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Last Flights Out of Sittwe

Last Flights Out of Sittwe

By Naw Theresa
As resistance forces move within striking distance of the capital of Rakhine State, many of its inhabitants are seeking a way out.
Thai Court Announces Another Harsh Prison Sentence Under Royal Insult Law

Thai Court Announces Another Harsh Prison Sentence Under Royal Insult Law

By Sebastian Strangio
The 25-year jail term came just days after the Election Commission ordered the disbanding of a major opposition party for advocating the reform of the lese-majeste law.

Politics, Energy, and Nationalism: Thailand and Cambodia’s Overlapping Maritime Claims

Politics, Energy, and Nationalism: Thailand and Cambodia’s Overlapping Maritime Claims

By William J. Jones
The two countries have agreed to resolve their outstanding claims in the Gulf of Thailand, but will be forced to negotiate their way around a host of nationalist tripwires.

Former Thai PM Visits Hometown Chiang Mai For First Time in 17 Years

Former Thai PM Visits Hometown Chiang Mai For First Time in 17 Years

By Sebastian Strangio
Thaksin Shinawatra's quasi-official reception will do little to damp down rumors that he remains the real power behind the Pheu Thai-led government.

Vietnam and the Art of Choosing

Vietnam and the Art of Choosing

By Khang Vu
Far from "refusing to choose" in its foreign relations, the country has been canny at deciding when – and where – to partner with more powerful countries.
President Marcos to Meet US Secretary of State Amid South China Sea Tensions

President Marcos to Meet US Secretary of State Amid South China Sea Tensions

By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine leader said that the meeting will address closer maritime cooperation between the U.S., the Philippines, and Japan.

Indonesia’s Anies Baswedan To File Election Complaint at Constitutional Court

Indonesia’s Anies Baswedan To File Election Complaint at Constitutional Court

By Sebastian Strangio
Both losing campaigns are now pursuing a range of complaints against the conduct of the February 14 poll.
Another Aircraft Incident Highlights Indonesia’s Shaky Aviation Safety Record

Another Aircraft Incident Highlights Indonesia’s Shaky Aviation Safety Record

By Aisyah Llewellyn
Despite a string of fatal accidents, the country is struggling to improve safety standards in its aviation industry.

Malaysia’s State-Run Investment Funds Had a Mixed 2023

Malaysia’s State-Run Investment Funds Had a Mixed 2023

By James Guild
The performance of two major Malaysian funds demonstrates both the strength and weakness of forced savings policies.

The Philippine Coast Guard’s Modernization: An International Joint Effort

The Philippine Coast Guard’s Modernization: An International Joint Effort

By Josiah Gottfried
Over the past decade, the PCG has become a respectable force – with a little help from Manila's friends

Thailand-EU Free Trade Pact On Track for Completion in 2025, Thai PM Says

Thailand-EU Free Trade Pact On Track for Completion in 2025, Thai PM Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Srettha Thavisin is acting as a roving economic salesman on state visits to France and Germany this week.
Thai Election Commission Requests Dissolution of Move Forward Party

Thai Election Commission Requests Dissolution of Move Forward Party

By Sebastian Strangio
If the MFP is disbanded, the party's political energy is almost certain to re-emerge in an alternate, and likely more radical, form.

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