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ASEAN COVID-19
In Southeast Asia, COVID-19 Speeds Transition to Digital Technologies
By Sebastian Strangio
A new report into the region's digital economy shows the dramatic effects that the pandemic has had on daily life.
Laos Opens Fast-Track Service for Chinese Travelers
By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement is a sign that China will play a central role in Southeast Asia's recovery from the economic downturn of COVID-19.
COVID-19 and the Perils of International Tourism
By James Guild
Tourism has been a boon for Southeast Asia, but the pandemic has exposed the region's unhealthy dependence on foreign visitors.
Public Shaming is Terrible, But So Is Poor Journalism
By Vu Lam
The online attacks on Vietnam's "Patient 17" were disgraceful, but there is no evidence that her identity was leaked by the Vietnamese government.
Amid Political Crisis, Malaysia Braces for Second Wave of COVID-19
By Sebastian Strangio
As Prime Minister Muhyiddin enters self-quarantine, his nation grapples with a sudden rise in coronavirus infections.
Southeast Asia is Rushing Headlong Toward an ‘Asian Fall’
By Daniel P. Grant
The U.S. government needs to prepare for a rash of political crises, as COVID-19 exposes the region's endemic governance failures.
ASEAN Kicks Off Cluster of Virtual Summits
By Sebastian Strangio
COVID-19 recovery and escalating US-China tensions are expected to dominate the meetings’ agendas.
Southeast Asia’s Coming COVID-19 Vaccine Windfall
By Sebastian Strangio
There are risks, but the region has a lot to gain from the international race to find an effective vaccine.
Will Vietnam Be ASEAN Chair for Another Year?
By David Hutt
There are rumors that Vietnam wants an extra year as chair, to make up for the COVID-19 disruption. Would the rest of ASEAN agree to that?
4 ASEAN States Abusing COVID-19 Emergency Powers
By Luke Hunt
UN warnings unheeded amid arrests, death threats, and muzzling the press.
The Secret to Vietnam’s COVID-19 Response Success
By Minh Vu and Bich T. Tran
A review of Vietnam’s response to COVID-19 and its implications.
What COVID-19 Reveals About China-Southeast Asia Relations
By Sophie Boisseau du Rocher
The management of the coronavirus crisis has demonstrated a regional tendency to be loyal to China -- to the point of endangering lives.