Two sides of the social media coin
Where the Pakistan hybrid set-up’s near-total control of traditional media platforms has meant compliance and the dissemination of a view favourable to it, it has had to turn…
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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.
Trump’s second act and Indonesia’s economic outlook in 2025
Mr. Trump’s reelection and its impact on US monetary policy add a layer of complexity to Indonesia’s fiscal and monetary landscape.
One last look at Asia’s 2024 winners and losers
Diverse, mixed democratic trajectories for a diversity of democracies in Asia characterised 2024.
Investigate thoroughly: The Korea Herald
From a long-term perspective, the operations of provincial airports need to be inspected. Actually, many of them were built under politicians' pork-barrel pledges rather than out…
Why 2025 is a crucial year for Bangladesh
As Bangladesh enters 2025, Bangladeshis should carry unity forward. Because, as history has shown, when the nation is divided, it falls. But when the people are united, they are…
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.
What could the Trump presidency mean for the Philippines?
Overall, early assessment shows that the net impact of Trump’s campaign agenda would be negative for the Philippines.