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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.
The Problem with PPPs in Singapore
By Ling Han
The decision to scrap a PPP for Changi Airport Terminal 5 reveals the difficulties of making this model work.
The Trouble With Temple Restoration in Myanmar
By Luke Hunt
The country is only beginning to reexamine how it preserves its ancient temples.
ASEAN a New Opportunity for the Eurasian Economic Union
By Ling Han
A free trade pact between the EEU and Vietnam could be just the beginning of a productive economic relationship.
The Trouble With the Philippines' Rodrigo Duterte
By Prashanth Parameswaran
In some cases he appears to not only be undermining Philippine interests, but his own position as well.
Indonesia Offers Pakistan Defense Equipment
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two sides discuss potential sales.
China-Thailand Rail Project Back on Track With Cost Agreement
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two sides agree on the cost of the first phase of a key project in Beijing’s infrastructure ambitions in Southeast Asia.
ASEAN Steps Up Zika Battle in Special Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Health ministers vow to take action to stem the virus.
How Deadly Is ASEAN’s Killer Haze?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent study has prompted controversy and calls for action.
How Politics Is Killing Cambodia's Forests
By Abu SMG Kibria
Political and economic calculations in Cambodia, China, and Vietnam are contributing to widespread illegal logging.
Can Vietnam Help Mediate With North Korea?
By Samuel Ramani
Vietnam's displeasure over North Korea's nuclear tests could lead to productive diplomacy.
Singapore-Vietnam Economic Relations: What’s in a Park?
By Ling Han
The Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park has become a symbol of burgeoning economic ties between the two Southeast Asian states.
Philippine Militancy in the Spotlight with Freed Norwegian Hostage
By Luke Hunt
Abu Sayyaf finally releases another captive.