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Cambodia
Did Thais Use Chemical Weapons?
Cambodia accuses Thailand of using chemical weapons in their latest clash over Preah Vihear. It seems unlikely.
Thai Bomb Talk
The government is diverting from the real issue of munitions by focusing on the type of weapons used at Preah Vihear.
Cambodia’s NGO Blues
The Cambodian government’s plan to require that NGOs be registered is just an excuse to stifle legitimate protests, activists say.
Cambodia's Land Crisis
Evictions from a Phnom Penh slum and a controversial World Bank project underscore the seriousness of Cambodia’s land disputes.
A Reporter's Life in Asia
A veteran journalist’s account of reporting from Southeast Asia offers a refreshing and honest account of the region.
Malaysia's Cheap Labour Crisis
Malaysia is facing a labour shortage. Will plans to relax a freeze on foreign service sector workers help?
Why Now for Thai-Cambodia Row?
Current Thailand-Cambodia tensions likely aren’t just about Preah Vihear. Their leaders may have their eyes on elections.
Cambodians, Rightly, Dig In Heels
Clashes between Cambodian and Thai forces over a temple are a sign of what’s to come if Thailand tries to take it, says Michael Hayes.
Second-Class Citizens?
Faced with a shortage of domestic help, Malaysia has been turning to Cambodia to find workers. Many, though, aren’t receiving what’s promised.
How Egypt Looks Here
The protests in Cairo have had Southeast Asian netizens talking—and comparing events to unrest in their own countries.
Cambodia, Thailand Clash
Cambodia has called for outside help on its spat over the Preah Vihear Temple. Thailand is unlikely to want any.
An American Mosque in Cambodia
Cambodia is a rare bright spot in the fight against Islamic radicalism. Thank an unusual combination of a local imam and US soft power.