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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.
Is It Really Wrong For Two Dogs To Get Married?
By Aisyah Llewellyn
A lavish canine wedding briefly became national news in Indonesia, raising questions about how social media outrage shapes journalistic coverage.
Prabowo Gains Ground Ahead of Indonesia’s Presidential Election
By Sebastian Strangio
Despite his checkered past, the defense minister is commanding surprisingly strong support from young Indonesians.
In State of Union Speech, Marcos Pledges to Defend Philippine Territory
By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine leader did not mention China by name, but his comments were a clear reference to the growing frictions in the South China Sea.
Ex-Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan Joins the Party as Cambodian Election Observer
By David Whitehouse
The former leader’s presence is part of a longer trend of election “observers” who apply a stamp of approval to flawed electoral processes.
US Announces Visa Bans, Aid ‘Pause’ After Flawed Cambodian Election
By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement has raised doubts about a potential diplomatic reset between Phnom Penh and Washington.
As Expected, Hun Sen Trumps in One-Sided Cambodian Election
By Luke Hunt
Leader’s eldest son to become prime minister within “three to four weeks.”
Move Forward Supporters Gather in Bangkok to Protest Obstructed PM Bid
By Sebastian Strangio
The 1,000-strong demonstration at the capital's busy Asok intersection could be a harbinger of further unrest to come.
Cambodia’s Ruling Party Claims Landslide Win in Election That Saw Opposition Suppressed
By Sopheng Cheang and David Rising
According to preliminary results, the Cambodian People's Party is on track to "win" 120 of the 125 seats in the National Assembly.
Autocratic Cambodian Leader Paving Way for Son, a West Point Graduate, to Rule
By David Rising
Hun Manet took his father's place at a large rally marking the conclusion of the CPP's campaign for Sunday's vote.
Pita’s Prime Ministerial Bid Has Ended. What’s Next For Thai Politics?
By Sebastian Strangio
By obstructing the Move Forward Party from forming the government, conservative forces are courting political crisis.
Vietnam Proposes to ‘Turn Off’ Internet For Law-breakers
By Sebastian Strangio
Under rules proposed by the Ministry of Information, ISPs and telecoms operators will be obliged to cut off users and organizations that "commit violations online."
Malaysia Announces Investigation Into Disappearance of Myanmar Activist
By Sebastian Strangio
Thuzar Maung was reportedly abducted from her Kuala Lumpur residence on July 4, along with her husband and three children.