Should Malaysia Become a Global Education Hub?
Koh Sin Yee
Malaysia is setting its sights on becoming a global education hub. In doing so, however, it might have overlooked its edge as a regional education hub.
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Calibrating the Singapore-US Security Anchor for a New Era: An American View
David Santoro
As the US moves into a more transactional mode, Singapore’s standing as a capable and self-reliant partner will put it in good stead.
Nahdlatul Ulama’s Establishment Versus Grassroots Leadership Race Will Affect Its Political Alignments
A'an Suryana
The leadership contest in Nahdlatul Ulama is consequential. The next executive chairman could stay the course and remain close to the President, or respond to grassroots calls for change.
From Streamlining to Delivery: Vietnam’s Second Administrative Test
Nguyen Khac Giang
Vietnam’s Central Committee has embarked on the most sweeping administrative overhaul in decades. But success is likely to be uneven.
Different Sectors, Same Direction: Indonesia’s Quiet Recentralisation
Yanuar Nugroho
Indonesia’s revised financial omnibus law reflects a broader trend towards executive recentralisation, renewing concerns over institutional independence and accountability.
Parti Wawasan Negara’s Gambit: A Bridge Too Far
Amalina Anuar
Parti Wawasan Negara is styling itself as a “bridge” from Parti Islam SeMalaysia and the United Malays National Organisation. The odds of Wawasan attaining this role are long.
Why PAS Wants to Avoid Going Solo
Azmil Tayeb
Parti Islam SeMalaysia is unlikely to fly solo as it prepares for the upcoming 16th General Election in Malaysia.
Bangsa Johor’s Resounding Vote
Serina Rahman
The recent Johor state polls have some bearing on the upcoming general elections. But to many Johoreans, the polls were more about the pride of being part of the rich southern state.
ASEAN and Canada: Building Bridges with the Great White North
Kristina Fong Siew Leng
Canada can improve its relevance to ASEAN by focusing on areas such as food security and energy transition.
One Shock Too Many: Why Southeast Asia’s El Niño Response Must Be Different
Elyssa Kaur Ludher|Paul Teng
ASEAN countries need to brace themselves for a “super” El Niño weather phenomenon.