Region
Southeast Asia
Myanmar’s Justice System Is Failing Survivors of Sexual Violence
By Wai Wai Nu and Maggi Quadrini
Myanmar's judiciary is driven by stakeholders more interested in protecting perpetrators than victims.
Coronavirus Hits Thailand Hard
By Austin Bodetti
The precipitous drop in visitors from China could represent as big a danger to Thailand as the virus itself.
The Philippines Moves to End US Visiting Forces Agreement: What Happens Next?
By Ankit Panda
The decision has kicked off a 180-day countdown that may be used for renegotiation.
EU Partially Withdraws Cambodia Trade Deal Amid Rights Concerns
By Andrew Nachemson
After months of speculation, the body has decided on a partial withdrawal of the Everything But Arms deal.
Will Vietnam’s War on Corruption Heat up in 2020?
By Hai Hong Nguyen
During a busy year, the future evolution of Hanoi’s anti-corruption efforts hangs in the balance.
EU Adopts New Vietnam Deals Despite Human Rights Concerns
By Associated Press
Lawmakers overwhelmingly approved the previously negotiated deals in spite of lingering issues.
What Will the Next China-Cambodia Golden Dragon Military Exercise Look Like?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at potential continuity and change in what would be the fourth set of drills between the two countries.
The Growing Indo-Pacific Dimension in Indonesia-Australia Relations
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction highlighted the convergences between the two countries in the wider strategic space amid continued challenges and limits.
Rohingya Boat Capsizes in Deadly Bay of Bengal Incident
By Associated Press
An overcrowded boat carrying about 138 Rohingya refugees from Bangladeshi camps sank Tuesday in the Bay of Bengal, Bangladeshi officials said.
Defense Minister Trip Puts Russia-Vietnam Security Ties into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted the defense aspect of the relationship between the two countries.
Military Chief Introductory Visit Spotlights Malaysia-Singapore Defense Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The visit highlighted the ongoing efforts by both sides to continue to advance the defense aspect of collaboration amid wider challenges.
The Significance of Ending the US-Philippines Visiting Forces Agreement
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what the nixing of the agreement could mean for the alliance and for the region.