The Diminishing Role of ASEAN in the Myanmar Crisis
Gwen Robinson
Gwen Robinson looks at the evolving crisis in Myanmar and highlights the diminishing role of ASEAN as the international community runs out of patience.
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Policy Lessons from the Cancellation of Indonesia’s Host Rights for the FIFA U-20 World Cup
Yanuar Nugroho
The fallout from Indonesia’s recent loss of its chance to host the Under-20 World Cup contains valuable lessons for its policymakers and leaders, if they choose to pay attention.
Thailand’s Lèse-majesté Law: A Subtle Referendum in the Upcoming Elections?
Napon Jatusripitak
Political parties which tout the need for more democracy in Thailand have shied away from aggressively promoting amendments to the kingdom’s lese-majeste law. However, the law’s impact on generational and ideological divides remains in motion.
Mosques Using YouTube in Indonesia: A Sustainable Symbiosis
Ahmad Muhajir|Norshahril Saat
Some smaller mosques are using their online presence to attract not just worshippers but to earn a potential sustainable and alternative income, even as physical worship remains important for Muslim Indonesians.
Is the Sun Shining on Vietnam-US Relations?
Dien Nguyen An Luong|Hoang Thi Ha
The U.S. has become increasingly adept at engaging in areas that best resonate with Vietnamese leaders and the public. But Washington still needs to navigate the tricky shoals of political differences, China-wary Vietnamese elites and media censorship.
U.S.-Vietnam Relations: Ready for a Strategic Partnership Upgrade?
Nguyen Khac Giang
While signs are afoot that Hanoi is drawing a little closer to Washington, Vietnam will likely stick to familiar ground when managing its relations with the two largest powers.
Leveraging the Rise of Digital Economy for Sustainability
Melinda Martinus
Melinda Martinus calls for ASEAN to harness the rise of the digital economy beyond profit to focus on the people and environment.
Indonesia’s Potential Presidential Candidates and Two Superpowers
Leo Suryadinata
Washington and Beijing – like Indonesian voters – are getting to know more about Indonesia’s prospective presidential candidates.
Renewable Energy Investment in ASEAN: Unfolding Trajectories and Challenges
Kaho Yu
Kaho Yu lists four enabling factors that could help ASEAN to drive its renewable energy transition.
Why China is Vexed About the U.S.-Philippine EDCA
Ma Bo
China takes a dim view of Manila’s decision to grant the United States access to four military bases. While the two allies have framed the arrangement as bolstering deterrence vis-à-vis China, such a move is unlikely to deter Beijing.