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Southeast Asia
Philippines Enters National Emergency as Coronavirus Outbreak Fears Grow
By Associated Press
The Congress-approved national emergency authorizes the president to launch a massive aid program and tap private hospitals and ships in fighting the outbreak.
What’s in the New Indonesia F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Chatter?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Speculation continues regarding how Jakarta will move forward on a longstanding requirement in its defense plans.
What Does the New Double Explosive Attack Mean for Southern Thailand’s Insurgency?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent incident spotlights the difficulty of resolving one of Asia’s deadliest ongoing conflicts.
How Singapore’s Military Is Fighting COVID-19
By Vivian Ng
The Singapore Armed Forces are not just performing crucial tasks – their presence is a powerful part of the nation’s psychological defense against the disease.
COVID-19: Countering the Economic Contagion
By Manuel M. Dayrit and Ronald U. Mendoza
Preventive steps to prevent infection may produce an economic crisis that risks exacerbating poverty, hunger, and health issues.
Thailand’s Big Water Challenge
By Kanokwan Manorom
Water shortages remain a huge problem for the Southeast Asian country.
Are Thailand Kickboxing Matches Ticking Coronavirus Timebombs?
By Associated Press
As of this past weekend, confirmed cases from three boxing stadiums in Bangkok totaled just over a quarter of the national coronavirus case total.
Virtual Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Highlights Indonesia-Malaysia Cooperation Amid Growing Coronavirus Challenge
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The engagement spotlighted the development of ties amid wider domestic and regional changes.
Frigate Combat System Upgrade Testing Highlights Indonesia’s Maritime Capabilities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Jakarta continues to add to its capabilities in spite of the challenges that remain.
Remembering Cambodia’s 1970 Coup
By Andrew Nachemson
A look back at a significant development in the country with implications that continue to play out today.
Thailand Tightens Restrictions Amid Growing Coronavirus Fears
By Associated Press
The country is firming up regulations regarding international travel and domestic movement, even as the government worries about the economic impact.
Indonesia’s Stalled Coronavirus Response
By Asmiati Malik
Jokowi's unscientific approach in fighting the coronavirus may backfire.