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More Grim Tidings From Myanmar

More Grim Tidings From Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
A report from the U.N. Human Rights Office claims that conflict has affected 80 percent of the country's 330 townships over the past two years.
Vietnam-Australia Relations at 50

Vietnam-Australia Relations at 50

By Hai Hong Nguyen
The past half-century has witnessed a remarkable convergence of interests between the two nations, and there is a promise of closer cooperation to come.

Philippine Jeepney, Bus Drivers Begin Week-Long Transport Strike

Philippine Jeepney, Bus Drivers Begin Week-Long Transport Strike

By Sebastian Strangio
Transport groups oppose a government modernization plan that they say could threaten the country's iconic jeepney.

Malaysian Court Acquits Former PM Najib in 1MDB Audit Case

Malaysian Court Acquits Former PM Najib in 1MDB Audit Case

By Sebastian Strangio
The High Court ruling would appear to undermine the claim of the former leader's supporters that the cases against him are politically motivated.

Why Are Russians Buying Real Estate in Phuket?

Why Are Russians Buying Real Estate in Phuket?

By Sribala Subramanian
The Thai beach resort is viewed as a safe haven for overseas investment.
Why Indonesia is Backing Timor-Leste’s ASEAN Bid

Why Indonesia is Backing Timor-Leste’s ASEAN Bid

By Patrick Dupont
In less than a decade, Timor-Leste has gone from being a “pebble” in Indonesia’s shoe to a “good neighbor” of its former ruler.

Indonesian Judicial Body to Review Controversial Election Ruling

Indonesian Judicial Body to Review Controversial Election Ruling

By Sebastian Strangio
Last week, a district court ordered the country's election commission to cease all election preparations, potentially delaying next year's polls.
Cambodian Opposition Leader Sentenced to 27 Years Imprisonment

Cambodian Opposition Leader Sentenced to 27 Years Imprisonment

By Sebastian Strangio
Kem Sokha, the former head of the banned Cambodia National Rescue Party, has also been banned indefinitely from voting or running for office.

Philippine Senator Questions Scope of New US Security Agreement

Philippine Senator Questions Scope of New US Security Agreement

By Sebastian Strangio
Comments by Senator Imee Marcos, the sister of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., raise the question of where the outer limits of U.S.-Philippine cooperation lie.

Where Next for ASEAN-Japan Relations in a Changing Indo-Pacific?

Where Next for ASEAN-Japan Relations in a Changing Indo-Pacific?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides confront a challenging strategic context as they look to commemorate 50 years of diplomatic relations.

Marcos Allies Set to Approve Charter Change in Philippine Congress

Marcos Allies Set to Approve Charter Change in Philippine Congress

By Mong Palatino
The Philippine Congress is pushing forward with a plan for a constitutional convention, despite a long history of public opposition to amendments.
Vietnam’s Parliament Selects Vo Van Thuong as New President

Vietnam’s Parliament Selects Vo Van Thuong as New President

By Sebastian Strangio
The 52-year-old Politburo member replaces Nguyen Xuan Phuc, who was forced to step down in January in connection with a series of high-profile corruption scandals.

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