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Southeast Asia
Indonesia Primed for US Fighter Jet Sale: Report
By Sebastian Strangio
The country's air force has taken a step toward its long-held goal of upgrading its fleet of F-16 fighter jets.
Vietnam’s Balancing Act Between Biden and Trump
By Du Nhat Dang
Hanoi has had to tread carefully during a fraught period of transition in Washington.
Report Details Controversial Purchases of Myanmar’s Military
By Sebastian Strangio
Some of the army's purchases could well be in violation of a European arms embargo.
Why Sweden Chose to Shut Its Embassy in Cambodia
By Bunna Vann
The decision cannot be separated from the country's sharp authoritarian turn since 2017.
In Thailand, a Political Movement’s Choice of Logo Prompts Controversy
By Sebastian Strangio
The choice has prompted a debate as to whether the useof communist imagery will help or hinder the protesters' cause.
Cambodia Vaccine Push Offers Window Into Elite Networks
By Sebastian Strangio
A list of prominent vaccine fund donors constitutes a who's who of the country's economic elite.
ASEAN Urged to Treat the Environment as a Human Rights Issue
By Luke Hunt
Southeast Asian countries rank among the worst in the world for forest loss, climate-related disasters, and air pollution.
Thailand’s Debt Dilemma
By James Guild
The nation is hoping to pump stimulus into the economy while maintaining a stable currency. Can it thread the needle?
The LGBT Community Joins the Thai Protests
By Ana Salvá
Renewed demands for equal rights from Thailand’s LGBT activists have accompanied the recent pro-democracy protests.
COVID-19: A Regional Response Is Key for ASEAN
By Deepali Khanna and Nicola Nixon
Recovering from the coronavirus pandemic necessitates a robust regional response.
What Happened During Trump’s Unannounced Meeting with Indonesian Minister?
By Simon Tran Hudes
The secretive nature of the meeting does little to allay the ethical concerns surrounding the president's business dealings in Indonesia.
Indonesia Braces for Regional Elections Amid COVID-19 Surge
By Sebastian Strangio
The election risks further accelerating the spread of the disease throughout the country.