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Southeast Asia
Vietnam’s Coronavirus Struggle: The Import Dimension
By Thoi Nguyen
Vietnam has not been immune from the issue of imported coronavirus cases.
Indonesia’s Virus Response and What It Tells Us About Global Health Governance
By Sukmawani Bela Pertiwi
Indonesia’s unique responses to the spread of infectious diseases give us a picture of the current state of global health governance.
Vietnam Toughens Coronavirus Crackdown With New Restrictions
By Associated Press
The prime minister said shopping malls, in-restaurant dining, bars, and other businesses that do not provide basic necessities must shut starting at midnight.
A Rohingya Coronavirus Catastrophe Looms if Their Internet Blackout Continues
By Sirazul Islam
Leaving the group cut off from the outside world leaves them especially vulnerable to COVID-19.
Beyond Port Visits, US-Vietnam Relations Can Go Further
By Matthew Dalton
There is ample room to expand the burgeoning U.S.-Vietnam relationship.
Why Southeast Asia Should Matter to Imran Khan’s Pakistan
By Sidra Tariq Jamil and Mustafa Izzuddin
As Khan seeks to break new ground in Pakistan's foreign policy, it's time to give ASEAN a closer look.
New Indonesia Terrorism Raid Nets Islamic State-Linked Suspects
By Associated Press
Indonesia's police anti-terrorism squad shot and killed one suspect and arrested two others in a raid on the main island of Java.
The Significance of a New Japan-Philippines Air Defense Radar System Deal
By Prashanth Parameswaran
If the deal is finalized as reports suggest, it would have strategic significance for Japan’s growing regional security role and for the bilateral relationship.
Assessing a Potential Coronavirus Lockdown in Indonesia
By Jefferson Ng
With skyrocketing COVID-19 cases, a lockdown might be in Jakarta’s future.
Amid Coronavirus Pandemic, Myanmar’s Armed Forces Soldier on
By Amara Thiha
Amid the COVID-19 outbreak, the Tatmadaw had to postpone its 75th anniversary celebrations. But don’t let that distract from its still-central role in the nation.
What Does Myanmar’s New Arakan Army Terrorist Designation Mean for the Country’s Security?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The move puts the focus on Naypyidaw’s approach to the group and the situation in Rakhine state amid wider political and security developments.
Philippines: Communist Rebels Declare Ceasefire Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
By Associated Press
Communist guerrillas said Wednesday they would observe a cease-fire in compliance with the U.N. chief's call for a global halt in armed clashes during the coronavirus pandemic.