Region
Southeast Asia
China-Thailand Military Ties in the Headlines With New Shipbuilding Pact
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The new deal spotlighted the security aspect of the relationship between the two countries.
Why is West Papua in Constant Turmoil?
By Bilveer Singh
The Indonesian territory has struggled for independence for more than 50 years.
What Would a US-Vietnam Strategic Partnership Really Mean?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of a potential redesignation of the bilateral relationship.
What's Next in the Battle for Southeast Asian History?
By Preeti Jha
Independent collectives in the subregion are building new platforms to give voice to alternative histories.
The Mekong Dimension of South Korea’s New Southern Policy with ASEAN
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Moon administration is upping its focus on Mekong countries as part of its wider approach to Southeast Asia.
Will Sam Rainsy’s Promised Cambodia Return Bring People Power Or Something Else?
By David Hutt
Despite the opposition figure’s optimistic assessment, the outlook following his possible return to Cambodia remains unclear.
What Lies Ahead for Philippines-Turkey Defense Relations?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides continue to highlight the promise for this aspect of bilateral ties in spite of the limitations that remain.
What’s in the First Spain Warship Voyage to the Philippines?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of the first such goodwill visit of its kind since the colonial era relationship between the two sides.
Can the Philippines Contain African Swine Fever?
By Jim Gomez
The country has been working to battle infections in affected villages in recent weeks.
What Did the 2019 ASEAN Air Force Chiefs Conference Achieve?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The meeting spotlighted one aspect of ongoing efforts to advance defense collaboration in this realm.
Army Chief Introductory Visit Puts the Focus on Singapore-Australia Military Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The trip highlighted the ongoing security collaboration between the two countries.
What Does Thailand’s New Defense Budget Say About its Future Military Outlook?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of the new budget numbers for the country.