By increasing petroleum prices, the government hopes to dodge sovereign default, salvage the IMF deal and leverage the support of multilateral financial institutions and friendly…
The need for South-East Asia to “speak out” and “look out for its own interests” are more urgent than before.
Former ambassador to the US Pham Quang Vinh also said the framework will create high standards for cooperation between countries, including the US and many key countries in the…
The rest of the world seems to have forgotten the Rohingyas' and Bangladesh's plight.
The writer says Asian countries need to brace themselves for the negative impact brought on by the framework.
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.
The writers say Asean’s network of loosely-prioritized policies creates a cumbersome policy landscape that arguably promotes discussion over action.
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…
The writer says instead of criticizing ASEAN, Myanmar’s opposition groups should forge a more constructive and amicable relationship with the bloc.
This, despite there being hardly any Chinese participants at this year’s World Economic Forum.