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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.
October 22, 2019
Why Foreign Policy Matters to Myanmar’s Democratic Transition
By Hnin Wint Nyunt Hman
In the best-case scenario, Myanmar would be rich like the East and democratic like the West.
October 22, 2019
The Significance of the New EU-Vietnam Participation Framework Agreement
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the impact of a notable development in security ties.
October 22, 2019
Cambodia-Czech Republic Defense Ties in Focus with Hun Sen’s Europe Tour
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The security aspect of the relationship was in focus amid the premier’s visit.
October 22, 2019
South China Sea: The Disputes and Southeast Asia’s Culture of International Law
By Pham Ngoc Minh Trang
Disputes in the South China Sea are not as complicated as they may seem.
October 18, 2019
Terrorism Threat Looms Over Indonesia as Attention Shifts to Jokowi’s Second Term
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the president has a range of priorities for his remaining time in office, terrorism remains a challenge for the country.
October 17, 2019
Vietnam Bans Animated Movie Over South China Sea Map
By Associated Press
The country has pulled the film “Abominable’ from theaters because the movie shows a map supporting China’s South China Sea claims.
October 15, 2019
What’s Next for ASEAN’s Regional Security Hotline?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While challenges remain, Southeast Asian states are continuing to develop the ASEAN Direct Communications Infrastructure both among themselves and with partner countries.
October 12, 2019
Getting Digital IDs Right in Southeast Asia
By Nabila Hassan
Countries in Southeast Asia are racing to implement digital IDs, but governments must proceed with caution.
October 11, 2019
The Young Activists Fighting Southeast Asia’s Climate Crisis
By Preeti Jha
From Yangon to Manila, young people are demanding their governments take immediate action on global warming.
October 10, 2019
Confronting Southeast Asia’s Big Education Challenge
By David Hutt
Regional countries have yet to confront serious remaining problems in their education systems.
October 09, 2019
The Trouble with the New Anti-Subversion Act Push for the Philippines
By Luke Lischin
The push for a new move bears noting within the Duterte administration's broader approach to managing security issues.
October 09, 2019
What Does Duterte’s Valdai Speech Mean for Philippine Foreign Policy?
By Lucio Blanco Pitlo III
Duterte is keen on transforming the Philippines’ international relations.