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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.
ASEAN’s New Community – Only a Small Step
By Joshua Kurlantzick
Will the new ASEAN Community be able to change perceptions of the regional bloc?
New US Envoy to Thailand Walks Tightrope Amid Alliance Strain
By Shawn W. Crispin
US-Thai relations have entered a new tumultuous phase.
China, Thailand Sign Rail, Rice, and Rubber Deals
By Shannon Tiezzi
Despite disagreements on details, China and Thailand move forward with a $9.7 billion railway deal.
China’s New Rail Project With Thailand Hits Snag
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Reports indicate another disagreement has emerged on the multi-billion dollar railway project.
And Then There Were 13: Indonesia Rejoins OPEC
By Kirstin Berndt
Indonesia’s return to the oil cartel will have some interesting implications.
US Downgrades Thailand on Aviation Safety
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Civil aviation body goes to Category 2 for the first time in nearly two decades.
1975: The Start and End of Conflict in Southeast Asia
By Mong Palatino
1975 means more to the region than just the end of the Vietnam War.
What Did the 10th East Asia Summit in Malaysia Achieve?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at some of the meeting’s key outcomes.
Europe Must Follow Through on Rights in Thailand
By Anthony Kleven
Brussels must enforce its newfound approach to trade with Thailand.
What Now for the Peacebuilding Process in Myanmar?
By David Hale
The NLD must maintain progress and broaden its focus.
Has a Philippine Militant Group Gone Regional Amid Islamic State Fears?
By Luke Hunt
The Islamic militant group Abu Sayyaf may be spreading its unwanted tentacles.
ASEAN Creates New Community Under Malaysia’s Chairmanship
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Southeast Asian leaders ink declaration to formally establish an ASEAN Community.