Commentaries | FULCRUM

Parti Islam Se-Malaysia’s (PAS) Outreach to Non-Muslims and Its Contradictions

Actions will speak louder than words for the party that wishes to dominate the next government in a multiracial Malaysia.

Is Vietnam Headed for a Property Market Crisis?

There are many factors behind Vietnam’s red-hot property market, with loose monetary policy playing a central role. However, the government is reluctant to tighten it due to both political and economic reasons.

Trump’s Tariffs and China’s Subsidies: Southeast Asia Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place

Despite the US’ Liberation Day tariffs, exports from many countries continue to be sustained. In particular, China’s exports to Southeast Asia continue to grow, thanks to market orientation and state subsidies.

One Piece Flag, Multiple Protests

Political symbols used in recent protests in Indonesia have underscored a paradox: the more authorities tried to diminish their use, the more power they derived.

The Gender Dimension in ASEAN–Canada Relations: A Beacon of Hope

ASEAN and Canada should seize the present opportunity to champion democracy and gender equity — and to follow through with meaningful action.

Social Media and Southeast Asian Youth’s Solidarity Beyond Borders

The ingenuity of Southeast Asian youth in sending food and aid through delivery applications to support protestors in recent Indonesian demonstrations underscores their desire for solidarity in a digital age. Their actions may shift our region’s collective conscience.