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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 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.
January 17, 2020
UN Rohingya Genocide Case Court Ruling Set for Next Week
By Associated Press
The court is set to hand down its final, legally binding decision in days.
January 16, 2020
Cambodia: Largest Casino Worker Strike Victory Highlights Wider Rights Issues
By Luke Hunt
While the recent strike resulted in a pay rise commitment, it also spotlighted the wider rights issues and economic challenges for some workers.
January 16, 2020
Another Vietnam Politburo Purge?
By David Hutt
A closer look at one of the storylines developing within Vietnamese politics ahead of next year’s National Congress.
January 16, 2020
What Do Malaysia’s APEC 2020 Priorities Mean for the Region and the Country?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the country’s focus areas within the context of its foreign policy and domestic politics.
January 16, 2020
Cambodia Opposition Leader Treason Trial Kicks Off
By Associated Press
The trial regarding charges filed against Kem Sokha began Wednesday.
January 15, 2020
What’s Next for Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy in Tsai’s Second Term?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tsai’s reelection offers a valuable opportunity to build on a key foreign policy priority.
January 15, 2020
Thai Army Chief Signs Intelligence Pact With Indonesia
By Associated Press
An intelligence-sharing agreement signed by the army chiefs of Thailand and Indonesia is unlikely to significantly help Thailand end a Muslim separatist insurgency in its deep south.
January 15, 2020
The Natuna Sea Incident: How Indonesia Is Managing Its Bilateral Relationship With China
By Jefferson Ng
Indonesia’s pragmatic, even-handed approach to the recent Natuna Sea incident shows how China’s rise can be managed.
January 14, 2020
Confirmed: China Visitor to Thailand Infected with New Coronavirus Strain
By Associated Press
Thai officials have reported that a traveler from Wuhan has been hospitalized in Thailand with the virus.
January 14, 2020
What’s Next for Malaysia’s Capabilities After Its Helicopter Decommissioning?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Ongoing efforts to decommission aging equipment spotlight the broader issue with the country’s capabilities.