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- No. 6: Burhanuddin Muhtadi, Visiting Fellow
- No. 9: Burhanuddin Muhtadi, Visiting Fellow
- No. 35: Ooi Kee Beng, Visiting Senior Fellow
- No. 45: Moe Thuzar, Senior Fellow
- No. 55: Napon Jatusripitak and Termsak Chalermpalanupap, Visiting Fellows
- No. 67: Sharon Seah, Senior Fellow
- No. 69: Ian Storey, Senior Fellow
- No. 79: William Choong, Senior Fellow
- No. 82: Hoang Thi Ha, Senior Fellow
- No. 84: William Choong, Senior Fellow
- No. 85: Ma Bo, Visiting Senior Fellow
- No. 86: Ian Storey, Senior Fellow
- No. 89: Vinod Thomas, Visiting Fellow
- No. 97: Hoang Thi Ha, Senior Fellow
Brunei | Cambodia | Indonesia | Laos | Malaysia | Myanmar | Philippines | Singapore | Thailand | Timor-Leste | Vietnam | ASEAN / Southeast Asia | Asia Pacific | East/South China Sea | Climate Change/Environment | Others
Cambodia
1. Cambodia navigates nexus of crises
Alissar Chaker
Asia Times, 2 June 2023
2. Malaysia Expels Prominent Cambodian Opposition Figure Sam Rainsy
Sebastian Strangio
Diplomat, 1 June 2023
Indonesia
3. Jokowi’s sea sand export decision to Singapore is humorous
Kornelius Purba
Jakarta Post, 5 June 2023
4. Our (in-)constitutional court
Editorial board
Jakarta Post, 5 June 2023
5. PAN: Ganjar dan Prabowo Bisa Menang Kalau ‘Rangkul’ Erick Thohir [Ganjar and Prabowo Can Win If ‘Embrace’ Erick Thohir]
Febryan A
Republika, 5 June 2023
6. Rekonsiliasi Gerindra-Pemerintah Berdampak Pemilih Jokowi-Ma’ruf Mulai Beralih ke Prabowo
Fauziah Mursid/Andri Saubani
Republika, 5 June 2023
7. Parties weigh divergent paths as KIB faces risk of dissolution
Yerica Lai
Jakarta Post, 4 June 2023
8. Village Funds as instrument to develop villages’ human resources
Antara, 3 June 2023
9. Indonesia election: a rift appears between Jokowi and Megawati in the battle of the kingmakers
[This article was originally published as “Battle of Indonesia’s Kingmakers: A Rift Between Jokowi and Megawati?” on fulcrum.sg.]
Burhanuddin Muhtadi
South China Morning Post, 3 June 2023
10. Indonesia and India are neighbours far apart
Muhammad Ersan Pamungkas
Interpreter, 2 June 2023
11. PDI-P, potential partners look to grassroots Ganjar supporters
Yerica Lai
Jakarta Post, 2 June 2023
12. Who to choose? First-time voters prep for 2024 election
Radhiyya Indra
Jakarta Post, 2 June 2023
13. Jokowi calls for healthy competition in elections, national unity
Yvette Tanamal
Jakarta Post, 1 June 2023
14. Purist Salafis in Indonesia: Between Religious Belief and Demands of Democratic Governance
Syed Huzaifah Bin Othman Alkaff
S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, 1 June 2023
Malaysia
15. Mahathir-Muhyiddin reunion could pressure Anwar’s coalition on race politics, say analysts
R. Loheswar
Malay Mail Online, 5 June 2023
16. After Anwar slams Hadi for harping on race, PAS president insists only Malay-Muslims should lead Malaysia
Muhammad Yusry
Malay Mail Online, 5 June 2023
17. 大马单一族群政治的弊端 [The Disadvantages of Mono-Ethnic Politics in Malaysia]
张晋玮
星洲网, 5 June 2023
18. 慕马携手能有什么力量？[What power will result from the alliance between Muhyiddin and Mahathir?]
杨布易
星洲网, 5 June 2023
19. EcoCeres Renewable Fuels Invests RM1 Bln In SAF Plant In Johor
Bernama, 4 June 2023
20. Mass exodus from Warisan
Borneo Post, 4 June 2023
21. Agong calls on M’sians not to turn religious issues into polemics
Bernama, 4 June 2023
22. Puad claims Muhyiddin willing to work with Dr M for ‘mega donation’
Malaysiakini, 4 June 2023
23. 部长们该打起精神了 [Ministers need to sit up and pay attention]
Malaysian Insight, 4 June 2023
24. Umno Youth leader warns of grassroots defection to PN
Elill Easwaran
Free Malaysia Today, 3 June 2023
25. Back in Umno’s fold, Isa Samad optimistic party’s alliance with DAP can work given time
Ben Tan
Malay Mail Online, 3 June 2023
26. Selangor polls: Harapan offers 10 seats, BN wants 17 – sources
B Nantha Kumar
Malaysiakini, 3 June 2023
27. Azam’s return shows PM flippant about whistleblower protection – C4
Isabelle Leong
Malaysiakini, 3 June 2023
28. Kebebasan Parlimen buka peluang ekonomi untuk rakyat [Freedom of Parliament opens up economic opportunities for the people]
Fakhrurrazi Rashid
Malaysian Insight, 3 June 2023
29. Can Negri Sembilan stop the green wave?
Joceline Tan
Star, 3 June 2023
30. Minister says Malaysia still keen on Chinese firms in second 5G network roll-out
Bloomberg
South China Morning Post, 2 June 2023
31. Malaysia govt turns to conservative policies to placate Malay/Muslim allies: Analysts
Zunaira Saieed
Straits Times, 2 June 2023
32. PN To Use GE15 Formula For Seat Distribution In State Polls
Bernama, 1 June 2023
33. IMF Executive Board Concludes 2023 Article IV Consultation with Malaysia
IMF News, 1 June 2023
34. 值得让出议席给马华和国大党上阵吗？[Is it worth giving up seats to MCA and MIC?]
刘哲伟
Malaysian Insight, 1 June 2023
35. Editorial: Middle Bank – Penang’s Central Park
Ooi Kee Beng
Penang Monthly, 1 June 2023
Myanmar
36. Russia ‘buying back’ arms parts exported to Myanmar and India
Yuko Seko and Shota Fujii, Nikkei staff writers
Nikkei Asia, 5 June 2023
37. Foreign investment in Myanmar’s energy sector fuels military junta
Mizzima, 4 June 2023
38. Peace Talks in Myanmar Highlight China’s Increasing Influence
Ingyin Naing
VOA, 4 June 2023
39. Norway-based research institute proposes recognition of NUG for legitimacy at home and abroad
[Link to the report “Myanmar’s Interrupted Transition: The Democratic Instinct Survives”]
Mizzima, 3 June 2023
40. ‘People trust the AA’: Aid restrictions backfire on the regime
Frontier Myanmar, 2 June 2023
41. Can the Sagaing Forum Take Myanmar’s Spring Revolution to the Next Level?
Zaw Tuseng
Irrawaddy, 2 June 2023
42. Thai authority plans power shutdown to 2 areas in southeastern Myanmar
Nontarat Phaicharoen
Benar News, 1 June 2023
43. A day in the life of a Shwe Kokko scammer
Frontier Myanmar, 1 June 2023
44. China pressures Myanmar to proceed on port project amid community concerns
Radio Free Asia, 1 June 2023
45. CNA Correspondent – Myanmar’s Search For Peace: As Killings Continue, What Can Be Done To Stop The Conflict?
Channel News Asia, 31 May 2023
Philippines
46. China willing to discuss territorial dispute with PH, says official
Franco Jose C. Baroña
Manila Times, 3 June 2023
47. The Philippines’ ‘Middle Power’ Momentum Takes Shape in AMNEX-2
Joshua Bernard Espeña
Diplomat, 1 June 2023
Singapore
48. Singapore’s Role in the Effective Enforcement of Russian Fuel Sanctions
Margaret Lin
Diplomat, 4 June 2023
Thailand
49. Overcoming statelessness in Thailand
Vitit Muntarbhorn
Bangkok Post, 5 June 2023
50. Term limits should stay
Bangkok Post, 5 June 2023
51. Sereepisuth offers S112 assurances
Bangkok Post, 5 June 2023
52. Most satisfied with Chadchart’s performance after first year: poll
Bangkok Post, 4 June 2023
53. Thai PM frontrunner attends Pride parade, promising same-sex marriage, gender identity rights
Reuters
Channel News Asia, 4 June 2023
54. The tide of history shifts in Thai politics
Thitinan Pongsudhirak
Bangkok Post, 2 June 2023
55. Commentary: A dark horse could become Thai prime minister
Napon Jatusripitak, Termsak Chalermpalanupap
Channel News Asia, 2 June 2023
56. Thailand’s Election: The Start of a New Chapter or Prelude to More Turmoil?
Michio Ueda
Diplomat, 2 June 2023
57. Will Thailand’s Move Forward Party Give Up on Lese-Majeste Reform?
David Hutt
Diplomat, 2 June 2023
58. Factional Politics After Thailand’s Election: Survive or Decline
Punchada Sirivunnabood
Diplomat, 2 June 2023
59. Thailand’s traditional elite should seek compromise while it can
Thitinan Pongsudhirak
Nikkei Asia, 2 June 2023
60. Thai finance minister frontrunner aims to tackle debt
Panu Wongcha-um & Devjyot Ghoshal
Reuters, 2 June 2023
61. Pheu Thai scraps B10,000 handout
Bangkok Post, 1 June 2023
62. Looking back at Move Forward MP’s research into inequality
Nation Thailand, 1 June 2023
ASEAN/Southeast Asia
63. ASEAN’s VC ‘funding winter’ worsens on Grab, GoTo slowdown
Tsubasa Suruga
Nikkei Asia, 5 June 2023
64. China tops development finance in Southeast Asia, faces more competition for regional influence: report
[Link to the interactive database “Southeast Asia Aid Map”]
Su-Lin Tan
South China Morning Post, 4 June 2023
65. UN agency warns there is no let-up in drugs trade from Asia’s Golden Triangle
Associated Press
South China Morning Post, 3 June 2023
66. Here’s how Asean can build guardrails for regional stability
Rizal Sukma
Straits Times, 2 June 2023
67. ASEAN’s Response to China’s New Foreign Policy Initiatives
[33-minute Podcast]
Paul Haenle, Sharon Seah
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, 1 June 2023
68. Did Malaysia’s PM Just Say the Quiet Part Out Loud on Myanmar?
Sribala Subramanian
Diplomat, 1 June 2023
69. Asean turns to ‘reliable’ South Korea to feed growing demand for affordable hi-tech arms
Maria Siow
South China Morning Post, 1 June 2023
Asia Pacific
70. China warns against ‘NATO- like’ pacts in Asia-Pacific
Martin Abbugao
Jakarta Post, 5 June 2023
71. China’s Joint Military Drills With Southeast Asian Nations
Narantsatsral Enkhbat
Diplomat, 3 June 2023
72. Commentary: Deciphering China’s mixed messages on US engagement after rejecting meeting between defence chiefs in Singapore
Christian Le Miere
Channel News Asia, 2 June 2023
73. What Is the Quad?
Blake Berger, Victoria Cooper, Lucas Myers, Shu Uchida, and Gaurav Saini
Diplomat, 2 June 2023
74. Applied Geopolitics: India and the Indo-Pacific [40-minute podcast]
Rane Worldview, 2 June 2023
Shangri-La Dialogue
75. Kyiv criticizes Prabowo’s Russia- Ukraine peace plan
Dio Suhenda
Jakarta Post, 5 June 2023
76. No China-U.S. talks, NATO in Asia: 5 takeaways from Shangri-La summit
Tsubasa Suruga And Dylan Loh, Nikkei staff writers
Nikkei Asia, 5 June 2023
77. Philippines to step up ties with U.S.-Japan-Australia coalition
Ryo Nakamura
Nikkei Asia, 3 June 2023
78. Shangri-La Dialogue: Austin touts more ‘agile and resilient’ US presence in Southeast Asia to fight China’s ‘coercion’
South China Morning Post, 3 June 2023
79. Dialogue a guardrail to avert disaster amid US-China rivalry: Australian PM Anthony Albanese
Magdalene Fung
Straits Times, 3 June 2023
80. Indonesia defence minister Prabowo proposes demilitarised zone, UN referendum for Ukraine peace plan
Straits Times, 3 June 2023
81. Top US, Chinese Defense Officials Vie for Influence in Asia-Pacific
David Rising
Diplomat, 2 June 2023
82. No dialogue between US, China defense chiefs in Singapore
Radio Free Asia, 2 June 2023
83. Shangri-La Dialogue: ex-Malaysian minister says Asean ‘very nervous’ about Taiwan as US-China rivalry looms over forum
Bloomberg
South China Morning Post, 2 June 2023
84. The Shangri-La Dialogue at 20
William Choong
Straits Times, 2 June 2023
85. What message does China defence chief Li Shangfu have for Shangri-La Dialogue?
Jack Lau
South China Morning Post, 1 June 2023
86. 中美紧张关系和乌克兰战争料成香会焦点 [U.S.-China tensions and Ukraine war in focus at Shangri-La Dialogue]
联合早报, 1 June 2023
Climate Change/Environment
87. Singapore banks caught in grey area as regional financial sector moves to OK coal phase-out
Janice Lim
Business Times, 5 June 2023
88. Asean still lacks legal redress against transboundary haze, in focus ahead of leaders’ meeting
Samantha Ho
Eco-Business, 5 June 2023
89. Commentary: Southeast Asia’s new imperative to confront brutal heat
Vinod Thomas
Channel News Asia, 3 June 2023
90. How Sustainable Are Sustainability Transitions in the Indonesian Palm Oil Sector?
Dr Helena Varkkey
Australian Institute of International Affairs, 2 June 2023
91. Malaysian farmers reel from dry fields, income loss during heat wave
Iman Muttaqin Yusof and Ili Shazwani
Benar News, 2 June 2023
92. Southeast Asia central to plastic crisis as world leaders negotiate treaty to fight pollution
Jack Board
Channel News Asia, 2 June 2023
93. The High Seas Treaty: A Tall Order for Implementation?
Troy Han
Diplomat, 2 June 2023
94. Report Launch: Clean Energy and Decarbonization in Southeast Asia
[36-minute Podcast]
[Link to the report “Clean Energy and Decarbonization in Southeast Asia“]
Gregory B. Poling , Karen Lee , and Danielle Fallin
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) (United States), 1 June 2023
95. Blue Carbon: A Fragile Defence Against Climate Change
Ryan Wong, Chee Su Yin
Penang Monthly, 1 June 2023
96. Applied Geopolitics: The Relationship Between Climate, Strategic Competition and Technology [28-minute podcast]
Rane Worldview, 1 June 2023
Others
Belt & Road Initiative (BRI)
97. China’s BRI at 10: The journey continues, but has it outlived its purpose?
Lim Min Zhang
Straits Times, 5 June 2023
Media, Technology & Society
98. New govt agency to manage ‘big data’
Bangkok Post, 5 June 2023
99. TikTok and Beyond: How China’s Ascendancy in Digital Technology Challenges the Global Order
Marina Yue Zhang
Diplomat, 3 June 2023
100. When politicians resort to race-baiting
Mustafa K. Anuar
Malaysian Insight, 3 June 2023
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