Region
Southeast Asia
The Battle Over the Mekong
By Tom Fawthrop
Vietnam’s Tourist Problem
Hanoi’s 1000th anniversary has brought an influx of visitors. But why are so few foreign? And why won’t they come back?
Love Thy Neighbour?
Malaysia and Indonesia have a shared history dating back centuries. But decades after independence they still can’t get along.
Indonesia’s Climate Experiment
By Stephen Minas
Why a US-Vietnam Nuclear Deal?
By Saurav Jha
Manila Crisis Still Playing Out
The hostage crisis has left Philippines President Benigno Aquino with some awkward choices, says Filipino lawmaker Mong Palatino.
Unique Lives that Inspire Asia
The Diplomat speaks with three women whose actions and ambitions help empower and enrich lives throughout Asia.
US Cosies up to Vietnam
Worried about China’s strengthening navy and South China Sea claim, the former adversaries are setting ideology aside.
Solving South China Sea Spat
Australia and the ICJ could help resolve the tensions over the South China Sea. China shouldn’t fear internationalization.
A Philippine Peace Process
Can the new Aquino administration broker a lasting peace agreement with the MILF in Mindanao? Luke Hunt and Karl Wilson report.
Why US Made Hanoi Move
The US was under pressure from ASEAN countries to step up over the South China Sea. But conflict with China isn’t inevitable.
India’s Shameful Burma Ploy
The red carpet welcome India offered Burma’s leader is aimed at countering China’s influence. He’s holding the two to ransom.