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Cambodian PM Orders Authorities to Hunt Down Exiled ‘Extremist’ Poet
By Sebastian Strangio
The move is the latest in a string of almost comically excessive attempts to stamp out any and all sources of political opposition.
ASEAN Envoy Cancels Planned Myanmar Trip Due to Junta Stonewalling
By Sebastian Strangio
ASEAN's patience with the junta is wearing thin. But can it muster the consensus necessary to take a harder line?
Why Vaccine Hesitancy is Rising Among Thailand’s Youth
By Wichuta Teeratanabodee
Many young Thais are deeply suspicious of the current government and its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Indonesia to Use State Budget for Cost Overrun on Chinese Rail Project
By Sebastian Strangio
Since its inception in 2015, the headline BRI project has seen repeated delays and inflated costs.
AUKUS: A New Justification for Thailand’s Submarine Acquisition Plans?
By Tita Sanglee
The new trilateral security partnership could bolster the Thai navy's long-standing submarine plans, but many obstacles remain.
After Killing, Bangladesh Launches Crackdown in Rohingya Camps
By Sebastian Strangio
Bangladeshi police have made nearly 40 arrests, including five in connection with last month's murder of a prominent Rohingya advocate.
Indonesia’s Climate Commitments Ahead of the COP-26 Summit
By Noto Suoneto
The upcoming climate summit offers President Joko Widodo an opportunity to realize his vision of Indonesia as a “bridge builder” and global problem solver.
Singapore and the Philippines: From Zero-COVID-19 to Living With COVID-19
By Kenneth Y. Hartigan-Go and Ronald U. Mendoza
Though at opposite ends of the spectrum in their COVID-19 performances, both countries are feeling pressure to find a way to live with the virus.
Lawyer: Myanmar Ex-president Testifies He Refused to Resign
By Grant Peck
Former President Win Myint reportedly testified that he would “rather die” than resign as the Myanmar military had demanded.
Malaysian Defense Minister Hoping for ASEAN Consensus on AUKUS
By Sebastian Strangio
A consensus statement on the new partnership would be the beginning of its efforts to formulate a joint approach to burgeoning Sino-American rivalry.
Doubling Down on Tourism Today will Constrain Cambodia’s Policy Options Tomorrow
By Nay Darlin
COVID-19 has given Cambodia an opportunity to rethink its reliance on tourism. Will the government take it?
Seismic Shifts in Geopolitics and the Challenge for ASEAN
By Luke Hunt
Bradley Murg discusses Chinese debt, AUKUS, and grandiose ambitions.