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war on drugs
Philippine Drug Enforcement Chief Admits Problems With Duterte’s Drug War
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Recent comments by a law enforcement official once again put the campaign in the spotlight.
The Bail Challenge in Southeast Asia
By David Hutt
Changes need to be made to bail systems to ensure that true justice is served for all.
Why Malaysia’s New Proposal Could Change Southeast Asia’s Drugs Debate
By Preeti Jha
A move to decriminalize personal drug use and possession could help to shift the regional discourse on drugs.
The Real Failure of Southeast Asia’s Drug Wars
By David Hutt
Wars against drugs may be winning political campaigns, but they are losing socioeconomic battles.
Thailand’s ‘Green Rush’
By Skot Thayer
With the legalization of marijuana, Thailand hopes to carve out a stake in the global cannabis industry.
Duterte’s War on Drugs Can’t Escape International Law
By Luke Hunt
The ICC says it will continue to study the complaints filed against Duterte in spite of his dismissal of the institution.
Another Violent Spike in Duterte’s Drug War
By Erin Cook
Recent weeks have seen another rise in violence that has placed greater scrutiny on the Philippine president and his methods.
Thailand's Legendary Marijuana
By Peter Maguire
Recently, there have been signs that the Thai government is softening its stance on marijuana.
Duterte’s Drug War: The Local Government Dimension
By Luke Lischin
Local government plays an important but infrequently discussed role in the campaign.
Does Duterte’s War on the International Criminal Court Really Matter?
By Luke Hunt
A closer look at an issue that has surfaced over the past few weeks.
Will Duterte’s ‘Cha-Cha’ Train Lead to Dictatorship in the Philippines?
By Mong Palatino
Recent moves have raised some troubling questions about the country’s drift to authoritarianism under a strongman's rule.
Duterte’s Unfinished Wars in the Philippines
By Mong Palatino
The administration’s bold announcements belie the actual status of key conflicts and their broader significance.
Is the Philippines Violent Drug War Spreading to Indonesia?
By Nithin Coca
The war on drugs is popular, even as the bodies pile up.
War, Drugs, and Peace: Afghanistan and Myanmar
By Austin Bodetti
The illegal drug trade is sabotaging peace in Afghanistan and Myanmar alike.
China-US Cooperation and the New Opium War
By Austin Bodetti
Despite friction elsewhere, in the War on Drugs Beijing and Washington are on the same side.
Is Rodrigo Duterte Really Anti-American?
By Mong Palatino
The Philippine president’s actions prove that this label is far too simplistic.
The Problem With Wars on Drugs, From Nixon to Duterte
By Alec Regino
The Philippines' efforts won't be any more successful than the United States'.
Duterte's 'War on Drugs' in the Philippines: By the Numbers
By Mong Palatino
A closer look at how a controversial campaign is faring thus far.
Who Will Indonesia Execute Next in its War on Drugs?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Confirming details continues to prove elusive.
Asia's War on Drugs
By Mangai Balasegaram
Some Asian countries are dropping punitive approaches in favor of a health-centered approach.
‘Drug Free’ ASEAN by 2015?
By Tom Fawthrop
There is a growing consensus within the region that the war on drugs has failed.
China's War on Drugs
By Shannon Tiezzi
There's been a rapid increase in both drug use and drug-related arrests in China recently.
A Drug-Free World? Try Some 21st Century Remedies
By Han Zhang
A new report suggests a strategic sea change is needed to combat Asia’s persistent drug problem.
Drugs, Surfing and Shiploads of Trouble
By Luke Hunt
Peter Maguire, author of Thai Stick, talks about pot smuggling in Southeast Asia and the War on Drugs.
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