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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.
How Single Mothers Could Help Singapore
By Priscilla Cabuyao
Extending IVF access to single women could be the answer to Singapore's population woes.
When Will Trilateral Patrols in the Sulu Sea Begin?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Actually operationalizing such patrols, once agreed, is the challenging part.
Indonesia’s New Air Force Chief Visits Singapore
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Trip reaffirms the importance of a challenging defense relationship for both sides.
Is Indonesia Choosing the Indian Ocean Rim Association Over ASEAN?
By Dedi Dinarto
Indonesia's substantial involvement in IORA signifies a stage of crisis for ASEAN.
Malaysia’s New Terror Centers in Its Islamic State War
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Understanding what new institutions the Southeast Asian state is setting up.
New Zealand Eyes Deeper ASEAN Ties Amid Terror Fight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent trip by the attorney general highlights the priority Wellington places on engaging Southeast Asia on counterterrorism.
The Importance of Timor-Leste's 2017 Elections
By Khoo Ying Hooi
The March 20 presidential election in particular is a big test for the young country.
Why Myanmar’s New Peace Process Is Failing
By Paode A
So far, the NLD government efforts to end armed conflicts have failed.
Duterte’s Wars Aren’t Working for the Philippines
By Luke Hunt
The beheading of a German hostage is the latest sign that his assaults on drugs and criminality have seen few gains.
Malaysia, Saudi Arabia Step Up Terror Fight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Terrorism continues to be a key area of cooperation between the two countries, despite lingering complications.
Mismatched Expectations in Jokowi’s Maiden Visit to Australia
By Leo Suryadinata and Mustafa Izzuddin
Australia is concerned about the South China Sea; all Indonesia wants to talk about is economics.