Southeast Asia

The killing of al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden may be a blow to militants. But in Southeast Asia as elsewhere, terrorism still looms large.

The latest clash between Cambodia and Thailand has underscored the need for a regional peacekeeping force. Indonesia should push for one now.

Domestic politics could be pushing leaders of the two countries to more intense conflict as thousands flee border fighting.

When climate change negotiators can barely agree on an agenda, it’s hard to be optimistic about such UN gatherings. Stephen Minas reports from Bangkok.

The Cambodian government’s plan to require that NGOs be registered is just an excuse to stifle legitimate protests, activists say.

Evictions from a Phnom Penh slum and a controversial World Bank project underscore the seriousness of Cambodia’s land disputes.

A new media law has been widely criticized as further curtailing press freedom in Vietnam. But the situation is more complex than many think.

Burma has taken its first steps away from military dictatorship. There’s a long way to go, but sanctions should be halted, says Marie Lall.

Decades after US forces exited the Vietnam War the remnants of a CIA-backed force of Lao villagers still live in fear in the jungle.

While the international media focuses on Red and Yellow Shirt clashes and a temple spat, a deadly rebellion still brews in Thailand’s south.

Southeast Asia’s Golden Triangle has seen a jump in opium production. Will Laos ever be allowed to cash-in legally on its booming crop?

Clashes between Cambodian and Thai forces over a temple are a sign of what’s to come if Thailand tries to take it, says Michael Hayes.