Region
Southeast Asia
Pacific Fleet Commander Introductory Visit Puts US-Singapore Naval Relations into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction spotlighted the ongoing activity in the naval aspect of the bilateral defense relationship.
The Future of the Five Power Defense Arrangements
By Li Jie Sheng
The FPDA, a nonbinding defense pact, plays an important role in the Southeast Asian region.
Singapore Maritime Security Response in Focus with Exercise Highcrest
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The latest iteration of the interagency exercise spotlighted the Southeast Asian state’s ongoing attention to the issue and its evolving approach.
What Does ASEAN’s Evolving Approach to the South China Sea Issue Mean for Vietnam?
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Though the regional grouping continues to have difficulties on the issue, it nonetheless remains important to Hanoi’s calculations.
ISIS in Asia After al-Baghdadi: Business as Usual?
By Ankit Panda
Al-Baghdadi’s death might not alter the Islamic State’s enduring presence in South and Southeast Asia.
Prabowo’s Uphill Tasks as Indonesia’s New Defense Minister
By Curie Maharani and Evan A. Laksmana
With the country facing manifold challenges, he will need to hit the ground running quickly.
What Happens After a Cambodia Opposition Party Comeback?
By David Hutt
A look at a range of scenarios that could follow a significant potential development.
Myanmar Court Gives Actors 1-Year Jail Term for Satire
By Associated Press
Myanmar's troubled record on free speech continues.
US to Downgrade East Asia Summit Participation in 2019
By Ankit Panda
Wilbur Ross will be the seniormost U.S. official at the 2019 East Asia Summit.
Thailand Seeks US Talks After Trade Privileges Loss
By Associated Press
The search for discussions comes after the loss of preferential trade privileges on a range of Thai exports including seafood.
After Baghdadi’s Death, What’s Next for Southeast Asia’s Terrorism Fight?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the development is a blow to the Islamic State, the implications for Southeast Asia’s wider struggle against terrorism are less clear.
ASEAN’s China Dilemma
By Trinh Le
China remains both an economic partner and a threat to the stability of the region.