India’s Sri Lanka policy faces challenge
The writer says there are two components of the crisis in Sri Lanka: one on the economic front, and the other on the political one.
Asean must move more boldly on economic integration
The writers say Asean’s network of loosely-prioritized policies creates a cumbersome policy landscape that arguably promotes discussion over action.
South Asian countries must join hands on climate change
A significant part of South Asia depends on climate-sensitive sectors such as traditional fishing, agriculture, and forestry, making them highly susceptible to climate change…
Myanmar’s opposition groups are too demanding of Asean
The writer says instead of criticizing ASEAN, Myanmar’s opposition groups should forge a more constructive and amicable relationship with the bloc.
China looms as the elephant in the Davos room
This, despite there being hardly any Chinese participants at this year’s World Economic Forum.
The seemingly never-ending quest for a South China Sea Code of Conduct
Two decades on, China and Asean are having yet another crack at the code. Is it time to ditch what looks like mission impossible?
G-20 needs to talk about economic espionage, again
The G20, as the premier international forum involving all great and most middle powers, is the perfect platform to reaffirm the need for states to refrain from sponsoring…
Bangladesh and the US need each other
Bangladesh has historically been part of ancient Indo-Pacific connectivity, and it has declared that it shall continue to be a part of ensuring future connectivity in the region.
Engaging with Myanmar’s military based on strategic calculations
The history of Myanmar is the history of struggle with coups, military rule, religious persecution, and ethnic conflict.
Normalizing Myanmar junta: Has Asean self-destructed?
Its success of dealing with the Myanmar crisis is the litmus test for Asean’s credibility and relevance.