Region
Southeast Asia
An Australian Law Student Sets an Example for the ASEAN Way
By Luke Hunt
How to reshape attitudes on issues ranging from the Asian haze to the Mekong River.
ASEAN’s Challenges and the Way Forward
By Kimkong Heng
As the grouping turns 53, it faces old and new challenges, both internal and external.
Killing of Philippines Peace Consultant Sparks Scrutiny of Government Investigations
By Nick Aspinwall
The death of activist Randy Echanis drew criticism of Quezon City’s police force, along with government probes of politically motivated killings.
Thailand’s Deep South Insurgencies: Exploiting the Maritime Domain
By Michael van Ginkel
The movement of extremists and illicit goods through maritime transit routes may be facilitating Thailand’s insurgency in the deep south.
The Future of Democracy in Southeast Asia: More Discontent or Hope?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The trajectory of democracy and governance in the region deserves close attention due to its significant implications as well as the role of various actors in shaping its evolution.
EU Slaps Duties on Cambodia Exports Over Rights Concerns
By Associated Press
The decision hits the "Everything But Arms" — or EBA — program that Cambodia has with the EU.
From Rebels to Rulers: The Challenges of the Bangsamoro Government in Mindanao
By Miyoko Taniguchi
The newly created government already faced a steep learning curve, with the peace process at stake. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
China’s First Type 075 Amphibious Assault Ship Begins Sea Trials
By Robert Farley
Before long, the PLAN could have the dominant amphibious capability in the Western Pacific.
The Quiet Threat of Indonesia’s Jamaah Ansharul Khilafah
By V. Arianti and Muh Taufiqurrohman
In comparison with other pro-Islamic State groups, JAK’s strategic priority on religious outreach has resulted in few attacks perpetrated by the group.
Yvonne Tew on Courts and Constitutionalism in Malaysia
By Catherine Putz
The Najib ruling is “a step in the right direction on the path to constitutional redemption,” Tew says.
Unprecedented Open Criticism of King Aired at Thai Protest
By Associated Press
Student protesters aired grievances normally expressed in whispers in remarkably direct language.
Taxing Times in Southeast Asia
By Luke Hunt
Brights spots and where to put your spare cash amid the pandemic.