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Southeast Asia
Cambodian Treason Case Highlights Cold War Rivalries
By Ben Paviour
The case against Kem Sokha and the CNRP hearkens back to rivalries forged during Cold War proxy warfare.
Is Abu Sayyaf Really Defeated?
By Michael Hart
After the siege of Marawi and Isnilon Hapilon’s death, what is left of Abu Sayyaf?
Myanmar's Deadly Hot Air Balloon Festival
By Libby Hogan
The Taunggyi Tazaungdaing or Festival of Lights sees fireworks mixed with hot air balloons, all handled by amateurs.
Will Southern Thailand Turn to Jihad?
By Austin Bodetti
Only peace talks can keep Islamic State-style jihadism from coming to Thailand.
Islam and Identity Politics in Indonesia
By Neil Thompson
Rising Islamic conservatism, especially among youths, is a worrying trend for Indonesia.
Vietnam Wrestles With Christianity
By Seb Rumsby
Why hundreds of thousands of ethnic Hmong have converted to Christianity in Vietnam over the past 30 years.
Does Vietnam Have Trump’s Backing?
By Bennett Murray
Clarity sought in Hanoi ahead of President Donald Trump’s state visit.
The Mothers Who Fled Marawi
By Lorie Ann Cascaro
Pregnant women and their newborns are among the refugees displaced by conflict in the Philippines.
Want 4 Wives? In Indonesia, There’s an App for That
By Ana Salvá
A new social media app, along with high-profile practitioners, has Indonesia talking about polygamy.
The Christian Vigilantes Fighting Myanmar’s Heroin Epidemic
By Joshua Mcdonald
In Kachin state, locals have taken the war on drugs into their own hands.
Thailand's Royal Funeral
By Cory Wright
Over 350,000 Thais came to pay their respects at late King Bhumibol's Royal Cremation.
Saudi Arabia’s Footprints in Southeast Asia
By Naishad Kai-ren
Saudi Arabia's increased influence in Muslim-majority countries will have wider ramifications for ASEAN.