Region
Southeast Asia
Remembering Indonesia’s Bloody Coup
By Nithin Coca
Fifty years ago this week Indonesia experienced one of the 20th century’s darkest moments.
Indigenous Communities and Biodiversity
By Gemima Harvey
Indigenous peoples often play a vital role in preserving biodiversity, something that is often forgotten.
Singapore’s Surprisingly Predictable Election Result
By Asit K. Biswas and Cecilia Tortajada
Most analysts were surprised that the ruling PAP did so well. They shouldn’t have been.
Cambodia and the Australian Asylum Seeker Deal
By Clothilde Le Coz
Cambodia agrees to welcome more refugees from Nauru, but analysts see a deadlock.
The Nine Ironies of the South China Sea Mess
By James Kraska
China’s policies in the region have created a dangerous mess, and an ironic one.
Myanmar: Shan Villagers and the Salween Dam Fight
By Dana MacLean
Development is sparking rising tensions in southeastern Myanmar.
Can the US Marines Help Build Indonesia’s Amphibious Capabilities?
By Grant Newsham and Swee Lean Collin Koh
The effort could play an important role in the rebalance.
Indonesia: Harvesting the Devil’s Gold
By Sugato Mukherjee
These Indonesian miners have one of the world's deadliest jobs.
Cambodia’s Montagnard Problem
By Brent Crane
The country has long struggled to deal humanely with the refugees from Vietnam’s Central Highlands.
Myanmar’s Candidate Controversies
By Yola Verbruggen
The opposition NLD is coming under fire for its choice of candidates, amid fears of a split within the party.
No Easy Win for Singapore’s PAP
By James Chin
All signs are pointing to a tough election for Singapore’s ruling People’s Action Party.
Malaysians Escalate Push For Najib’s Resignation
By Luke Hunt
The chorus of criticism directed at the Malaysian prime minister grows.