Region
Southeast Asia
Philippine Leader Vows Recovery but Quiet on Human Rights
By Jim Gomez
Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s first State of the Nation speech was upbeat, but activists said it suffered "from a crisis of clarity, direction, and vision."
Why is Vietnam’s VinFast Building an EV Factory in the United States?
By James Guild
The upstart auto maker is hoping that offshoring its manufacturing to the U.S. will help it tap into the growing American demand for electric vehicles.
Indonesia’s Jokowi Embarks on East Asian Tour Ahead of G-20 Summit
By Sebastian Strangio
The Indonesian leader's visits to China, Japan, and South Korea are aimed at garnering support for his domestic economic agenda.
Russia is Gaining an Indo-Pacific Foothold Through Myanmar
By Mohamed Zeeshan
While the West continues to try to isolate and punish Russia for the war in Ukraine, elsewhere Moscow is widening its reach and influence.
Myanmar Junta Executes Four Political Prisoners, Courting Further Isolation
By Sebastian Strangio
The state-sanctioned killings have likely snuffed out any chance of the country's conflict being settled through peaceful negotiations.
Thai PM Survives Vote of Confidence, Setting Stage for 2023 Election
By Sebastian Strangio
Saturday's vote ensures that Prayut Chan-o-cha will serve out the remainder of his term as prime minister.
Islamic State’s Expansion in Africa and its Implications for Southeast Asia
By Jasminder Singh and Rueben Dass
Will the group's call for hijrah (migration) to Africa prompt Southeast Asian Muslims to join the struggle?
International Court of Justice Rejects Myanmar Claims, Will Hear Rohingya Genocide Case
By Mike Corder
The ICJ rejected the Myanmar government’s argument that Gambia had no standing to file the case.
Philippines’ Martial Law Era Remembered Under a New Marcos Presidency
By Jim Gomez
Activists are keen to push back against propaganda that has portrayed the late dictator's reign as a "golden era."
Myanmar Army’s Use of Landmines Amounts to War Crimes, Says Amnesty
By Sebastian Strangio
The rights group said that it had “received credible information” that the Myanmar military has laid landmines in at least 20 villages in Kayah State.
Why Vietnam Should be Worried About Laos’ Economic Crisis
By Khang Vu
The country's travails could deepen China's influence and destabilize the longstanding alliance between Hanoi and Vientiane.
Indonesia on the Cusp of BrahMos Missile Purchase: Report
By Sebastian Strangio
Should it eventuate, the deal would see New Delhi consolidate its position as the region's second partner of choice for supersonic missile purchases, after Russia.