ASEAN

A conversation about why the Quad matters

The tensions of the 1960s served as the catalyst for the creation of today's peaceful, prosperous, and cohesive Southeast Asia.

The Central Asian republics can learn from the experience of Southeast Asia and use the crisis in Afghanistan to spur forward regional cooperation at a time of great power competition. 

The meeting highlighted where U.S. and Southeast Asian interests align, and where they part ways.

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.