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ASEAN Economic Community
ASEAN Urged to Act Decisively Ahead of AEC
By Luke Hunt
A key report thinks that the new economic community could deliver real gains, but carries a risk of more inequality.
Coup ‘Favors’ ANZ and Sumitomo Mitsui Bank Bid
By Luke Hunt
The Thai junta has been quick to re-establish international banking ties.
AEC Delays a Victory for Human Trafficking
By Luke Hunt
Missing ASEAN’s single market deadline will hit the most vulnerable populations hardest.
South China Sea Dispute Overshadows ASEAN Summit
By Philip Heijmans
At a historic summit in Myanmar, the bloc’s leaders express concern over escalating tensions.
Vietnamese Upset by ‘Imperious’ Thai Customs
By Luke Hunt
Travelers into Thailand complain that they are being treated as criminals.
Amid Sharp Criticism, Brunei Delays Launch of Sharia Law
By Luke Hunt
Officials nonetheless remain committed to introducing the harsh penalties.
Baptisms in Doubt as Brunei Readies for Sharia Law
By Luke Hunt
A Catholic priest warns that Baptisms would have to cease under the new laws.
Mongolia’s Chance for a Prosperous Future
By Sebastian Paust
Despite development obstacles, Mongolia could boost its economy through careful regional integration.
Cambodia Leads Doubts Over AEC
By Luke Hunt
Hopes that the ASEAN Economic Community will be ready to launch on time look increasingly ambitious.
ANZ Sees Further Restructuring of ASEAN Businesses
By Luke Hunt
The Australian bank wants to cut ties with Cambodia’s Royal Group ahead of AEC launch.
Surging ASEAN Trade Prompts Banking Realignment
By Luke Hunt
Regional banks are getting busy ahead of the launch of the ASEAN Economic Community.
Unloved ASEAN Leaders put on Notice Ahead of AEC
By Luke Hunt
The disparity between ruling elites and average citizens complicate “ASEAN’s EU.”