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Joanne Lin

Ms Joanne Lin is a Senior Fellow and Coordinator of the ASEAN Studies Centre at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute. She is also a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at the MIT Center for International Studies.

Articles by Joanne Lin (75)

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during the 13th ASEAN-United States summit at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on 26 October 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Photo by Andrew Harnik / GETTY IMAGES ASIAPAC / Getty Images via AFP)

The State of Southeast Asia 2026 Survey

When US Leadership Loses Its Sheen

Joanne Lin

Across a broad range of indicators, the US’ broader standing in the region has weakened.

What the Trump-Takaichi Summit Revealed About the US-Japan Alliance

Joanne Lin|William Choong

The US-Japan alliance remains secure, but insecurity is mounting in Asia about the firmness of the US’ commitment to the region.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (2nd L) meets with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi (2nd R) during the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ meeting and related meetings at the Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur on 11 July 2025. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / POOL / AFP)

The State of Southeast Asia 2026 Survey

A Harder Balance to Keep in Southeast Asia

Joanne Lin

Southeast Asia has traditionally preferred not to take sides in the long-standing Sino-US rivalry. A fall in confidence in the US makes this a harder choice to make.

Navigating Our Future Together? The Philippine Chairmanship in a Year of Strategic Tension

Joanne Lin|Aries A. Arugay

Joanne Lin and Aries Arugay assess the first quarter of the Philippines’ ASEAN chairmanship and the challenges that still lie ahead.

Should Southeast Asia Pay Attention to ‘Spheres of Influence’?

William Choong|Joanne Lin

What might the implications of the United States’ actions in Venezuela be for Southeast Asian countries?