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Southeast Asia
Philippine Official Defends US Pact After Duterte Threat
By Associated Press
The Philippine foreign secretary warned that abrogating the Visiting Forces Agreement would threaten crucial security, trade, and economic interests.
The Singapore Model: Advocacy in an Authoritarian State
By Low Minmin
Singapore has a class of activists who have found ways to advocate within boundaries and avoid punishments.
Asia Reacts to the Coronavirus Epidemic
By Ankit Panda
As much remains unknown about the disease’s potential economic and social impact, Asia braces for the worst.
China and Cambodia: Love in the Time of Coronavirus
By Shannon Tiezzi
Hun Sen's “special visit” to China was a high-profile show of support for Beijing's handling of the outbreak.
EU Confronts Make or Break Decisions for Vietnam and Cambodia
By David Hutt
Two upcoming calls will help define the European Union’s ties with the Southeast Asian countries.
Singapore-Indonesia Relations in the Headlines With President’s First State Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The visit spotlighted the management of the relationship and highlighted some newer areas of collaboration both sides are exploring.
Pakistan-Brunei Military Relations in Focus with Navy Chief Introductory Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction highlighted the defense aspect of the relationship between the two countries.
Indonesia’s Blasphemy Laws in the Headlines With Acquittal
By Associated Press
An Indonesian woman was acquitted of blasphemy charges for taking a dog into a mosque.
New Revelation of China-Cambodia Secret Visit Heightens Military Links Fears
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A new report deepens the concerns regarding China’s military influence in Cambodia.
The Indonesian Government Needs to Step Up Its Commitment to Human Rights
By Fadhilah Fitri Primandari
Jokowi was elected in part due to his promises on human rights, but there has been little concrete progress over the past five years.
Myanmar’s Contested Civil-Military Relations in the Spotlight With New Spat
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent incident served as yet another reminder of the complex and contested dynamics of civil-military relations in the country and the sensitivities therein.
Rohingya Case: International Court Begins Gathering Evidence
By Associated Press
A court official said a team of investigators is visiting Rohingya refugee camps to collect evidence, and that justice will be delivered whether Myanmar cooperates or not.