How the Milk Tea Alliance Has Succeeded, and Why It May Fail
Jasmine Chia|Scott Singer
The Milk Tea Alliance has made waves, even in the physical world. But its impact will be capped by authoritarian governments across the region.
Articles
The “Indo-Pacific” is Here to Stay
Daljit Singh
While the aspirational adjectives that prefix it may change, the Indo-Pacific will better reflect the strategic geography of the new era of great power contestation.
Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High Speed Rail: End of the Line?
Francis E. Hutchinson|Kevin Zhang
A truncated high-speed rail service that ends in Johor Bahru rather than Singapore will significantly reduce the potential economic benefits of the railway project.
The Widodo Government in 2020: The Tadpole Flails
Max Lane
Indonesia’s 2024 presidential election is looming large on the horizon as Jokowi’s image wanes.
Could Vietnam Deploy a Social Credit System Like in China?
Nicolas Lainez
While Vietnam offers a favourable authoritarian environment, the inherent political risks may preclude its introduction.
Pushing Back Against China’s Digital Order
Charles Dunst
Digital rivalry in Southeast Asia goes well beyond the choice of 5G providers.
A Duterte-Democrat President Redux?
Malcolm Cook
A Biden Administration will see strong headwinds as it pertains to Washington’s relations with Manila.
RCEP and Intra-ASEAN Trade
Shankaran Nambiar
ASEAN Centrality would not be very meaningful if intra-ASEAN trade remains shallow.
Policymakers' View
ASEAN-Australia Partnership Amid the Pandemic: Deepening Ties in Challenging Times
Will Nankervis
During the Covid-19 crisis, Australia has doubled down on its support for ASEAN centrality in the Indo-Pacific. The ASEAN-Australia partnership has emerged stronger than ever.
Opening-up Travel in Southeast Asia: Blowing Bubbles Into Balloons
Jayant Menon
Quarantine-free travel in Southeast Asia is unlikely anytime soon, but regional countries can double efforts to move travel bubbles into bigger travel balloons.