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Southeast Asia
July 10, 2020
The Shifting Politics of Rohingya Refugees in Malaysia
By Piya Sukhani
As the Rohingyas became increasingly prominent in Malaysia, certain quarters have come to perceive them as a social, economic, and security threat.
July 10, 2020
Lawmakers Vote to Close Down Philippines’ Largest TV Network
By Associated Press
ABS-CBN stopped broadcasting in May. The rejection of its license renewal request this week takes it off the air for good.
July 10, 2020
Philippine Court Asked to Annul Anti-Terror Law Amid Concerns It Will Target Dissidents
By Nick Aspinwall
The new law has received sharp criticism from rights and legal groups. There’s also skepticism it will achieve its stated goal of countering terrorism in the Philippines.
July 09, 2020
Singapore General Elections: New Dawn for the Opposition?
By Keiren Goh
The PAP’s victory is a foregone conclusion, but don’t sleep on the changes remaking the opposition.
July 09, 2020
Facebook: Vietnam’s Fickle Partner-in-Crime
By Dien Luong
Vietnam’s government has been able to co-opt Facebook to act in its own interests – for now.
July 09, 2020
Philippines Virus Cases Soar Past 50,000 as Lockdown Eases
By Associated Press
Finding the balance between public health and reviving the economy has been fraught with dilemmas.
July 08, 2020
Hun Manet Still a Long Way From Cambodia’s Top Job
By Luke Hunt
Hun Sen’s number one son has the resume but needs broad support.
July 08, 2020
Who’s Helping Cambodia Weather COVID-19?
By Kimkong Heng and Len Ang
In explaining Cambodia’s relative COVID-19 success, it is vital to acknowledge the foreign aid and local donations that have poured in.
July 07, 2020
Singapore’s First Election Under the Fake News Law
By Paul Meyer
The correction and take-down orders issued under POFMA highlight the city-state’s strategy to stifle opposition and alternative press on social media.
July 07, 2020
Where Is Defense Reform in Malaysia Headed?
By Nik Mohamed Rashid Nik Zurin and Ivy Kwek
Malaysia’s planned defense reforms need implementing.
July 07, 2020
China’s Maritime Militia Vessels May Be Military Objectives During Armed Conflict
By James Kraska and Yusuke Saito
There is no universal definition for naval auxiliaries, but such ships are subject to the same treatment as warships during armed conflict.
July 06, 2020
Malaysian Prime Minister Faces a Leadership Challenge When Parliament Resumes
By Luke Hunt
Mahathir still has the support to influence his country’s politics.
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