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southeast asia
The Sea People of Southeast Asia: Forgotten Guardians of Maritime Security
By Dadang I K Mujiono
The Sea People are not relics of the past, nor are they obstacles to development.
Of Diplomacy and Gaffes: Making Sense of Prabowo and Anwar’s China Visits
By Rahul Mishra and Harshit Prajapati
Southeast Asian leaders face considerable challenges in balancing nationalistic positions with the complexities of engaging China at the highest levels.
Southeast Asia Needs Serious Money to Get to Net Zero
By Trang Nguyen
To achieve net zero emissions in Southeast Asia, addressing the significant financing gap is crucial, requiring bold targets and more international support.
Is Southeast Asia’s Healthcare Workforce Ready for Climate Change?
By Gabriela Fernando and Angie Bone
Across the region, it’s never been more critical to cultivate a resilient healthcare workforce capable of addressing climate-induced public health issues.
Singapore Says Swift Is Mine, Upsetting Its Neighbors
By Thanapat Pekanan
Taylor Swift is playing six concerts in Singapore. That’s causing discontent in other Southeast Asia nations, which missed out.
Indonesia Embraces New Thinking Amid Rice Crisis
By Subejo
As the effects of climate change become more apparent, long-held traditions will need to be resurrected. Others will need to be abandoned.
Borderless Haze Threatens Southeast Asia
By Helena Varkkey
Governments, civil society, and the international community need to work fast to combat the threat of smoke haze in Southeast Asia.
An Invisible Killer Hangs in the Air of Asia’s Cities
By Karn Vohra
Air pollution deaths increase by 150,000 in rapidly growing South and Southeast Asian cities.
Why Early Retirement of Coal Power is Faltering in Southeast Asia
By James Guild
If the goal is to reduce emissions by shutting coal plants down early without breaking contracts, then someone needs to pay.
How Will Southeast Asian Terror Groups Capitalize on the Israel-Hamas War?
By Zam Yusa
From recruitment to possible ideological shifts to opportunistic cyberattacks, a prolonged conflict in the Middle East may have serious consequences for the region.
The Diplomat Magazine Hits Issue 100
By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
The Diplomat reaches a milestone: reflecting on 100 issues of the magazine.
Nosediving Demand for Smartphones in Southeast Asia Shows that Inflation is Impacting 5G Readiness
By Dmytro Spilka
Demand for 5G-ready devices has slowed to a standstill in Southeast Asia.
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