7 Feb 2023 Trendy Indonesian Habib Rides the Waves Online Ahmad Muhajir|Norshahril Saat A young and energetic Indonesian preacher is reclaiming the moderate ground from conservatives, using a sublime mix of online propagation and accommodative views. Indonesia Religion
6 Feb 2023 PAS and the Midterm Polls: Existential Challenge of Becoming a National Party James Chai In the coming state elections, Parti Islam SeMalaysia has ambitious plans to take ground in states it does not control. Taking the fight to the enemy, however, may necessitate a deeper examination of its own identity as an Islamist party. Malaysian Elections Malaysian Politics
3 Feb 2023 Online Political Campaigning During Malaysia’s GE15: Blurred Lines Amirul Adli Rosli The advent of account-based influencers during Malaysia’s recent general election does not portend well for the country’s political landscape. Malaysia Misinformation
2 Feb 2023 Digital Labour Platforms Must Provide Philippine Gig Workers a Fair Deal Cheryll Ruth R. Soriano The Philippines faces significant labour protection challenges amid a growing gig economy. It needs to outgrow consumer-focused regulations and address business risks being pushed down to at-risk workers. Labour Rights Philippine Technology
1 Feb 2023 Has ASEAN Lost It? Bilahari Kausikan Bilahari Kausikan exposes compounded global and internal crises that could make ASEAN irrelevant should it fail to act pragmatically. ASEAN Unity ASEANFocus Myanmar
1 Feb 2023 Visioning ASEAN Post-2025 Through Storm-Clouds of Change Elizabeth Buensuceso Elizabeth Buensuceso provides an overview on the process and aspirations of envisioning the ASEAN Community’s Post-2025 Vision. ASEAN ASEAN Summit ASEAN Unity ASEANFocus
1 Feb 2023 ASEAN@55: Navigating a Changing Global Order ASEANFocus Issue 2/2022 is now available for download. ASEAN ASEANFocus
31 Jan 2023 Southeast Asia Needs a Strong Vision on Climate-Resilient Economy Prapimphan Chiengkul Transitioning to climate-resilient economies in Southeast Asia requires fundamental rethinking on how we measure economic development, tackle economic inequality, and reform global economic governance. Climate Change Environment Southeast Asia
31 Jan 2023 Beijing’s Engagement With Myanmar In 2023: Walking A Tight Rope? A.T. Beijing is likely to adopt a ‘carrot and stick’ approach to Myanmar. It would continue to engage the junta, yet at the same time work with ethnic armed groups opposed to it to protect Beijing’s investments in the country. China China-Myanmar Relations Myanmar
30 Jan 2023 Using Climate Models to Predict Resilience of Energy Systems in Southeast Asia Mirza Sadaqat Huda Southeast Asia is well acquainted with the impact of climate change, but less so with the resilience of energy systems. A collaborative and regional approach to climate modelling of energy systems can inform the development of effective adaptation policies and drive deeper energy integration. Climate Change Environment Renewable Energy
