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Ethnic Karen Rebels Complete Capture of Strategic Myanmar Border Crossing

Ethnic Karen Rebels Complete Capture of Strategic Myanmar Border Crossing

By Sebastian Strangio
The fall of Myawaddy, a major hub of overland trade between Myanmar and Thailand, could have significant ramifications for the course of the country's conflict.
Philippine President Denies Secret Agreement On South China Sea

Philippine President Denies Secret Agreement On South China Sea

By Sebastian Strangio
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says that he is "horrified" by the prospect that his predecessor brokered a "gentleman's agreement" with Beijing over the maritime disputes.

Malaysia Orders Meta, TikTok to Formulate Plan for ‘Harmful’ Content

Malaysia Orders Meta, TikTok to Formulate Plan for ‘Harmful’ Content

By Sebastian Strangio
With right-wing rhetoric proliferating online, the Anwar government has been forced to walk a fine line between free speech and censorship.

Cambodia’s Cyber-Slavery Trafficking Denials Reflect Official Complicity, Experts Say

Cambodia’s Cyber-Slavery Trafficking Denials Reflect Official Complicity, Experts Say

By David Whitehouse
Despite growing evidence that Cambodia has become a source of industrial-scale cyber-scams, the authorities continue to downplay the extent of the problem.

Thailand Ready to Accept 100,000 Refugees, Foreign Minister Says

Thailand Ready to Accept 100,000 Refugees, Foreign Minister Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The impending fall of the border town of Myawaddy to ethnic Karen rebels has raised fears of junta air attacks that could drive thousands of civilians into Thailand.
The Road to the First Japan-Philippines-US Trilateral Summit

The Road to the First Japan-Philippines-US Trilateral Summit

By Mico A. Galang
The road to the historic meeting was paved by the growing security cooperation between and among the three countries. 

Malaysian Firm Removes Shoes From Sale Over Religious Complaints

Malaysian Firm Removes Shoes From Sale Over Religious Complaints

By Sebastian Strangio
Just weeks after the "Allah socks" scandal, a Malaysian shoe company has found itself at the center of another conservative culture war controversy.
Indonesia’s Scorpene Submarine Deal With France, Explained

Indonesia’s Scorpene Submarine Deal With France, Explained

By James Guild
Under the terms of the long-awaited deal, two of the French submarines will be built in Indonesia by the state shipbuilding firm PT PAL.

Thailand Confirms Myanmar Military Evacuation Flight Request After Latest Resistance Gains

Thailand Confirms Myanmar Military Evacuation Flight Request After Latest Resistance Gains

By Sebastian Strangio
The fall of the town of Myawaddy to resistance forces could shift the battlefield and diplomatic dynamics of the country's conflict.

What Can Be Done to Boost Indonesia-Central Asia Relations?

What Can Be Done to Boost Indonesia-Central Asia Relations?

By Jeniar Nelsus Mooy
Distance and weak connectivity are major challenges, but there is the potential for a stronger partnership that would benefit the two regions' people and business communities.

As Electronics Suppliers Shift Away From China, They Can’t Lose Sight of Climate Goals

As Electronics Suppliers Shift Away From China, They Can’t Lose Sight of Climate Goals

By Xueying Wu
Shifting production away from China can also mean moving away from clean energy sources. Companies must keep that in mind.
Challenges Ahead for Indonesia’s Interfaith Couples

Challenges Ahead for Indonesia’s Interfaith Couples

By Hartini
An Indonesian Supreme Court decision in 2023 made it harder for interfaith couples to have their marriages recognized.

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