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Southeast Asia
Protesters Again Fill the Streets of Bangkok
By Cory Wright
Gathering at the Democracy Monument, protesters then marched on Government House, where the prime minister’s offices are located.
Philippine House Speaker Squabble Ends, Clearing Way for Budget Deliberations
By Nick Aspinwall
A disagreement over a term-sharing plan led to a standoff between two rivals for the House speaker position that almost turned ugly.
Japan’s Suga Set to Authorize Arms Sales to Vietnam
By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Suga is also promising to bolster Japan's economic engagement with Southeast Asian Nations.
No Taxation Without Climate Action
By David Hutt
As they grapple with COVID-19, Southeast Asian nations should not lose sight of the challenges posed by climate change.
Thailand Imposes ‘Severe’ State of Emergency to Quash Pro-Democracy Protests
By Sebastian Strangio
While the move will dampen public protests, it will do little to address the concerns that have pushed so many Thais into the streets.
Why Trump’s Anti-China Policy Falls on Deaf Ears in Southeast Asia
By Dino Patti Djalal
No Southeast Asian nation has been willing to support the Trump administration's hostile and ideological position on China.
Indonesian Special Envoy Visits China in Show of Cooperation
By Eleanor Albert
As Indonesia and China mark 70 years of relations, ties are marked by a tension between economic cooperation and ongoing maritime frictions.
Thai Democracy Protesters March Despite Police, Rival Groups
By Associated Press
Thai activists launched a massive third rally in Bangkok despite heavy security presence and counter-demonstrators' harassment.
After Lifting of Visa Ban, Indonesian Defense Minister Prepares for US Visit
By Sebastian Strangio
Prabowo Subianto's upcoming visit illustrates a tension that lies at the heart of U.S. policy towards the Indo-Pacific.
Australia Mulling Hefty Aid Injection for Lower Mekong Nations
By Sebastian Strangio
The injection of cash will mostly focus on the lower Mekong countries, which have recently seen a growing Chinese influence.
Indonesia’s New Omnibus Law Trades ‘Green Growth’ for Environmental Ruin
By Phelim Kine
The new legislation will do irreparable harm to Indonesia's environment. It could well turn away foreign investors, too.
Malaysia’s Anwar Meets King in Bid to Form New Government
By Associated Press
The perennial opposition leader failed to produce clinching evidence that he commands a parliamentary majority.