The alarming rise of maritime piray in Malacca Straits
Unchecked piracy can give major powers like China and the United States justification to boost their naval presence in and around the strait, notes the paper.
Global economic fragmentation calls for proactive, unified Asean strategy
It is vital that an Asean strategy to tackle global economic fragmentation is premised upon its collective interest, say the writers.
The secret to success following the Korea-US summit
The writer cautions against consequences of divisions over President Yoon's visit to the United States.
Ranking isn’t everything
In short, the opportunities afforded by Indonesia’s macroeconomic strength are a pull factor for investment, even though they seem strangely at odds with the ranking.
Jobs will soon become a national security issue
Automation and artificial intelligence will pose the biggest risks to the most sought-after jobs for youth.
The new Cold War heats up
Gloomy as it may be, it is certain and unavoidable that the rivalry will worsen as the Chinese push to challenge the United States for dominance.
Press freedom is in peril
The paper says when people are forcibly kept in the dark, democracy cannot exist.
How the media helped shape a negative perception of the Rohingya
Oversimplified representation of the Rohingya crisis have perpetuated the notion of refugees being problematic and burdensome.
The future of jobs in the age of AI, sustainability and deglobalisation
In a technology-intensive, greener and potentially deglobalising world, local skills development will matter more than ever.
Just expel the Myanmar’s junta from Asean
The writer says ASEAN should just expel the junta-controlled Myanmar from ASEAN and intensify talks with the opposition groups, including with NUG, instead.