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Opinion
A Dark Day for Thailand: Continued Impunity for the Tak Bai Massacre
By Peter Bouckaert
The country has two parallel systems of justice: one for the rich and well-connected, and another for everyone else.
What’s Happened to Cambodia’s Thinking Class?
By David Hutt
A recent article in the government-aligned Khmer Times reflects the etiolated state of public discourse in the country.
Prabowo Heralds an Uncertain Future For Fundamental Freedoms in Indonesia
By Rosalind Ratana and Cornelius Damar Hanung
The last administration showed an increasing disdain for democratic and human rights norms. The new one might be even worse.
Towards a More Resilient and United ASEAN
By Peter Brian M. Wang
Despite widespread skepticism about its upcoming chairmanship, Malaysia has a plan to remedy some of the bloc's root problems.
How the Patriotic Investment Act Can Counter China’s Stimulus Package
By David Rader and Adam Chan
A little-noticed bill introduced in the U.S. Congress has the potential to chill American investors’ appetite for Chinese assets.
In Financing ‘Infrastructure for Tomorrow,’ the AIIB Refuses to Learn From Its Past
By Tala Batangan
The AIIB has often failed to assess and mitigate project risks, leading to serious harm for people and the planet. And those harmed have not had an opportunity to seek justice.
Navigating Security and Privacy in the Asia-Pacific: A Legal and Diplomatic Balancing Act
By David S. Lobel-Mandrake
In response to mounting threats, governments have introduce a range of tighter security measures that often conflict with privacy and individual freedoms.
Amid the China-US Competition, Beware of Data Colonialism
By Mitchell Gallagher
As China and the U.S. compete to build digital infrastructure, they are intentionally fostering dependencies that strip away developing nations’ digital sovereignty.
Uzbekistan’s Upcoming Parliamentary Elections: A Chance for Change?
By Mirshohid Aslanov
From tackling corruption to enhancing public services, people of Uzbekistan are clear about their priorities.
The Bangladesh Army Must Not Meddle in Politics
By Ahmede Hussain
Instead of focusing on bringing accountability into the armed forces he leads, Army Chief Gen Waker-Uz-Zaman is busy offering unsolicited views on an election timeline.
Thailand’s New Leader Faces a Time of Crisis and Opportunity
By Mookdapa Yangyuenpradorn and Patrick Phongsathorn
Can Paetongtarn Shinawatra seize the opportunity to make a break with the repressive policies of past administrations?
A New Paradigm For Supporting the People of Myanmar Is Emerging in Rakhine State
By Chris Gunness
And with reports of starvation and widespread atrocity crimes, the pressure to make it work has never been greater.
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