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Southeast Asia

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The Rise of VietJet, Explained

The Rise of VietJet, Explained

By James Guild
The Vietnamese budget carrier has announced the acquisition of a $7.4 billion fleet of Airbus widebody aircraft.
Thai Court Charges Eight Over 2004 Massacre in Southern Thailand

Thai Court Charges Eight Over 2004 Massacre in Southern Thailand

By Sebastian Strangio
A second case has been opened in relation to the Tak Bai massacre, in which 85 Malay Muslims were killed by Thai security forces.

Malaysia Charges Businessman in Cult-Linked Child Sex Abuse Scandal

Malaysia Charges Businessman in Cult-Linked Child Sex Abuse Scandal

By Sebastian Strangio
Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings is accused of running a network of care homes where children were allegedly subject to systematic abuse.

What Could a Harris Administration Mean for Southeast Asia? 

What Could a Harris Administration Mean for Southeast Asia? 

By Sam Baron
Harris seems set to lead a more robust U.S. engagement with the region, but questions remain about how she would navigate trade, human rights, and security dynamics.

Why Rakhine State Could Become Myanmar’s First Truly Autonomous Region

Why Rakhine State Could Become Myanmar’s First Truly Autonomous Region

By Mung Sian Kim
Relatively free from foreign influence, the Arakan Army is poised to carve out a large autonomous statelet in western Myanmar.
Indonesian President’s Son Defends Private Jet Use to Anti-Corruption Agency

Indonesian President’s Son Defends Private Jet Use to Anti-Corruption Agency

By Sebastian Strangio
Kaesang Pangarep's luxurious trip to the United States has highlighted the privileges enjoyed by the country's political elite.

Death Toll From Typhoon Yagi Rises in Inundated Myanmar

Death Toll From Typhoon Yagi Rises in Inundated Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
The disaster has increased scrutiny on international organizations' decision to engage with the military State Administration Council.
A Philippine Withdrawal Hardly Marks the End of the South China Sea Clash

A Philippine Withdrawal Hardly Marks the End of the South China Sea Clash

By Sarang Shidore
The challenge for the various parties is to insulate the China-Philippines tussle from broader regional and global tensions.

Duterte Could Face Charges Over Fugitive Preacher, Philippine Lawmaker Says

Duterte Could Face Charges Over Fugitive Preacher, Philippine Lawmaker Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Rodrigo Duterte reportedly bragged that he knew of the whereabouts of Apollo Quiboloy before his arrest on September 8.

Envisioning the Asia-Pacific’s Feminist Future

Envisioning the Asia-Pacific’s Feminist Future

By Catherine Putz
The sheer diversity of feminist movements across the Asia and Pacific weaves into a singular tapestry telling a story of solidarity, striving, and dreaming of a better future.

Cambodia Frees Jailed Unionist Who Led NagaWorld Casino Strikes

Cambodia Frees Jailed Unionist Who Led NagaWorld Casino Strikes

By Sebastian Strangio
Chhim Sithar has vowed to continue fighting to improve wages and working conditions at the Phnom Penh entertainment complex.
India’s Struggle to Find a Meaningful Role in Southeast Asia

India’s Struggle to Find a Meaningful Role in Southeast Asia

By Sandeep Bhardwaj
To establish itself as a significant actor in the region, India needs to consciously seek common ground with Southeast Asian countries on fundamental questions of regional order. 

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