Competitiveness and Geopolitics: Why Thailand Chose Gripen Aircraft
Paul Chambers
The thinking behind the Thai air force’s latest acquisitions reflects not just geopolitical considerations but also internal preferences of its senior ranks.
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Data Leaks: Thai Government Tough on Private Firms, Soft on Public Sector and Cybercriminals
Surachanee Sriyai
Though the Thai government has started to crack down on private companies for cybersecurity lapses, it has not been as harsh with corrupt public officials and crooks on the Dark Web.
The Battle for Sabah: Key Players, Critical Issues and Potential Scenarios
Arnold Puyok
Sabah’s political landscape is notably fluid and polarised, characterised by frequent changes in government and deep divisions along territorial, ethnic, party, and personality lines. Critical issues for the upcoming state election (to be held by December 2025) include economic development disparities, infrastructure challenges, and the contentious Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) debate.
Barisan Nasional’s Win in Nenggiri: A Tactical Victory
Amrita Malhi
Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional’s victory in the Nenggiri by-election highlights both their strengths and weaknesses.
Backlash Against Fulbright University Vietnam: Are Propagandists Barking Up the Wrong Tree?
Dien Nguyen An Luong
Raising the spectre of foreign influence against young Vietnamese students out of fear that they might be inspired by recent street protests in other countries to topple the regime might do more harm than good.
Rule by ‘Good People’ or Rule by Political Dynasties? Ethics and Moral Politics in Thailand
Napon Jatusripitak
Constitutional mechanisms originally designed to prevent power from slipping into the wrong hands have ironically fuelled the growth of Thailand’s political dynasties.
Has Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Sold Out Over Ukraine?
Ian Storey
Anwar Ibrahim does have legitimate reasons to carry out his first-ever visit to Russia. By doing so, however, he leaves himself open to criticism.
An Unbalanced Balancing Act – Anwar Ibrahim’s Foreign Policy
Ong Kian Ming
The Malaysian Prime Minister’s recent overseas interactions have raised questions about whether he is pursuing a foreign policy strategy in his country’s best interests.
The Anti-Political Dynasty Rule in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM): A Game Changer in Philippine Politics?
Yasmira P. Moner|Aries A. Arugay
The May 2025 BARMM elections will not only decide the fate of the conflict-ridden region but also test whether its rules can effectively reduce the dominance of political dynasties.
Pope Francis’ Visit to Indonesia: Lessons Beyond Interfaith Tolerance
A'an Suryana|Norshahril Saat
Last week’s visit by Pope Francis to the world’s largest Muslim country came at a sensitive time. Rhetorical tolerance and humility paled in the light of His Holiness’ simplicity in leadership.