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Tue, 10/02/2026 - 03:24
Russia is recruiting increasing numbers of fighters from the region, using deceptive practices pioneered by Southeast Asia-based online scam operations.
Tue, 10/02/2026 - 02:40
Indonesia’s production restrictions strengthen its position as a regional agenda setter. The Philippines, by contrast, risks becoming a price taker, bearing environmental pressures and reserve depletion while much of the value added occurs abroad.
Tue, 10/02/2026 - 02:27
A day after suffering a shock defeat at a general election, the progressive People's Party has been dealt a fresh blow by the national anti-graft body.
Tue, 10/02/2026 - 00:29
The agreement symbolizes the health of the relationship between Canberra and Jakarta, but stops short of providing binding security guarantees.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 18:46
In "The Islands and the Stars," Subodhana Wijeyeratne charts how Tokyo's space program has changed over the past century.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 17:14
Laramide President and CEO Marc Henderson called recent changes to the country's subsoil use law “a spectacular own goal." He characterized it as “de facto nationalization."
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 16:45
China’s disinformation machinery kicked into high gear to launch its latest attack against the Tibetan spiritual leader.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 15:50
Australia’s prime minister pledged to reclaim operational control of the port. That still hasn’t happened, but the time might be drawing near.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 15:28
The South Korean government has repeatedly conveyed its willingness to accept the soldiers as its citizens after the war.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 15:04
The India-EU Free Trade Agreement is expected to expand exports and employment. But many of the sectors set to benefit are also among India’s most polluting.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 14:40
The satellite internet service's arrival offers hope for connectivity in mountainous regions, but pricing and state control remain concerns.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 14:13
Takaichi has the largest majority of any Japanese PM since World War II. Now she must decide how to tackle Japan’s difficult strategic environment.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 14:04
Workers report debt-linked recruitment. Companies, financiers, and Taiwan’s government face a test of remedy.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 09:17
In a region that increasingly benchmarks everything against China’s tempo, India’s aid will only buy influence when it also buys confidence.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 05:44
The party’s constitution explicitly supports the implementation of Sharia. In their election speeches, leaders are singing a different tune.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 05:09
If actors with different visions for Bangladesh cooperate in crafting the rules of the game, the outcome may not sustain a stable system of governance.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 04:28
Onscreen and in real life, Southeast Asia takes the heat for a global wave of cybercrime.
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 03:40
For the short-term benefit of sealing a trade deal with an unreliable Trump, is New Delhi harming its own long-term security interests?
Mon, 09/02/2026 - 03:05
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is set to be returned to office after the expected progressive "orange wave" failed to materialize.
Sun, 08/02/2026 - 21:52
China’s influence and activities are set to animate the political debates in the run-up to the next presidential election in 2028.
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