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Two Decades After the Bali Bombings, A Peace Park

Two Decades After the Bali Bombings, A Peace Park

By Luke Hunt
The attack testified to the horrifying vision of the now-defunct Jemaah Islamiyah, which aimed to establish an Islamic Caliphate in Southeast Asia.
Malaysia’s Mahathir, 97, to Run in Malaysia’s General Elections

Malaysia’s Mahathir, 97, to Run in Malaysia’s General Elections

By Eileen Ng
Mahathir says he’ll run to defend his seat, but hasn’t said whether he’d pursue the prime minister role again.

Thai PM Orders Gun, Drugs Crackdown After Daycare Center Massacre

Thai PM Orders Gun, Drugs Crackdown After Daycare Center Massacre

By Sebastian Strangio
The ghastly mass shooting in Nong Bua Lamphu Province has cast a light on the inadequacy of the country's current gun control regulations.

How Malaysia’s Election Could Affect the Conflict in Myanmar

How Malaysia’s Election Could Affect the Conflict in Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah has pushed for a more robust ASEAN response to Myanmar's crisis. But he's no guarantee to remain in his post beyond the election.

Malaysian PM Dissolves Parliament, Calls Snap Polls

Malaysian PM Dissolves Parliament, Calls Snap Polls

By Eileen Ng
Amid feuding with its allies, the ruling UMNO party is banking on a decisive victory at elections expected to be held in early November.
Imprisoned Duterte Critic Held Hostage During Escape Attempt

Imprisoned Duterte Critic Held Hostage During Escape Attempt

By Sebastian Strangio
The "near death experience," as former Senator Leila de Lima characterized it, highlights the peril she has faced since her imprisonment on spurious drug charges in 2017.

Alleged Malaysian Wildlife Trafficker Extradited to US

Alleged Malaysian Wildlife Trafficker Extradited to US

By Sebastian Strangio
Teo Boon Ching has been accused of running a smuggling network that funneled rhino horn and other products from Africa to customers in China and Vietnam.
Opposition Politician Found Guilty of Defaming Cambodian Ruling Party

Opposition Politician Found Guilty of Defaming Cambodian Ruling Party

By Luke Hunt
Son Chhay of the Candlelight Party has been ordered to pay $750,000 for questioning the fairness of this year's commune election.

Marking Philippine President Marcos Jr’s First 100 Days

Marking Philippine President Marcos Jr’s First 100 Days

By Michael Beltran
The party boy president laid out lofty goals when he came into office, but has he delivered?

What Can Vietnam Learn from South Korea’s Style of ‘Mixed Governance’?

What Can Vietnam Learn from South Korea’s Style of ‘Mixed Governance’?

By Trien Vinh Le
South Korea’s socio-economic achievements demonstrate the need for a strong state regardless of the institutional system. 

Myanmar Junta Sentences Japanese Journalist to 10 Years in Prison

Myanmar Junta Sentences Japanese Journalist to 10 Years in Prison

By Sebastian Strangio
Kubota Toru, 26, was arrested in July while photographing and filming an anti-coup protest in Yangon.
Navigating Socialism, Security, and China in Laos-Vietnam Relations

Navigating Socialism, Security, and China in Laos-Vietnam Relations

By To Minh Son
Laos is important to China, but it is indispensable to Vietnam and its long-term security.

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