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Southeast Asia
5G and Risk Mitigation: Asia’s Huawei Conundrum
By Ankit Panda
Can U.S. efforts to keep Huawei at bay succeed?
The Truth About Hun Sen and the Media in Cambodia
By David Hutt
Hun Sen’s recent comments belie the true relationship that he wishes to cultivate with the media.
Defense Ministers Meeting Puts the Focus on Indonesia-Malaysia Security Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The latest interaction spotlighted ongoing efforts by both countries to manage the defense aspect of their relationship.
Bangladesh Announces New Myanmar Curriculum Program for Rohingya Refugee Children
By Associated Press
Under a new partnership program with the United Nations, the children will receive a formal education using a Myanmar curriculum from grade 6 to 9.
South China Sea: US Littoral Combat Ship Conducts Freedom of Navigation Operation
By Ankit Panda
The FONOP marked the first known operation in the area so far in 2020.
After the ICJ Ruling, What Will the US Do for the Rohingya?
By Adam Kiedrowski
The recent ruling against Myanmar should spark a stronger response from the United States.
What’s Next for Vietnam’s Maritime Militia?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Vietnam’s development of so-called maritime militias continues to surface in the headlines within its wider range of capabilities.
First Australia Defense Secretary Brunei Visit Puts Bilateral Security Ties in Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction spotlighted ongoing efforts by both sides to foster collaboration in their defense ties.
International Rohingya Ruling Spotlights Suu Kyi’s Fall From Grace
By Associated Press
The decision again highlighted the once-revered democracy icon's troubles since she took power in Myanmar.
As Philippines Lowers Volcano Alert Level, Spotlight Shifts to Return and Recovery
By Associated Press
Though the government’s agency lowered the alert level, risks still remain and there are lingering questions about managing the aftereffects.
What Would Ending the US-Philippines Visiting Forces Agreement Actually Do?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
In the wake of Duterte’s latest threat, it is worth bearing in mind what potential impact the move may actually have.
What’s Next for Israel-Philippines Counterterrorism Cooperation?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted the future prospects for collaboration on this issue and beyond.