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Security
Anarchy in Anyar: A Messy Revolution in Myanmar’s Central Dry Zone
By Naw Theresa
As the conflict spreads to the Bamar heartland, there are growing reports of abuses and internecine fighting among resistance groups.
North Korea’s Naval Ambitions: A Strategic Shift
By Jihoon Yu
Historically, North Korea has focused primarily on developing land-based military strength. However, several factors are driving Pyongyang to enhance its naval power.
The Philippines-China-Vietnam Triangle and Limits of the ‘Friends and Enemies’ Maxim
By Huynh Tam Sang
Despite shared apprehension of Chinese expansion, Manila may get frustrated if it anticipates too much from Hanoi.
After a Teenage Girl Is Killed on the Bangladesh-India Border, a War of Narratives Emerges
By Jannatul Naym Pieal
Despite a long record of border killings, India is trying to pin the blame on Bangladesh for the death of a 13-year-old girl – while also playing up anti-Hindu violence in Bangladesh.
Why Do Singapore and China Cooperate on Joint Maritime Exercises?
By Ian Seow Cheng Wei
The naval exercises have become increasingly significant for Singapore, given China’s ongoing concerns about Singapore’s neutrality and Singapore’s concerns about tensions in the South China Sea.
PM Anwar Says Malaysia Will Not Halt Oil and Gas Exploration in South China Sea
By Sebastian Strangio
The PM's comments came after the publication of a leaked Chinese diplomatic note ordering the country to cease exploration activities in the South China Sea.
Indonesia Deports Fugitive Philippine Mayor Accused of Involvement in Cyberscams
By Sebastian Strangio
The extradition brings an end to a months-long manhunt for Alice Guo, the primary subject of a Senate investigation into online gaming and scam operations.
US Air Force Deploys More Stealth Jets to Southeast Asia
By Christopher Woody
U.S. F-35s and F-22s have toured Southeast Asia twice this year, reflecting an American desire to increase training exercises with nations in the vicinity of the South China Sea.
Why Did North Korea Register – and Deregister – 13 Submarines With the IMO?
By Jihoon Yu
Assessing the strategic intentions and regional security implications of Pyongyang's puzzling decision.
INS Arighaat and India’s Quest for Strategic Deterrence
By Mrityunjay Goswami
With the commissioning of India’s second nuclear submarine, India is trying to bridge the gap with China and build up its strategic deterrence capabilities.
Indonesia Arrests Fugitive Philippine Mayor Wanted Over Scam Operations
By Jim Gomez and Edna Tarigan
Alice Guo is the subject of a Senate investigation into her links to illegal gaming operations, human trafficking, and money laundering.
Bangladesh’s New Border Stance Signals a Shift in Its Approach to India
By Saqlain Rizve
“Enough is enough”: Dhaka is taking a strong stand at the border as Bangladesh-India relations enter a new phase.