Region
Southeast Asia
Will Thailand Deport a Group of Dissident Musicians to Russia?
By Mark S. Cogan
Unfortunately for the members of the rock group Bi-2, Thailand has a history of accommodating the requests of authoritarian governments.
Billionaire Sultan Ibrahim of Johor Sworn in as Malaysia’s King
By Eileen Ng
The Western-educated sultan is the 17th person to serve as king under the country's unique rotational monarchy.
The Role of Thailand in Germany’s Auto Manufacturing Future
By Tim Hildebrandt
German-Thai cooperation encapsulates the complex dance between strategic competition and global industry dynamics.
Vietnam, Philippines Sign Agreements on Maritime Security Cooperation
By Sebastian Strangio
The agreements come at a time of intensifying tension in waters claimed by China and the Philippines.
Greenflation and the Role of Prices in Clean Energy Transitions
By James Guild
The shift to renewable energy inevitably involves massive costs. The question is: who should pay?
Thailand-China Railway Project Should Be Expedited, Chinese FM Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The high-speed rail line, which would connect Bangkok to a recently completed line in Laos, has been hampered by delays.
Ex-Philippine Leader Duterte Accuses Marcos of Plotting to Tighten His Grip on Power
By Jim Gomez
The rivalry between the two leaders has broken into the open amid mutual accusations of drug abuse.
How Southeast Asia Responded to Taiwan’s Election
By Bunly Ek
With a couple of exceptions, the region has been cautious, careful to preserve its beneficial economic relationship with both Taipei and Beijing.
Former Malaysian Finance Minister Latest to be Charged in Corruption Probe
By Sebastian Strangio
Daim Zainuddin, a former close associate of ex-PM Mahathir Mohamad, has been accused of failing to declare millions of dollars worth of assets.
Myanmar, South China Sea Conflicts Top Agenda as ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meet
By David Rising
The foreign minister of Laos, this year’s ASEAN chair, expressed cautious optimism about the potential for progress in 2024.
Two Malaysian Men Sentenced to 23 Years Prison For Bali Bombing
By Aisyah Llewellyn
However, the sentences given to Mohammed Farik bin Amin and Mohammed Nazir bin Lep are far from the full story.
Myanmar Junta Sends Representative to ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
By Sebastian Strangio
Marlar Than Htaik, the permanent secretary of the junta's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is attending this week's two-day retreat in Laos.