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No Mainstream: The Mekong’s Competing Definitions

No Mainstream: The Mekong’s Competing Definitions

By Benjamin Zawacki
Both within and between nations, Southeast Asia's largest river gives rise to competing, and in some cases conflicting, notions.

New Monitoring Platform to Scrutinize China’s Mekong Dams

New Monitoring Platform to Scrutinize China’s Mekong Dams

By Sebastian Strangio
The launch comes amid rising controversy over the impact of Chinese dams on downstream nations.
Can the US Forge a Stronger Mekong Partnership?

Can the US Forge a Stronger Mekong Partnership?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
While Washington is trying expand the US role in the Mekong, realizing that goal will require significant efforts.

The Mekong in US Asia Strategy: Opportunities and Challenges 

The Mekong in US Asia Strategy: Opportunities and Challenges 

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The subregion is arguably where freedom and openness are under the greatest challenge.

Advancing Democracy in the US Free and Open Indo-Pacific Strategy

Advancing Democracy in the US Free and Open Indo-Pacific Strategy

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Further developing the governance pillar of U.S. Asia strategy will require managing a mix of opportunities and challenges.

Mekong Disaster Drills Highlight US-ASEAN Subregional Cooperation

Mekong Disaster Drills Highlight US-ASEAN Subregional Cooperation

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Disaster response drills put the spotlight on the subregional component of U.S. ties with the region.

What’s Next for US-Myanmar Military Relations?

What’s Next for US-Myanmar Military Relations?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A quick look where things stand and what some next steps might be.
As Cambodia Approaches China Over the US, It Should Remember Machiavelli's Lessons

As Cambodia Approaches China Over the US, It Should Remember Machiavelli's Lessons

By Cheunboran Chanborey
Cambodia approaches China, leaving the United States in the dust. Can it retain its freedom?

ASEAN ‘Essential’ to Upholding Asia’s Rules, Says US Secretary of State

ASEAN ‘Essential’ to Upholding Asia’s Rules, Says US Secretary of State

By Prashanth Parameswaran
“The future of the United States and the future of ASEAN are absolutely interconnected,” Kerry said.

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