Topic
Security
The Perils of Overstretching Minilateral Cooperation Within ASEAN
By Anthony Toh Han Yang
Calls for ASEAN member states to extend minilateral cooperation into the security realm could entail hefty costs.
The Use and Misuse of History: What Should We Learn From the Korean War?
By (Clark) Aoqi Wu
Drawing the wrong lessons from the end of the Korean War hinders a useful assessment of deterrence in the original Cold War.
The Indian Ocean Is Witnessing a Surge in Russian Military Exercises
By Pooja Bhatt
Russia is looking to shore up military partnerships in a critical region, from India to Myanmar.
China’s Space Program in 2023: Taking Stock
By Namrata Goswami
From heavy-lift reusable rockets to satellite internet, a look at China’s progress on top space priorities.
Major Security Breach in India’s Parliament
By Sudha Ramachandran
The intrusion by two men happened on the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 terror attack on Parliament.
Myanmar Now the World’s Leading Producer of Opium, UN Says
By Sebastian Strangio
Nearly three years after the military's seizure of power, opium production has become more widespread and productive.
Australia Leaps into AI Without a Working Safety Net
By Jayson Lamchek
A partnership with Microsoft will trial the use of AI within the Australian Public Service, even while safety policies are still being developed.
Finding a Fix for Indonesia’s Data Protection Problems
By Arif Perdana and Saru Arifin
Addressing data breaches and government surveillance misuse requires a balanced approach that respects national security and individual privacy.
Philippine President Vows to Defend Territory After Latest Maritime Clash
By Sebastian Strangio
In two separate incidents over the weekend, Chinese vessels collided with and used water cannons against Philippine ships in contested parts of the South China Sea.
Southeast Asia’s Brewing Refugee Crisis
By Lindsey Kennedy and Nathan Paul Southern
The impending closure of giant online scamming factories in eastern Myanmar could leave thousands of trafficking victims stranded.
US, UK, Canada Sanctions Target Southeast Asian Scam Operations
By Sebastian Strangio
The coordinated sanctions have been imposed on those responsible for major criminal operations in Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar.
Is the Osprey Safe?
By Takahashi Kosuke
The latest fatal crash off Japan has resurrected worries regarding the aircraft’s track record.