Less than two months before stepping down, the outgoing president of Indonesia’s plans to hang onto power are at risk of unravelling. What is worse, his previously sky-high popularity is also starting to fray.
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The Waning of Malaysia’s Green Wave? Too Early to Call
The Green Wave in Malaysia might have subsided somewhat but it is still alive.
China Strengthens Higher Educational Ties with Southeast Asian Nations
In higher education, China and Southeast Asia enjoy a symbiotic relationship.
Run For Their Money: Unequal Constituency Development Funds in Malaysia
Malaysia should consider a Constituency Development Act which would lay out the roles and responsibilities for disbursing constituency development funds to MPs.
The Vital Role of Nutrition in Climate Resilience and Food Security in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is well-known for its culinary diversity and delights, but while its population’s food security and nutrition have improved over the decades, it is still a region that has relatively high malnutrition – in the form of both under- and over-nutrition.
Should Southeast Asia Jump on the Low-Carbon Hydrogen Industrial Hub Bandwagon?
Though major economies are prioritising low-carbon hydrogen industrial hubs in their drive towards net-zero targets, Southeast Asia and ASEAN have unique factors to consider before doing the same.
Malaysia and the South China Sea Dispute: A Sea Change Under Prime Minister Anwar?
Malaysia’s position on the South China Sea dispute vis-à-vis China has remained remarkably consistent.
Can National Parties Outshine Local Champions in Sabah?
National parties exert a pull on pragmatic Sabah voters under complex circumstances, which is hard for local parties to contend with.
Indonesia’s “Emergency Warning” Movement Against Jokowi’s Political Dynasty
Virtual and physical resistance to the ruling elite’s attempts to trample on democracy last week in Indonesia became a powerful reminder of how social media can be a force multiplier in democracy.
Mahkota By-election in Johor: Far-reaching Consequences for Government
The upcoming by-election in central Johor will have significant consequences for the unity government comprising Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional.