The use of weaponised drones by Myanmar’s resistance forces is giving them an edge over junta forces.
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Towards Resilient Agricultural Value Chains in the Mekong
The development of the agricultural sector in the Greater Mekong Subregion will play an important role in inclusive growth and social upliftment.
Why Did the Mayor of Medan Make Anti-LGBT Statements?
Joko Widodo’s son-in-law, Medan mayor Bobby Nasution, kicked off 2023 with a controversial remark which might prove to be more bane than boon for the aspiring rookie politician.
Reflections on ASEAN’s Special Envoys’ Efforts in Myanmar
Kasit Piromya shares reflections on efforts made by ASEAN’s special envoys to Myanmar.
Why is Timor-Leste Important for ASEAN?
João da Cruz Cardoso emphasises the strategic importance of Timor-Leste’s accession to ASEAN.
Has ASEAN Lost It?
Bilahari Kausikan exposes compounded global and internal crises that could make ASEAN irrelevant should it fail to act pragmatically.
Visioning ASEAN Post-2025 Through Storm-Clouds of Change
Elizabeth Buensuceso provides an overview on the process and aspirations of envisioning the ASEAN Community’s Post-2025 Vision.
ASEAN@55: Navigating a Changing Global Order
ASEANFocus Issue 2/2022 is now available for download.
Malaysia’s ‘Green Wave’ Was a Long Time Coming
Parti Islam SeMalaysia made solid gains during Malaysia’s 15th General Election. It banked on candidates who are deemed to be religious and clean. In future, the party that hews to a more public expression of Islam will be able to hold on to the Malay-Muslim voter base.
Dangerous Unintended Consequences Loom in the Wake of Thailand’s Hasty Legalisation of Marijuana
Thailand’s hasty legalisation of marijuana and hemp without necessary control measures has sparked concerns about illicit trade and abuse of ‘legalised’ marijuana. It also threatens to disrupt ASEAN’s regional effort to create a “drug-free” community; the other nine ASEAN members still treat marijuana as a banned narcotic.