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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.
Duterte Is Killing the Philippines' Environment
By Mong Palatino
A closer look at yet another troubling aspect of the president’s record.
Facebook: Strengthening Timor-Leste’s Democracy
By Corinda Hollis
The recent elections are the first real opportunity to look at the public-facing use of social media by political parties.
What Did the Philippines Military Chief’s Russia Voyage Achieve?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at where some areas of the defense relationship are and what may lie ahead.
What’s in the First US-Brunei Army Exercise?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of a notable development.
Jokowi and Subianto Set to Duel Over the Economy
By Marcus Tantau
The battle for the Indonesian presidency looks set to turn on economic matters.
Navy Drills Put Singapore-Japan Military Ties in the Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interactions highlighted the defense relationship between the two states amid wider trends and developments.
What Is the Prescription for ASEAN’s Crisis?
By Mie Oba
With its independence under threat, the bloc really has just one option.
Brunei’s Military Gets a New Air Force Chief
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The official change of command marks another key development in the country’s defense domain.
Australia-Singapore Military Ties in Focus With Navy Chief Voyage
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The visit by Australia’s new navy chief put the focus on the security relationship between the two Asian states.
Australia-Philippines Military Ties in Focus With Patrol Vessels Deal
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The agreement would be the latest in a series of developments within the bilateral defense relationship.
Prominent North Vietnamese Communist Defector Dies
By Luke Hunt
A closer look at the wider significance of Colonel Bui Tin’s death.
Mahathir Sets New Course for Malaysia in First 100 Days
By Ed Ratcliffe
Evaluating Malaysia's new government 100 days after its surprising election win.