The things Taiwan needs to do to join TPP
The island needs to negotiate 11 trade agreements in a record time.
Adequate preparations needed before reopening tourism sites
Langkawi reopening has met with strong response, but we need to take care
Is Asia-Pacific ready for rapid aging mega-trend?
In 2050, one in four people will be over the age of 60; three times the number of older persons in 2010.
Taliban resurgence will impact Southeast Asia
In the aftermath of the Taliban triump in Afghanistan, some simmering sentiments in Asean shouldn't be ignored.
Asean nations in a quandary over Aukus
In the aftermath of the Taliban triump in Afghanistan, some simmering sentiments in Asean shouldn't be ignored.
Duterte’s fate before the ICC
If the opposition wins the 2022 elections, expect the government’s wholehearted cooperation with the ICC.
Why Thailand’s tourism sandbox programmes failed
The government’s tardiness in distributing vaccines to tourism provinces has been a factor.
Everybody misses Bali
The Covid-19 pandemic has proven to be damaging for Bali, which is why the government’s plan to reopen the island for foreign tourists has met with enthusiasm.
That sinking feeling from Down Under
Has Australia seriously thought through the implications of AUKUS for Asian neighbours?
AUKUS will complement, and not sideline Quad
AUKUS accentuation will stay in digital and Artificial Intelligence. It is a security partnership, while Quad is a political one.