Escape from Myawaddy: The Jakarta Post
The syndicates employ the "member gets member" strategy of recruitment, leveraging threats rather than bonuses to coerce members into deceiving friends and relatives.
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Brunei joins regional effort to combat human trafficking
Representing Brunei Darussalam were officials from the Human Trafficking Investigation Unit at the Royal Brunei Police Force and the Security Division at the Prime Minister’s…
China’s EV makers are facing a reality check in Southeast Asia
While the region’s upwardly mobile population may aspire to own EVs, the still-pricey cars are beyond the reach of many. Access to a reliable electricity source is not always a…
India seeks to push pace of defence cooperation with Southeast Asia
Analysts noted that India sees an opening in enhancing its presence through defence and security ties in a region where China already has large pockets of economic and strategic…
Rice noodles unite Guangxi and Southeast Asia
In Guangxi, these noodles are a staple part of meals, enjoyed for breakfast or as quick snacks throughout the day. In Southeast Asia, rice noodles are integral to daily dining,…
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…
Southeast Asia’s human rights and democracy: A reflection
Democracy in the region endures but remains perilously fragile.
Confronting an impunity crisis in Southeast Asia
In the region, impunity not only silences dissent and erodes public trust, but also perpetuates cycles of repression and inequality.
Japan to actively recruit nursing care staff from overseas
About one in five people in Japan will be aged 75 or over next year. There are currently about 2.15 million nursing care workers, but there will be an estimated shortage of about…
Southeast Asia poised to become global AI hub
Since January last year, tech giants such as Microsoft, Google, and Amazon committed to injecting $50 billion in the region’s AI sector.