What would a Marcos Jr. presidency mean for democracy?
The culture of lies and deception through misinformation and troll farms has made democracy more vulnerable.
Economists propose scrapping Covid-19 tests for int’l visitors, more attractive visa policies
Without the removal of these requirements, international tourists would pivot to other destinations with more convenient and relaxed entry protocols than Vietnam.
Japan to seek alternative sources for crude oil
Russian oil accounts for only a small portion of Japan’s crude oil imports, however, if other countries also try to secure alternative sources, it could lead to further…
SEA Games to light up Hanoi after Covid-19 delay
The 11-nation SEA Games include traditional Olympic sports such as athletics, swimming and boxing, and also regional ones like sepak takraw, an eye-catching volleyball-style sport.
Cambodian kickboxing squad off to a solid start
Kickboxer Touch Rachan gave the Cambodian fans their first smile of the day in the opening match of the 57kg category, defeating Esteban Jomar Balangui of the Philippines on…
Xi offers a plan for global security but will there be takers?
Scholars say the GSI is Beijing's effort to challenge the Washington-led security order.
Helpless Myanmar opposition
The paper says Asean has done much to put pressure on the Myanmar junta, and the NUG needs to move beyond condemnation, regret and criticism.
Philippines’ pre- and post-election jitters
Even with encouraging developments about the possibility of change for the better, the writer says they still see ominous signs of pre- and post-voting fraudulent acts.
Price hike, inflation and consumption
The paper says government efforts should be concentrated on employing long-term strategies to substitute imports.
Strategic perspectives on Indonesia-Japan ties under Kishida
The writer says the two nations have sufficient resources to build a stronger global economy together, as major economies in the Indo-Pacific.