Region
Southeast Asia
Vietnam Shipbuilding Capabilities in the Headlines With Patrol Vessel Deliveries to Nigeria
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The developments highlight Hanoi’s ongoing ambitions to increase the global reach of its shipbuilding capabilities.
What Will a New Philippines Military Chief Mean for the Country’s Security?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what the latest in a series of appointments may mean for the defense realm of the Southeast Asian state.
Why Myanmar Should Matter to India
By Archana Atmakuri and Mustafa Izzuddin
Myanmar is only country that sits at the intersection of India’s “Neighborhood First” policy and “Act East” policy.
Philippines’ ‘Smart City’ Threatens Tribal Displacement
By Bernice Beltran
The construction of New Clark City comes at a heavy cost to the indigenous Aeta tribe.
Deterrence and South China Sea Strategy: What Do the Latest China-Indonesia Natuna Tensions Tell Us?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at the broader implications of a recent episode for deterrence and the strategies of countries confronting China’s growing assertiveness in the South China Sea.
US-Philippines Ties: The De Lima Dilemma
By Michael Beltran
The Philippine government has threatened to introduce visa requirements for U.S. citizens after banning 3 U.S. senators, supporters of jailed Philippine Senator de Lima.
Can Timor-Leste Achieve a Balanced Development?
By Joao da Cruz Cardoso
The principal idea of development for Timor-Leste should be the wellbeing of the people rather than economic numerical indicators.
Indonesia’s Drug Crackdown in the Headlines with Australian Sentencing
By Associated Press
Two Australian men were sentenced this week for possessing cocaine in Indonesia.
The decision has spotlighted the ongoing crackdown on drugs under the Jokowi government.
Strained Myanmar-Bangladesh Security Ties in Focus With Border Conference
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The engagement spotlighted ongoing efforts by both countries to continue to manage a contentious aspect of their relations.
Asia Reassurance Initiative Act: Framework for a US Indo-Pacific Strategy?
By Carl Thayer
ARIA provides a comprehensive framework for U.S. policy and strategy in the Indo- Pacific region.
Eggs from Endangered Sea Turtle Stolen from Thai Beach
By Associated Press
Outraged local residents donated 50,000 baht ($1,660) for a reward to catch the thieves.
Duterte’s Drug War a Failure, Says Philippines Vice President
By Associated Press
Leni Robredo issued a scathing critique of the one of the president's most controversial policies.