Southeast Asia

Shared wariness over China is the main reason the U.S. and Vietnam have embraced each other. But it shouldn’t be the only one.

Democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi and her National League for Democracy look to have scored key victories in by-elections in Burma on Sunday.

Burma is at a crossroads, politically and economically. Will it become Asia’s new economic tiger or remain isolated from the global economy?

Burma is likely to be the main talking point at next week’s ASEAN summit. But will they dare tackle China’s territorial claims?

Burma’s democratic icon is expected to take a seat in parliament following this weekend’s by-election. But is the junta using her as a fig leaf?

As Burma prepares for potentially groundbreaking by-elections on April 1, spare a thought for the man running against Aung San Suu Kyi.

Thailand’s lack of preparedness for floods in Bangkok frustrated Japan. But both countries have too much to lose to let ties stay sour.

The signs of reform in Burma are clear. But is the country changing too quickly – and will it be exploited by outsiders?

A trip to Burma by Canada’s foreign minister suggests a shift in policy toward the junta. It could also herald closer engagement with Southeast Asia.

Burma’s ruling junta may be receiving praise overseas for its apparent tilt toward democracy. But will the Karen people be won over?

The alleged Iranian attacks on Israeli diplomats underscore the changing face of terrorism. The fight is increasingly likely to be waged in Asia.

The British surrender of Singapore to the Japanese in 1942 should be instructive to U.S. policymakers eyeing China’s rise. War isn’t inevitable, but history is full of surprises.