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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 Much Will Duterte Wreck the US-Philippines Military Alliance?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The fallout, though significant, will likely be more limited than the rhetoric had suggested.
Brunei Deputy Defense Minister Visits Singapore
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Trip comes as both countries commemorate the 40th anniversary of their defense ties.
New Laos Dam Heightens Mekong Fears
By Luke Hunt
A third mainstream dam raises the threat posed to the river's future.
Singaporean Cabinet Minister Strikes Own Goal Against Controversial Electoral System
By Michael Y.P. Ang
A political farce involving Singapore's perceived racial problem.
ASEAN’s Mekong Potential the Focus in Vietnam Meeting
By Ling Han
The recent WEF-Mekong meeting in Hanoi was a useful reminder of the subregion’s significance.
Nuclear Energy in Southeast Asia: A Bridge Too Far?
By Viet Phuong Nguyen
Hopes for a nuclear renaissance in Southeast Asia have proven overly ambitious.
Cambodia: 25 Years of Peace, But to What End?
By Mong Palatino
A quarter-century after the 1991 Paris Peace Accords, questions remain about the country's future.
Myanmar’s Road Construction Plans: Potholes Ahead
By Jieyi See
Turning Myanmar into a transit hub will be a serious challenge for the country.
Malaysia Is Not Pivoting to China With Najib’s Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Suggestions of a dramatic shift are grossly exaggerated and not grounded in reality.
Does Cambodia Really Care About Its Disabled?
By David Hutt
The evidence suggests that more attention needs to be given to the problem.