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Malaysia: Is Barisan Nasional Growing in Strength?

Malaysia: Is Barisan Nasional Growing in Strength?

By Alifah Zainuddin
The six-decade-old grand old coalition, led by UMNO, remains in a much weaker state, but it will inevitably be looking to build on its winning momentum.
Concerns Rise Over Indonesia’s Sputtering Virus Vaccinations

Concerns Rise Over Indonesia’s Sputtering Virus Vaccinations

By David Rising and Edna Tarigan
Vaccine hesitancy in the predominantly Muslim country can be traced to apprehensions that shots other than the Chinese-made Sinovac are not "halal."

Bangladesh Sends Hundreds More Rohingya Refugees to Island

Bangladesh Sends Hundreds More Rohingya Refugees to Island

By Julhas Alam
Dhaka says that the relocation of refugees to the low-lying island is a temporary arrangement; they will eventually have to return to Myanmar.

In Post-Coup Myanmar, Women Face Systemic Campaigns of Terror and Assault

In Post-Coup Myanmar, Women Face Systemic Campaigns of Terror and Assault

By Maggi Quadrini
The annual 16-day campaign against gender-based violence should draw attention to the urgent need to protect women and girls in Myanmar.

APEC 2022: Time and Momentum Are Not On Thailand’s Side

APEC 2022: Time and Momentum Are Not On Thailand’s Side

By Tita Sanglee
In the face of mounting domestic concerns, Thailand will have a hard time trying to smoothly run APEC meetings in 2022.
Timor-Leste Is Facing a Make-or-Break Moment

Timor-Leste Is Facing a Make-or-Break Moment

By Avelino Dos Santos Da Costa
Diversifying the economy, which is massively dependent on oil and gas, is the biggest task facing Timor-Leste. The time is now, and every second counts.

Japan, Vietnam Look to Cyber Defense Against China

Japan, Vietnam Look to Cyber Defense Against China

By Mari Yamaguchi
The cybersecurity agreement comes two months after the two countries struck a deal under which Japan will provide defense equipment and technology to Vietnam.
Myanmar’s Army Is Fighting a Multi-Front War

Myanmar’s Army Is Fighting a Multi-Front War

By Robert Bociaga
Is the Tatmadaw getting overstretched?

Indonesia’s Participation at COP26

Indonesia’s Participation at COP26

By Noto Suoneto and Gracia Paramitha
From deforestation to coal use, Indonesia was in the spotlight during the U.N. Climate Change Conference in Glasgow.

Thailand’s PTT Makes Its Electric Vehicle Play

Thailand’s PTT Makes Its Electric Vehicle Play

By James Guild
PTT is a multi-billion-dollar behemoth entirely structured around the exploration, processing, and trading of fossil fuels. So why is it leaning hard into the EV sector?

Philippine Supply Boats Reach Marines at China-guarded Shoal

Philippine Supply Boats Reach Marines at China-guarded Shoal

By Jim Gomez
According to the Philippines' defense secretary, the resupply boats reached the shoal without a Philippine military escort in accordance with a Chinese request.
The Benefits of Expanding the India-Russia Partnership in Southeast Asia

The Benefits of Expanding the India-Russia Partnership in Southeast Asia

By Don McLain Gill
India and Russia have both been hesitant about expanding their influence in the region. Synchronizing their efforts could help overcome those concerns.

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