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Singapore Says Swift Is Mine, Upsetting Its Neighbors

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

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

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

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 

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?

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

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

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.

Elusive Balances: Shaping US Southeast Asia Strategy

Elusive Balances: Shaping US Southeast Asia Strategy

By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
How has U.S. commitment to Southeast Asia changed over time? What do Southeast Asian states want from the United States?

Language Policy and Education in Southeast Asia

Language Policy and Education in Southeast Asia

By Rawl Maliwat
A primer on Southeast Asian language policy and education.

Did COVID-19 Strengthen Authoritarianism in Southeast Asia?

Did COVID-19 Strengthen Authoritarianism in Southeast Asia?

By David Hutt
There doesn’t appear to be any clear correlation between how a government handled the pandemic and the waning of political freedom. 
Southeast Asia and the Coming Biden Presidency

Southeast Asia and the Coming Biden Presidency

By Ankit Panda
Will a Biden administration renew attention on Southeast Asia?

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