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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.
Australia Urges US to Caution Indonesia During Jokowi Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Foreign minister says visit an opportunity for Washington to address Jokowi’s foreign policy directly with him.
Myanmar’s Refugee Problem: It’s Not Just the Rohingya
By Kirsten McConnachie
Other ethnic groups from Myanmar are facing an increasingly difficult situation too.
Myanmar’s Cease-Fire Deal Comes Up Short
By Joshua Kurlantzick
The agreement is missing some important signatures.
Myanmar’s Ribbon Movements Challenge Militarization
By Mong Palatino
Colored ribbons have emerged as symbols of those resisting creeping militarization in the country.
Why the Mekong River Commission May Be In Peril
By Luke Hunt
The future of the body hangs in the balance amid financial and performance concerns.
ASEAN Peacekeeping Meeting Concludes in Cambodia
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The 3rd ASEAN Peacekeeping Centers Network meeting was held in Phnom Penh.
Could Myanmar’s Elections Devolve into Disorder?
By Shawn W. Crispin
Major disruptions in upcoming polls cannot be ruled out given what we know.
Malaysia, Singapore Begin 'Next Phase' of High-Speed Rail Project
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Industry views sought for link expected to be completed by 2022.
Malaysia to Host New Conference to Tackle Islamic State Challenge
By Prashanth Parameswaran
ASEAN states and dialogue partners to participate in two-day meeting.
Malaysia Eyes New Regional Facility to Counter Islamic State
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country could host a regional center to counter IS messaging.
The Great Myanmar Timber Heist
By John Coyne
China’s One Belt, One Road project is already having very real repercussions for Myanmar.
The Rohingya: Humanitarian Crisis or Security Threat?
By Siegfried O. Wolf
Global attention to the Rohingya issue is rising, but not necessarily for the right reasons.