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Thailand to Convene Regional Meeting on Myanmar Conflict

Thailand to Convene Regional Meeting on Myanmar Conflict

By Sebastian Strangio
The “open-ended consultative meeting" on the country's conflict will reportedly take place on December 22.
Why Economic Nationalism is on the Rise in Southeast Asia

Why Economic Nationalism is on the Rise in Southeast Asia

By James Guild
Indonesia reflects the growing global trend of nations intervening in markets in pursuit of domestic development and strategic goals.

Why Can’t a Nation of 276 Million People Field a Decent Soccer Team?

Why Can’t a Nation of 276 Million People Field a Decent Soccer Team?

By William Yuen Yee
Despite the Indonesian public's passion for the world game, the "Red and White" have consistently under-performed on the global stage.

Malaysian PM Survives Confidence Vote, Stabilizes Government

Malaysian PM Survives Confidence Vote, Stabilizes Government

By Sebastian Strangio
Anwar Ibrahim has secured the support of a healthy majority, but there are no ironclad guarantees over the longer term.

Thai Navy Searching for 31 Missing Sailors After Ship Sank

Thai Navy Searching for 31 Missing Sailors After Ship Sank

By Tassanee Vejpongsa and Chalida Ekvitthayavechnukul
Survivors described chaotic scenes as the HTMS Sukhothai went down in rough seas in the Gulf of Thailand.
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.
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?

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