Region
Southeast Asia
Myanmar Stumbles on Press Freedom
By Bridget Di Certo
Despite the lifting of censorship, journalists in Myanmar still face intimidation.
Indonesia: Lessons for the World
By Edward Parker
While the country faces multiple challenges, it is important to remember how far it has come.
Cambodia’s People Power
By Peter Maguire
Cambodian protests look set to continue as the opposition senses government weakness.
Cambodia: A Dangerous Game of Brinkmanship
By Phoak Kung
The parties must begin talks before Cambodia passes the point of no return. But how to make that happen?
The Human Tragedy of West Papua
By Gemima Harvey
The suspicious death of a rebel leader is the latest in a long line of alleged human rights abuses.
Myanmar’s ASEAN Chairmanship: Lessons from Cambodia
By Justine Drennan
Will nascent reforms enable Myanmar to avoid a repeat of Cambodia’s notorious term?
Thailand on the Brink
By Mark Fenn
As the capital Bangkok braces for a shutdown, the turmoil looks set to continue.
Cambodia: An Interview with Opposition Leader Sam Rainsy
“Hun Sen is an anachronism. He’s finished. It’s only a matter of time.”
Southeast Asia: 10 Trends to Watch For in 2014
By Prashanth Parameswaran
From Thai turmoil to ASEAN integration, it promises to be an interesting year for the region.
Cambodian Democracy Takes a Big Blow
By Luke Hunt
A weekend crackdown threatens the country’s increasingly fragile democracy.
Vietnam: Back to Organic?
By Elisabeth Rosen
Worried about food safety, Vietnamese look again at small-scale organic farming.
The U.S. Humanitarian Presence in Southeast Asia
By Zachary M. Hosford
U.S. humanitarian and disaster response capabilities are unmatched. It should work to keep them that way.