Thailand

Decades after US forces exited the Vietnam War the remnants of a CIA-backed force of Lao villagers still live in fear in the jungle.

While the international media focuses on Red and Yellow Shirt clashes and a temple spat, a deadly rebellion still brews in Thailand’s south.

Southeast Asia’s Golden Triangle has seen a jump in opium production. Will Laos ever be allowed to cash-in legally on its booming crop?

Current Thailand-Cambodia tensions likely aren’t just about Preah Vihear. Their leaders may have their eyes on elections.

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.

The protests in Cairo have had Southeast Asian netizens talking—and comparing events to unrest in their own countries.

Cambodia has called for outside help on its spat over the Preah Vihear Temple. Thailand is unlikely to want any.

The movement’s comeback may indicate rising public support and growing disenchantment with the Abhisit govt.

From WikiLeaks to tragic accidents to the release of Suu Kyi — its been a busy year in South-east Asia.

A new casino complex is supposed to transform poor Ton Pheung into a ‘Macau on the Mekong’. But some locals are already nervous.

Pushed out of Kuala Lumpur, human traffickers now have their eyes on Bangkok as a South-east Asia entry point.

One of Asia’s main opium producing areas, the Golden Triangle, is back in business—with a helping hand from Iran.