Region
Southeast Asia
Thailand’s Stimulus Program on Schedule for May Launch, PM Says
By Sebastian Strangio
There is still a lack of clarity about the government's plans to take out foreign loans to fund the $14.3 billion scheme.
Singapore Says It Will Join US-Led Red Sea Operation
By Sebastian Strangio
The commitment is consistent with the city-state's long commitment to norms and rules supporting unimpeded global trade.
Anwar Ibrahim, Anti-Semite?
By David Hutt
The Malaysian leader has long expressed strong, and at times contradictory, views on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
2023 Was a Wild Ride for Investment in Southeast Asia
By James Guild
The region is still feeling the economic reverberations of the U.S. Federal Reserve's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Indonesian Court Acquits Two Prominent Rights Defenders of Defamation
By Sebastian Strangio
Fatia Maulidiyanti and Haris Azhar were accused of defaming a senior member of President Joko Widodo's cabinet.
Where Does Anies Baswedan Stand on Indonesia’s Foreign Policy?
By Noto Suoneto
Of the three Indonesian presidential candidates, the former Jakarta governor has promised the largest break with President Joko Widodo's approach.
Why Cambodia’s Government Cannot Win Its Fight Against Corruption
By David Hutt
As demonstrated by the scourge of hit-and-run violence on the nation's roads, the political system rests on the idea that some people are more equal than others.
ASEAN Chair Laos Appoints Special Envoy on Myanmar
By Sebastian Strangio
The appointment of the veteran diplomat Alounkeo Kittikhoun is unlikely to do much to arrest the momentum of the country's conflict.
An Invisible Killer Hangs in the Air of Asia’s Cities
By Karn Vohra
Air pollution deaths increase by 150,000 in rapidly growing South and Southeast Asian cities.
Chinese Official Meets Myanmar Junta Chief as Rebels Capture Key Town
By Sebastian Strangio
The two sides pledged to "jointly maintain peace and stability on the China-Myanmar border" and fight telecom scam operations.
Cambodian Government Critic Arrested for Facebook Post
By Sebastian Strangio
Ny Nak's arrest comes four months after he was beaten up in broad daylight in the capital Phnom Penh.
AsiaLIFE and Publishing Hip Magazines in Vietnam
By Luke Hunt
Jonny Edbrooke speaks about his various media ventures and the importance of being nice in Southeast Asia.