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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.
What’s in the First US-Philippines Downgraded Naval Exercise Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of the maritime training activity both sides launched this week.
A Closer Look at the Philippine Peace Process With Communist Rebels
By Luke Lischin
The crisis in Marawi has eclipsed another critical front in the government's struggle against domestic threats.
Singapore's Squabbling Lees Back in the Limelight
By Luke Hunt
An ongoing family feud erupted this week in the city-state.
Is Thailand Now Buying More Arms From China?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at a new approval by the Thai government this week.
Philippines Gets New Artillery Systems from Israel
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Philippines and Israel have been making inroads in the defense realm over the past few years.
Why Duterte's Martial Law Declaration in Mindanao Is So Concerning
By Anthony Hustedt
Philippine history shows martial law is more likely to increase extremism than reverse it.
US-Vietnam Defense Ties in the Spotlight with Warship in Cam Ranh
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A LCS visit is just the latest in a series of steps both sides have taken in enhancing their security relationship.
Duterte Must Move Beyond Martial Law to Counter Terrorism in the Philippines
By Zachary Abuza
The president needs a more comprehensive strategy if his administration is to make meaningful progress.
What Did the Vietnam Premier’s Japan Voyage Accomplish?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s trip this week.
Why Japan's Malaysia Coast Guard Boost Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The arrival of the second OPV from Japan this year emphasizes Tokyo’s role in strengthening the Southeast Asian state’s capabilities.
How Nationalism Undermines ASEAN Integration
By David Hutt
The problem continues to haunt the grouping fifty years on.
What’s in the New Australia-Singapore Cyber Pact?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two countries recently inked an MOU on cybersecurity.