Region
Southeast Asia
Mindanao After Martial Law
By Nick Aspinwall
After 31 months of martial law following the siege of Marawi, both the military and insurgents are still firmly in place.
Does a Ban on Philippines Workers Going to Kuwait Really Make Sense?
By Henelito A Sevilla Jr
A closer look at an important policy position that has been taken by the Duterte administration.
The Significance of the First Cobra Gold Multilateral Cyber Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The engagement spotlighted the trend of growing multilateralization that has occurred within the drills over time.
First Submarine Visit Highlights Australia-Brunei Defense Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction highlighted ongoing efforts by both sides to develop the defense aspect of their relationship.
ASEAN Our Eyes Meeting Spotlights Counterterrorism Cooperation
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Southeast Asian states recently held the latest iteration of the minilateral engagement.
New Malaysian Prime Minister Unveils Revamped Cabinet
By Associated Press
The move came amid continued political and economic uncertainty in the Southeast Asian state.
The Islamization of Indonesia’s Foreign Policy
By Ashutosh Nagda
Indonesia’s summoning of the Indian ambassador over the Delhi riots points to a deeper trend.
What to Expect from Indonesia’s Indo-Pacific Push in 2020?
By Karl Lee Chee Leong
It’s time to take Indonesia’s Indo-Pacific push seriously.
Malaysia: Anti-Corruption Chief Quits After Pakatan Harapan’s Fall
By Associated Press
She is the second top official to quit following the breakup of the reformist ruling alliance.
Cobra Gold 2020: America’s Strategic Shift in Southeast Asia
By Zachary Williams
The debut of the F-35B at this year’s edition of the annual drill signals a shift in U.S. military presence in the region.
A Life Covering Corruption, Conflict, and Contemporary Politics in Southeast Asia
By Luke Hunt
A conversation with Australian foreign correspondent Craig Skehan and his decades in Southeast Asia.
Amid US-Philippines VFA Crisis, What Will the 2020 Balikatan Exercises Look Like?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the shape of the upcoming drills amid continuing uncertainty for the alliance.