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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.
China-Malaysia Relations and the Malaysian Election
By David Han
Malaysia’s upcoming elections have put the Southeast Asian state’s ties with Beijing in the headlines.
What’s Behind the Sale of a Cambodian Newspaper to a Malaysian Investor?
By Luke Hunt
The sale is raising fresh concerns about the state of press freedom in Cambodia.
Indonesia Election Race Heats Up with Social Media War
By Erin Cook
A viral hashtag could represent an early indicator of what to expect as Indonesia heads to the polls next year.
Where is Indonesia-South Korea Defense Industry Cooperation Headed?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The recent iteration of a key engagement once again put the spotlight on a key area within the two countries’ defense collaboration.
The Real Trouble with the Myanmar Reuters Journalists Trial
By Luke Hunt
A recent advance should not detract from broader, troubling realities in the country.
What’s Next for Vietnam-Cambodia Border Cooperation?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Border collaboration continues to be an important area for both sides to manage in the context of their respective domestic and foreign policies.
ASEAN Cybersecurity in the Spotlight Under Singapore’s Chairmanship
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The cyber domain has featured prominently during the city-state’s ASEAN chairmanship this year, and with good reason.
Frigates Launch Puts Philippines-South Korea Defense Relations into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent trip once again put the spotlight on the defense collaboration underway between the two countries.
Vietnam’s Seventh Plenum: What to Watch
By David Hutt
Some key items to look for at a significant upcoming political event.
Malaysia’s Election Will Test the Country’s Stability
By Zachary Abuza
The prolonging of the current government risks undermining the nation’s political stability.
Army Exercise Puts US-Singapore Defense Relations Into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides held the latest iteration of Exercise Lightning Strike earlier this month.
What’s in the New Malaysia-Singapore Air Force Exercise?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both countries launched a fresh set of drills around search and rescue.