Southeast Asia

Vicky Bowman has been accused of violating a minor immigration regulation, but the true motivations of her arrest are clearly political.

Investment opportunities in the trade and commerce sectors, particularly related to transportation and the Middle Corridor, may prompt closer bilateral ties.

Demand for 5G-ready devices has slowed to a standstill in Southeast Asia.

Sam Rainsy has finally received his day in court – but in Paris rather than in Phnom Penh.

Like his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte, the newly elected leader has chosen ASEAN nations as the destination of his first state visits.

Partnerships between Indonesian and Chinese research institutes are an increasingly prominent part of Beijing's "soft power" strategy. Are they working?

Rosmah Mansor, 70, was accused of soliciting and receiving bribes in order to facilitate a contract to provide solar panels for schools in Borneo.

Increasing revelations in August about Taiwanese trafficked into Cambodia has become a significant political issue in Taiwan.

"We are actually in a climate crisis position, no longer just climate change," Indonesia’s environment minister said.

The former JI leader recently pledged his loyalty to the Indonesian state, but there are reasons to question the sincerity of his conversion.

The decision by the Fitch ratings agency testifies to the depth and unpredictability of the country's current economic crisis.

Indonesia’s accession to the 15-nation agreement is a reminder of the extent to which economics is a priority for many Asia-Pacific nations.