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Southeast Asia
Singapore’s First Terrorism Financing Charge Case in the Headlines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
An important case spotlighted the country’s ongoing challenge to counter terrorism.
Thailand: Thousands Run Against Dictatorship in Big Political Demonstration
By Associated Press
A protest in the Thai capital over the weekend constituted one of the biggest political demonstrations of its kind in years.
Asia’s Anxiety Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions in the Spotlight with Philippines Evacuation Kickoff
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s ongoing effort to evacuate its citizens has highlighted the challenges some Asian governments are facing in managing the fallout from recent tensions.
What Does Xi Jinping’s First Visit Mean for China-Myanmar Relations?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While Xi’s first trip to the country as president will be long on deliverables, they will belie more complex realities undergirding overall ties.
Recent Developments Surrounding the South China Sea
By Associated Press
A look at recent developments in the South China Sea, where China is pitted against smaller neighbors in multiple territorial disputes over islands, coral reefs and lagoons.
Lava Gushes from Volcano Near Manila; Tens of Thousands Flee
By Associated Press
Frequent tremors and inflation of the Taal volcano indicate a major and much more dangerous eruption could still happen.
Explaining Singapore’s Interest in the F-35B
By Robert Farley
How significant will the addition of the F-35B to the Republic of Singapore Air Force's inventory be?
What Are Singapore’s Domestic Priorities for 2020?
By Siow Yue Chia
A look at some of the key issues confronting the Southeast Asian state this year and beyond.
Deadly Clash Highlights Vietnam’s Land Dispute Challenge
By Associated Press
The incident was just the latest flare up in a simmering dispute, and it spotlights a wider problem.
Jakarta Floods: Yet Another Reminder of Indonesia’s Capital Woes?
By Luke Hunt
The recent incident once again highlighted the woes facing the capital city amid plans to shift it.
US State Department Approves F-35B Sale to Singapore
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Singapore is slated to procure 12 new F-35B Joint Strike Fighters for its air force.
A Gloomy Outlook for Thailand in 2020
By Erin Cook
The outlook for the year looks quite dim for the country due to a string of external and internal developments.