ASEAN

During its upcoming chairmanship, the country faces a host of daunting challenges. But the year will bring opportunities, too.

Given its political and economic influence over the Myanmar military, the Japanese government can do more to help the international community pursue non-military R2P options.

Hoang Thi Ha, Ja Ian Chong, and Evan A. Laksmana discuss ASEAN's regional role amid the Myanmar crisis and China-U.S. tensions.

The ASEAN summit’s failings demonstrate that standard diplomatic protocols are insufficient to deal with the Myanmar leadership. 

ASEAN's special envoy to Myanmar has the potential to push the warring parties onto the path of peaceful dialogue.

Using the phrase “arms race” is attention grabbing, but a more discerning assessment is necessary when it comes to weapons acquisitions. 

The call signifies an awareness among some ASEAN nations that the bloc needs to take the lead on efforts to resolve the Myanmar crisis.

The reemergence of the Quad grouping is bound to raise questions about ASEAN's relevance and centrality.

An interview with Le Hong Hiep.

The pandemic has laid bare the weak foundations of Southeast Asian labor systems, particularly when it comes to informal workers.

Dutch freelance journalist Ate Hoekstra has hopes for a much better 2021 in Indochina.