13 Sep 2023 Thailand’s Elite Reconfiguration: Old Wine in New Bottles Napon Jatusripitak The installation of a Pheu Thai-led government with the aid of conservative elements underscores a significant transformation in Thailand’s ruling structures. Thai Politics Thailand
12 Sep 2023 Prabowo as Defence Minister: From Problematic Purchases to Provocative Proposals Aswin Lin|Deasy Simandjuntak Notwithstanding his high popularity in recent polls, Prabowo Subianto’s uneven track record as defence minister begs more scrutiny from Indonesian voters before they head to the presidential vote next February. Indonesia Indonesian Elections Indonesian Politics
12 Sep 2023 Malaysia’s New Industrial Master Plan: Clear-Eyed on Implementation Tham Siew Yean Malaysia newest industrial master plan has a stronger focus on deliverables, with a focus on action plans and the monitoring of implementation. Malaysia Malaysian Economy Malaysian Politics
11 Sep 2023 Connecting the Dots: Towards an ASEAN QR Code Payments Network Kristina Fong Siew Leng Kristina Fong Siew Leng takes stock of the progress towards the establishment of an ASEAN QR code payments network, and outlines the challenges faced in the pursuit of a seamless, cost-effective multilateral system. ASEAN ASEAN Connectivity ASEANFocus Digitalisation
11 Sep 2023 Muhaimin Iskandar’s Vice-Presidential Candidacy and Nahdlatul Ulama Syafiq Hasyim As his running mate, Muhaimin Iskandar could bring something to the table for Anies Baswedan’s 2024 campaign and the former would not be down and out even if their team does not beat the other two presidential contenders next February. Indonesia Indonesian Elections Indonesian Politics
8 Sep 2023 China’s Military Exercises in Southeast Asia Belie Lack of Trust Ian Storey The PLA has increased the number of military exercises conducted with its smaller regional neighbours this year. But the scope, frequency and sophistication of the exercises still lag behind those conducted by the United States. China China-Southeast Asia relations Defence
8 Sep 2023 43rd ASEAN Summit: B for Outcomes, A for Grit Joanne Lin|Sharon Seah|Melinda Martinus|Kristina Fong Siew Leng Joanne Lin, Sharon Seah, Melinda Martinus, and Kristina Fong examine the key deliverables of the 43rd ASEAN Summit and assess Indonesia’s Chairmanship. ASEAN ASEAN Summit ASEANFocus Indonesia
7 Sep 2023 PAS’ Over-confidence Might Be Its Undoing James Chai PAS appears to be riding a wave of confidence after its solid wins in the recent state elections. It should be more circumspect. Malaysia Malaysian Elections
7 Sep 2023 ROK’s Ambitions in the Indo-Pacific: A Boon or Bane for ASEAN? Joanne Lin As ASEAN and ROK leaders meet, Joanne Lin looks at the Republic of Korea (ROK)’s growing ambition in the Indo-Pacific under President Yoon and its implications on ASEAN. ASEAN ASEANFocus Indo-Pacific South Korea
7 Sep 2023 Indonesia’s Volatile Coalition Politics: PKB’s Move Broke the 2024 Presidential Race Logjam Made Supriatma The focus is now on choices for Indonesia’s next vice president after Anies Baswedan secured a surprise choice for his running mate in 2024. Indonesia Indonesian Elections
