Myanmar resistance groups depend on Starlink to circumvent government controls. But this can also be its Achilles heel.
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Indonesia’s Probable Foreign Policy Shift from the West under a Prabowo Administration
Under Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia is expected to further distance itself from traditional Western alliances — a trend initiated during Jokowi’s administration — by prioritising partnerships within Asia, particularly with China for trade and investment, and strengthening regional cooperation through ASEAN and BRICS.
Selling Dreams Versus Same as Before: A Tale of Two Provinces
In contesting the recent provincial administrative office elections, the People’s Party did not learn from the lessons of the past.
Rodrigo Duterte’s Trial Before the International Criminal Court: Unprecedented
The International Criminal Court’s warrant of arrest against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is a significant step to hold him accountable for alleged crimes committed during his anti-drug drive.
COMAC’s C919 in Southeast Asia: Needs More than Price to Take Flight
China’s COMAC is touting its C919 aircraft as a cost-effective alternative to the Airbus-Boeing duopoly. Success, however, depends on overcoming significant challenges such as certification and establishing reliable maintenance networks.
Malaysia Raises Minimum Wage but Most Workers Still Lack Bargaining Power
Minimum wage will uplift the lowest-paid workers but the state of labour markets and unions hinders wage growth for the majority.
Challenges of Combating Transnational Drug Trafficking in Southeast Asia
A long-running saga of a Filipino national convicted of drug trafficking in Indonesia underscores the need to address the transnational element of law enforcement against such activities.
Thailand’s PAO Elections: What Did Not Happen
The People’s Party’s lacklustre performance in recent provincial elections underscores the fact that the country’s traditional parties are seeking to undermine the progressive party.
Will Proton’s Electric Vehicle Spur New Local Supply Chains — and Displace the Old?
Proton’s electric vehicle could spur new supply chains and local EV components production, but will be constrained by market conditions while the old supply chain will endure.
Impact of Trump 2.0 on Southeast Asia’s Energy Geopolitics
Trump’s rent-seeking foreign policy pertaining to energy and critical minerals will force Southeast Asian countries to do what they least desire: making a choice between China and the US.