If Harris becomes the next US president, ASEAN will not share her values-based approach to trade, which she sees as a tool to advance non-trade objectives.
Category Archives: Commentaries
China’s Education Outreach in Malaysia: Need for Tact and Trust
China’s outreach into Malaysia’s education sector needs to be mindful of the country’s delicate social fabric.
Golkar’s Takeover and the Waning of Joko Widodo’s Power
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.
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.
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.