Will Thailand be the first rainbow domino of Southeast Asia?
Thailand is poised to become the first Southeast Asian country to legalise same-sex marriage. Could this put pressure on its neighbours to embrace greater social diversity and equality?
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Military Manpower has become a critical factor for Myanmar's Junta
Victories by Myanmar’s ethnic insurgents over the past three months have resulted in a strategic shift in the civil war, and in the balance of power in Myanmar. Manpower is a key factor in an existential conflict.
Anwar Ibrahim’s Quiet Triumph
After surviving a year in office, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is well placed to ensure economic progress, government stability and the development of policies that benefit all Malaysia’s ethnic groups, writes Kishore Mahbubani.
Sth East Asia: Between the US and China
At the annual ASEAN-Australia-NZ Dialogue in Kuala Lumpur, Southeast Asian representatives stressed the importance of national independence and resilience. Natasha Hamilton-Hart charts the economic challenges ASEAN faces in achieving those goals amid the US-China rivalry.
Southeast Asia Strategy Needs Funding and Commitment
Australia’s planned economic strategy for Southeast Asia will require significant funding, bipartisan political commitment, and good oversight if it is to succeed, writes Brenton Mauriello AM.