Southeast Asia

A new dam proposed by Laos threatens further damage to the troubled Mekong and its inhabitants.

The peace process slowly moves forward, while younger activists opt for Facebook over guns.

The disaster may affect the modernization of the military, with disaster relief favored over external defense.

Spectacular displays characterize one of Myanmar’s most renowned festivals.

Thailand’s politics, yet again, takes an extra-parliamentary turn.

India is stepping up its defense sales presence in Southeast Asia, an outgrowth of its Look East policy.

A recent amendment saves one drug mule. But should death for drug crimes be ended altogether?

Anger mounts as Manila’s struggles to cope with last week’s tragedy exposes some endemic issues.

Unanimous decision in favor of Cambodia’s claim to surrounding temple grounds.

A new arts complex in Hanoi reveals a generational shift.

Forty years after the oil shock Indonesia and the world are on the verge of another energy game changer.

Attempts to pass an amnesty bill have taken Thailand to the brink of yet another political crisis.