Region
Southeast Asia
Dissident Myanmar Supermodel Granted Asylum in Canada
By Sebastian Strangio
The 23-year-old has vowed to “carry on the struggle for Myanmar” from abroad.
President Marcos’ Likely Foreign Policy Towards the Gulf States
By Asma Alkaabi and Alvin Camba
Good relations with the Middle East would support the Philippine leader's three main domestic policy priorities.
Why Vietnam’s Economic Future is Bright – and Growing Brighter
By Vincenzo Caporale
Despite some potential headwinds, Vietnam is well positioned to capitalize economically on the growing Sino-American competition.
Vietnam Becomes Asia’s Economic Leader as China’s Growth Decelerates
By Sebastian Strangio
Elsewhere in Southeast Asia, the picture was cautiously positive as the region's economies finally moved out of their pandemic-induced slumps.
Philippines Readies Crackdown on Chinese Online Gambling Operations
By Sebastian Strangio
An official said that the crackdown was prompted by "reports of murder, kidnapping and other crimes committed by Chinese nationals against fellow Chinese nationals."
Cambodia Needs to Move Past the Narrative of ‘National Salvation’
By David Hutt
For decades, politicians on all sides of the political spectrum have framed the country's choice as one between salvation and extinction.
Why Should ASEAN or Anyone Else Negotiate with the Tatmadaw?
By Luke Hunt
There is a growing consensus that the world should engage directly with the opposition National Unity Government.
Can ASEAN Currencies Hold Up as the Fed Raises Rates?
By James Guild
Despite the aggressive monetary tightening by the U.S. Federal Reserve, many regional currencies are holding up surprisingly well.
Powerful Typhoon Strikes North Philippines
By Jim Gomez and Aaron Favila
The most powerful typhoon to hit the Philippines this year slammed ashore in Burdeos town in Quezon province before nightfall on Sunday.
Myanmar Resistance Fighters Assassinate Retired General
By Sebastian Strangio
Ohn Thwin, 72, has become the highest-ranking figure to be killed by anti-regime guerrillas since last year's coup.
What Philippine President Marcos Said in New York
By Mong Palatino
The president's six-day working trip offered some glimpses into the priorities of his administration.
Lao Authorities Seize Another Huge Shipment of Methamphetamine
By Sebastian Strangio
The country's four largest meth seizures on record have come over the past 15 months – striking evidence of the scale of the recent Mekong drug production boom.