Philippines

Westerners have varying images of Southeast Asia. Few of them, though, include the region’s many conflicts.

The Philippines isn’t sure how it feels about the U.S. military presence. A rising China leaves it little choice.

The Philippines military has killed three of the region’s most wanted terrorists. The mopping up continues.

Hundreds of thousands have been displaced by conflict in the southern Philippines. Those left in resettlement camps say they are being forgotten.

Political prisoners freed in Burma, pay cuts for Singapore’s politicians and Anwar’s acquittal. A good start to 2012.

Despite a younger electorate, former leaders like Mahathir Mohamad and Lee Kuan Yew remain influential.

The Philippines has long neglected its navy. But years of neglect may hamper a response in the South China Sea.

The Philippines has long neglected its navy. But years of neglect may hamper a response in the South China Sea.

The subdued local coverage of typhoon Sendong raises new questions the media suffers from a Luzon bias.

Ex-Philippine President Gloria Arroyo’s human rights record was bad. But her successor isn’t living up to his pledges.

Ex-Philippine President Gloria Arroyo’s human rights record was bad. But her successor isn’t living up to his pledges.

The Diplomat speaks with Walden Bello about China, the U.S. role in Asia and renaming the South China Sea.