambodia Tweaks Constitution to Block Dual Citizens From Top Posts

By Sebastian Strangio
The move came barely three weeks after an erroneous newspaper report that Prime Minister Hun Sen had purchased Cypriot citizenship.

Myanmar Junta Decries Exclusion of Coup Leader From ASEAN Summit

Myanmar Junta Decries Exclusion of Coup Leader From ASEAN Summit

By Sebastian Strangio
After initially appearing to take ASEAN's decision on the chin, the military government has stiffened its position.

Malaysian FM Calls for ‘Soul-Searching’ Over ASEAN Non-Interference

Malaysian FM Calls for ‘Soul-Searching’ Over ASEAN Non-Interference

By Sebastian Strangio
Saifuddin Abdullah says the Southeast Asian bloc has to fundamentally rethink its approach to the crisis in Myanmar.

Does It Matter If Myanmar’s Junta Leader Is Banned From the ASEAN Summit?

Does It Matter If Myanmar’s Junta Leader Is Banned From the ASEAN Summit?

By David Hutt
Despite uninviting Min Aung Hlaing from the summit, it remains unclear whether the Southeast Asian bloc has a longer-term plan.
US, Thailand Mull Crossborder Myanmar Aid Delivery Plan

US, Thailand Mull Crossborder Myanmar Aid Delivery Plan

By Sebastian Strangio
The established humanitarian presence in the region makes the Thai-Myanmar border a logical conduit for aid.

Myanmar Junta Asks Telenor Executives Not to Leave the Country

Myanmar Junta Asks Telenor Executives Not to Leave the Country

By Sebastian Strangio
The Norwegian telecoms firm is awaiting regulatory approval for the sale of its Myanmar operation.
Thailand to Cease Using Sinovac Vaccines After Supplies Are Exhausted

Thailand to Cease Using Sinovac Vaccines After Supplies Are Exhausted

By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement follows queries about the efficacy of the Chinese vaccine, the world’s most widely used COVID-19 jab.

Dancing to Different Tunes: Cambodia’s False Peace

Dancing to Different Tunes: Cambodia’s False Peace

By Luke Hunt
The Paris Peace Agreements did not end the war in Cambodia.

The Nobel Peace Prize and Free Speech in the Philippines

The Nobel Peace Prize and Free Speech in the Philippines

By Mong Palatino
The awarding of the prize to pioneering journalist Maria Ressa points to the deterioration in press freedom under President Duterte.

Myanmar Junta Releases Thousands Detained for Anti-Coup Protests

Myanmar Junta Releases Thousands Detained for Anti-Coup Protests

By Sebastian Strangio
The move followed on the heels of ASEAN's decision to uninvite regime chief Min Aung Hlaing from its upcoming summit.
Can the COVID-19 Playbook Prepare Nations For the Next Pandemic?

Can the COVID-19 Playbook Prepare Nations For the Next Pandemic?

By Alifah Zainuddin
The fight against the coronavirus pandemic is often likened to a war, and every war needs a plan.

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