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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Iim Halimatusa’diyah|Ronald Adam
Can His Holiness’ recent visit light the way for diverse religious communities to work with one another to resolve Indonesia’s pressing environmental challenges?
Ian Storey
Defence Minister and President-elect Prabowo Subianto’s visit to Russia on 31 July 2024 was a signal that his administration intends to pursue a balanced foreign policy vis-à-vis the major powers, and one that envisages a bigger role for Russia.