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Southeast Asia
Malaysia Central Bank Cuts Key Rate Amid Coronavirus Outbreak and Political Turbulence
By Associated Press
Malaysia's central bank reduced its key overnight policy rate, citing worsening economic conditions.
Prayut’s Ukraine Tank Deal Defense Highlights Thailand’s Broader Security Challenge
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The premier’s defense of the deal in parliament was just the latest manifestation of heightened scrutiny on Thailand's defense policy.
Upcoming Helicopter Delivery Highlights Malaysia’s Defense Capabilities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The confirmation of the delivery puts the focus on one platform within Malaysia’s wider military capabilities.
Fault Lines Linger Behind Singapore’s Coronavirus Containment
By Jasmine Chia and Yong Poh Han
The city-state has been praised for its efficient response, but the headlines hide racial, class, and religious tensions simmering beneath the surface.
What Would a Muhyiddin Premiership Mean for Malaysia’s Domestic Politics and Foreign Policy?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the newly appointed prime minister’s position is far from unchallenged, it is worth looking at what his reign might mean for the country’s domestic politics and foreign policy.
Philippines Mall Standoff Ends with Freed Hostages
By Associated Press
A recently dismissed security guard freed his hostages, ending a daylong hostage crisis in an upscale commercial district near the police and military headquarters.
The Palm Oil Conundrum in EU-ASEAN Relations
By Naila Maier-Knapp
Palm oil tensions between the EU and Indonesia and Malaysia continue to be a point of contention in the group’s ties with Southeast Asian countries.
New Southern Philippines Deployment Puts Brunei Security Engagements into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The development highlighted Brunei’s continued role in the southern Philippine peace process and its role in regional security issues.
US-Indonesia Defense Relations in the Spotlight With Legislative Approval
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The green lighting of previous defense arrangements highlighted the security aspect of the bilateral relationship between the two countries.
What’s in the New Indonesia-Philippines Defense Industry Deal?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides inked a new agreement to help make further advances in the security realm.
Mahathir Suffers Blow in Malaysia Power Battle as Supporters Abandon Him
By Associated Press
The now interim premier suffered two key setbacks in the country's shifting political dynamics this week.
Thai Prime Minister and Colleagues Survive Censure Vote
By Associated Press
Thailand's prime minister and five of his fellow Cabinet members on Friday defeated non-confidence motions filed against them in Parliament.