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UN General Assembly Denies Junta Bid for Myanmar Seat

UN General Assembly Denies Junta Bid for Myanmar Seat

By Sebastian Strangio
The decision is a victory for the opposition National Unity Government – but will the U.N.'s various agencies follow suit?
Philippine Communist Party Founder Dies in Exile at 83

Philippine Communist Party Founder Dies in Exile at 83

By Associated Press
Jose Maria Sison had lived in self-exile in The Netherlands since his release from prison in 1986.

How Vietnam Can Balance Against China, on Land and at Sea

How Vietnam Can Balance Against China, on Land and at Sea

By Khang Vu
Vietnam’s proximity to China and lack of strategic depth limit its options in forming security partnerships with other great powers.

They Survived A Devastating Earthquake. Now The Real Challenges Begin.

They Survived A Devastating Earthquake. Now The Real Challenges Begin.

By Aisyah Llewellyn
Indonesia's recent earthquake has faded from the headlines, but the challenges of reconstruction might last for years.

‘Where is Sombath?’: After 10 Years, the Question Remains Hanging

‘Where is Sombath?’: After 10 Years, the Question Remains Hanging

By Sebastian Strangio
Despite a decade of calls from U.N. officials and human rights groups, there is still no word as to the ultimate fate of Lao civil society leader Sombath Somphone.
Vietnam’s Shaky Crusade Against Online ‘Trash Culture’

Vietnam’s Shaky Crusade Against Online ‘Trash Culture’

By Le Nguyen Duy Hau
In the absence of firm principles, Vietnam’s ambitious effort to combat malicious online content has been guided by public outrage.

Asian Nations Among the Worst Jailers of Journalists: Report

Asian Nations Among the Worst Jailers of Journalists: Report

By Sebastian Strangio
According to Reporters Without Borders, 2022 saw a record number of media workers detained globally.
After the Astana Anyar Bombing: A Critical Overview of Indonesia’s CVE System

After the Astana Anyar Bombing: A Critical Overview of Indonesia’s CVE System

By Alif Satria
Indonesia’s post-arrest countering violent extremism programs are intended to help prevent recidivism. What are the system's current shortcomings?

Rebuilding Cambodia and Leaving

Rebuilding Cambodia and Leaving

By Luke Hunt
A conversation with Margaret Bywater.

Malaysian Court Lifts Stay on Deportation of Myanmar Nationals

Malaysian Court Lifts Stay on Deportation of Myanmar Nationals

By Sebastian Strangio
Rights groups have protested the decision, which they say could expose a group of 114 people to mistreatment on their return.

‘Full Steam Ahead’ for Singapore’s Tuas Port

‘Full Steam Ahead’ for Singapore’s Tuas Port

By Sribala Subramanian
For the wealthy city-state, building a bigger and smarter port is a necessity.
Philippines Confirms New Envoy to China

Philippines Confirms New Envoy to China

By Mong Palatino
The retired foreign correspondent, who has lived in China since 1971, has vowed to build trust with Beijing, while standing up for Philippine interests.

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