Southeast Asia and Emissions Reduction: Two Paths to Consider
Melinda Martinus
Carbon taxes and the removal of fossil fuel subsidies are viable ways forward in reducing carbon emissions in Southeast Asia.
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Beneath Polarisation, Malaysia’s Youth Have Common Yearnings for Fairness
Lee Hwok-Aun
Malaysia’s youth are polarised but the problems — and solutions — go beyond the enduring question of keeping ethnic privilege versus enforcing equality.
Beyond Fleeting Fascination: How Moo Deng and Butterbear Offer Escapism in Hard Times
Surachanee Sriyai
The viral popularity of a cute baby hippo and bear mascot is more than an Internet sensation; it enables people to momentarily escape their daily struggles.
Mahkota By-election: DAP Retains Status as Leading Party for Chinese Malaysians
Adib Zalkapli
The Democratic Action Party’s key role in rallying Chinese voters in a Johor recent by-election augurs well for future cooperation between Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional.
Everyone Everywhere All at Once: The Rise of Digital Nomads in Southeast Asia
Lance Wu
Lance Wu explores the growing presence of digital nomads in Southeast Asia, shedding light on both the opportunities and challenges they pose to local economies.
Political Will Sorely Lacking in Thai Educational Reform
Mathis Lohatepanont
Without a proper vision from the government and the determination to carry it out, education in Thailand is in danger of stagnating even more.
Malaysia’s Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS): A Step Forward but with Challenges
Renard Siew
A new Malaysian scheme aimed at selling renewable energy to large corporate customers is a step in the right direction. But more can be done.
Quiboloy’s Arrest: When Self-Proclaimed ‘Son of God’ Plays Politics
Robbin Dagle
The arrest of Filipino religious leader Apollo Quiboloy comes amid the ongoing clash between the Marcos and Duterte dynasties, and exposes the dangers of an unholy alliance between religion and politics.
The Indispensable Political Participation of Indonesia’s Middle Class
Maria Monica Wihardja|Putu Sanjiwacika Wibisana
Indonesia’s middle class can be a boon for democracy but a bane for the government. Its economic security and political participation are crucial to the country’s prosperity.
SG4 Group: PAS Bid to Consolidate Bargaining Power?
Tricia Yeoh
A new move by four PAS-controlled states to form a joint company is brilliant if seen from the lens of political consolidation.