Populism and democracy: Lessons from the US and Indonesia
The narrative of victimhood and rebellion against elites mirrors trends in Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia, where populist rhetoric has significantly shaped political…
The Pacific in 2025: Navigating the shared challenges
The region faces challenges of climate change, geostrategic tensions, political upheaval, disaster recovery and decolonization, plus a 50th birthday party.
Southeast Asia’s human rights and democracy: A reflection
Democracy in the region endures but remains perilously fragile.
Halting aid to Gaza: Are residents going to be left to die?- The Japan News
More than 45,000 people, including many women and children, have already died in Gaza. Calls for a ceasefire between Israel and the Islamist militant group Hamas have never been…
One last look at Asia’s 2024 winners and losers
Diverse, mixed democratic trajectories for a diversity of democracies in Asia characterised 2024.
A message from one neighbour to another
The writer says that if propaganda in India against Bangladesh continues, UN special rapporteurs should be invited to visit both countries to assess the plight of their minorities.
Is it finally time for a female ASEAN chief?
In ASEAN’s half-century history, every secretary-general has been male. It is time for the bloc to walk the talk and prioritise gender equality at leadership levels.
Delhi’s dilemma: The Statesman
Bangladesh’s request for the extradition of its former prime minister, Sheikh Hasina from India marks a pivotal moment in South Asian diplomacy.
Is Indonesia abandoning ASEAN?: The Jakarta Post
This is the second time since President Prabowo’s inauguration that Indonesia has sent a concerning message to its regional neighbours.
Reconfiguring the ASEAN Human Rights Declaration
The AHRD remains a document of relevance and ambivalence.