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Cracks Appear in the Philippines’ Unity Government
May 30, 2023

Cracks Appear in the Philippines’ Unity Government

By Mong Palatino
Recent events suggest that the Marcos-Duterte "UniTeam" that stormed last year's presidential election may not make it to the next election in 2028.

How Thailand’s Move Forward Party Painted Bangkok Orange
May 30, 2023

How Thailand’s Move Forward Party Painted Bangkok Orange

By David Matijasevich
The party’s capture of 32 of the capital’s 33 parliamentary constituencies may serve as a crucial bulwark against conservative interference.
Hun Sen Is Keeping Kem Sokha Hostage. Will The West Respond to His Threats?
May 30, 2023

Hun Sen Is Keeping Kem Sokha Hostage. Will The West Respond to His Threats?

By David Hutt
The Cambodian leader is using his rival as a bargaining chip in anticipation of his clean sweep at July's national election.

Pumping Up Myanmar’s Junta With Guns, Trade, and Tourism
May 29, 2023

Pumping Up Myanmar’s Junta With Guns, Trade, and Tourism

By Luke Hunt
Fresh reports further undermine ASEAN's credibility in Myanmar.

PM Modi Inaugurates New Parliament Building Amid Opposition Boycott
May 29, 2023

PM Modi Inaugurates New Parliament Building Amid Opposition Boycott

By Sheikh Saaliq
The unveiling of the new building comes amid claims that the Indian leader is destroying the country’s parliamentary democracy.

Two Years of Turmoil: Myanmar’s Fog of War
May 29, 2023

Two Years of Turmoil: Myanmar’s Fog of War

By Naw Theresa
Three trends that offer a fuller and more accurate picture of the state of the country's civil war.

Bhutanese Refugee Scam Rocks Nepal
May 28, 2023

Bhutanese Refugee Scam Rocks Nepal

By Santosh Sharma Poudel
Part one of a two-part series examines how Nepal’s political leaders fraudulently certified Nepali citizens as Bhutanese refugees to send them to the United States.
What is the Future of Hindu Nationalism in India?
May 27, 2023

What is the Future of Hindu Nationalism in India?

By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The question is not whether Hindu nationalism will be part of India’s political landscape, but whether and to what extent non-Hindus will be able to play a role.

The Battle for Supremacy in Pakistan: Asim Munir Vs Imran Khan
May 26, 2023

The Battle for Supremacy in Pakistan: Asim Munir Vs Imran Khan

By Aditya Kumar Singh and Rahul Rawat
The tussle between Asim Munir and Imran Khan will only provoke politics of revenge, furthering polarization and deepening Pakistan’s poly-crisis.

Scenes From Timor-Leste’s Parliamentary Election
May 26, 2023

Scenes From Timor-Leste’s Parliamentary Election

By Sacha Shaw
A parliamentary election and the climax of a month of independence celebrations came and went last weekend in Asia's youngest nation.

Cambodia’s Largest Opposition Party Officially Ruled out of July Election
May 26, 2023

Cambodia’s Largest Opposition Party Officially Ruled out of July Election

By Sebastian Strangio
The Candlelight Party has been barred for failing to submit its original party registration document from 1998.
Vietnam Noodle Vendor Jailed For Mocking Security Minister
May 26, 2023

Vietnam Noodle Vendor Jailed For Mocking Security Minister

By Sebastian Strangio
Bui Tuan Lam was arrested last September after creating a video parodying the public security minister's consumption of a gold-encrusted steak.

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