COMMENTARIES

14 Oct 2021

North Natuna Sea: Indonesia Needs More Than a Military Strategy

Aristyo Rizka Darmawan

To deter Chinese activities in the North Natuna Sea, Indonesia needs to complement its military assets in the area with a strong civilian presence.

13 Oct 2021

Slammed by The Delta “Force”: Turns In The Covid-19 Wars In Southeast Asia

Choi Shing Kwok

Nearly two years into the Covid-19 pandemic, Southeast Asian countries have realised that they must continually adapt their strategies to stay ahead of the game.

COVID-19 Health Southeast Asia

13 Oct 2021

‘Global Britain’ and Southeast Asia: Progress and Prospects

Ian Storey|Hoang Thi Ha

Southeast Asia is crucial to the United Kingdom’s (UK) ‘tilt’ to the Indo-Pacific. It has achieved notable progress in strengthening its diplomatic, economic and security engagement with the region.

ASEAN Asean Trade AUKUS Indo-Pacfic

13 Oct 2021

Southeast Asians Weigh In On Climate Issues

Sharon Seah|Melinda Martinus|Qiu Jiahui

A climate outlook survey conducted by the ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute shows that Southeast Asians expect their government to exert more effort in addressing the issue.

Climate Change Environment Southeast Asia Southeast Asia Climate Outlook Survey

12 Oct 2021

PDI-P’s Presidential Nominee Race Will Shape Future Alliances

Burhanuddin Muhtadi|Norshahril Saat

The current internal struggle within the PDI-P to determine the party's 2024 presidential nominee will have a significant bearing on how broader political alliances will shape up thereafter.

Indonesia Indonesian Politics

12 Oct 2021

Malacca’s Political Crisis: A Microcosm of Fragmented Malay Political Alignments

Norshahril Saat

The collapse of the UMNO-led state government in Malacca throws up many questions about the ensuing feud between UMNO and Bersatu.

Bersatu Malaysia Malaysian Politics UMNO

11 Oct 2021

Thai PM Remains Vulnerable Without a Party of His Own

Termsak Chalermpalanupap

Thai Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-ocha has narrowly escaped “political assassination” in the House of Representatives. This underscores the urgency of strengthen his political power base. Without doing so, the future of his premiership will remain at risk.

Thai Politics Thailand

8 Oct 2021

Thailand’s Warring Generals: Different Beds, Same Dream

Punchada Sirivunnabood

The Thai prime minister might soon leave the ruling Phalang Pracharat Party-led governing coalition. Ironically, his departure might actually boost the party's chances of assembling a winning coalition come the elections expected next year.

Thai Military Thai Politics Thailand

8 Oct 2021

FPI Reborn: Old Wine In A New Bottle?

Burhanuddin Muhtadi

The Islamic Defenders Front, a hardline group which was banned by the Indonesian government last year, has relaunched itself under a new guise. Not many are convinced that the proverbial apple has fallen far from the tree.

Indonesia Indonesian Politics Islamist Groups