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Making Art and Finding an Edge in Cambodia

Making Art and Finding an Edge in Cambodia

By Luke Hunt
Luke Hunt interviews German filmmaker Nico Mesterharm about arts funding in Southeast Asia and his latest documentary.
Philippine President Vows to Defend Territory After Latest Maritime Clash

Philippine President Vows to Defend Territory After Latest Maritime Clash

By Sebastian Strangio
In two separate incidents over the weekend, Chinese vessels collided with and used water cannons against Philippine ships in contested parts of the South China Sea.

Will US-China Rivalry Spur the Transformation of Indonesia’s Critical Minerals Sector?

Will US-China Rivalry Spur the Transformation of Indonesia’s Critical Minerals Sector?

By Moch Faisal Karim
Compliance with the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act will be difficult. But it could bring Jakarta considerable long-term benefits.

Southeast Asia’s Brewing Refugee Crisis

Southeast Asia’s Brewing Refugee Crisis

By Lindsey Kennedy and Nathan Paul Southern
The impending closure of giant online scamming factories in eastern Myanmar could leave thousands of trafficking victims stranded.

US, UK, Canada Sanctions Target Southeast Asian Scam Operations

US, UK, Canada Sanctions Target Southeast Asian Scam Operations

By Sebastian Strangio
The coordinated sanctions have been imposed on those responsible for major criminal operations in Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar.
Indonesia Announces Visa Waivers In Order To Boost Tourism

Indonesia Announces Visa Waivers In Order To Boost Tourism

By Sebastian Strangio
The country has joined Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia in loosening entry regulations amid the region's sluggish tourism recovery.

China’s Leader Xi Jinping to Visit Vietnam Next Week

China’s Leader Xi Jinping to Visit Vietnam Next Week

By Sebastian Strangio
The trip comes on the heels of the Vietnamese government's significant diplomatic upgrades with the United States and Japan.
How Will Laos Handle Its 2024 Chairmanship of ASEAN?

How Will Laos Handle Its 2024 Chairmanship of ASEAN?

By To Minh Son
The communist-ruled nation takes the helm at a time of growing tumult in the the world and the region.

John McBeth, Asia’s Longest Serving Foreign Correspondent, Dies at 79

John McBeth, Asia’s Longest Serving Foreign Correspondent, Dies at 79

By Luke Hunt
McBeth was a standard bearer for big stories, honest and fair reportage.

Indonesians and Malaysians Keep Gaza in Their Prayers 

Indonesians and Malaysians Keep Gaza in Their Prayers 

By Sribala Subramanian
For Southeast Asia's Muslims, support for Palestine is rooted in national identity.

Thailand on Track to Meet Tourism Target for 2023, Government Says

Thailand on Track to Meet Tourism Target for 2023, Government Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The Tourism Authority of Thailand expects up to 28 million people to have visited the country by the end of this year.
How Will Indonesia Handle the Growing Number of Refugee Arrivals?

How Will Indonesia Handle the Growing Number of Refugee Arrivals?

By Sebastian Strangio
Jakarta is now pondering more permanent solutions to the increasing number of Rohingya refugees arriving in Aceh.

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