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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.
Myanmar's New Order Brings New Risks
By Shawn W. Crispin
Despite appearances, Myanmar's historic election will lead to an uneasy balance of power between the NLD and the military.
Why ASEAN Should Celebrate Myanmar's Election
By Luke Hunt
Victory by Aung San Suu Kyi should provide a much needed tonic for free speech advocates across the region.
Typhoon Haiyan Two Years Later: The Philippines is Still Recovering
By Mong Palatino
Manila is still dealing with the effects of the super typhoon's devastation.
What to Expect From Myanmar's New Government
By Shannon Tiezzi
After a landslide victory in Myanmar's general elections, the NLD will have to get down to the business of governing.
Malaysia's Chinese Diaspora: The Other Side of the Story
By Bochen Han
Conventional narratives overlook the marginalization of ethnic Chinese in Malaysia -- especially the Chinese poor.
Who Are Southeast Asia's 'Lost' Generations?
By Mong Palatino
A look at how the term resonates in countries across the region.
China Pledges New Military Aid to Cambodia
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Beijing agrees to provide further assistance to one of its staunchest Asian partners.
Myanmar’s Ethnic Parliamentarians May Be 2016’s ‘Kingmakers’
By Nicholas Borroz and Hunter Marston
Turkey’s experience offers lessons that could guide Myanmar to a more pluralistic future.
UN Body Urges Release of Malaysia's Jailed Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim
By Luke Hunt
Report calls for Anwar Ibrahim to be freed.
China's Xi Misses the Mark on Vietnam Visit
By Shawn W. Crispin
The limits of the president's well-timed trip to restore Beijing's position.
What Did the 3rd ASEAN Defense Minister’s Meeting Plus Achieve?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Beyond the non-adoption of a joint statement, a look at what was discussed at the ADMM-Plus meeting in Malaysia.
Interview: Cambodia's Political Turmoil and Future Prospects
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Diplomat talks with Monovithya Kem about the current state of the country’s politics and its future.