A strong US-ASEAN partnership starts with Myanmar
While the US can play an important role, ASEAN should lead the way in resolving the Myanmar crisis and restoring the democratically-elected government of Myanmar.
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Marcos’ ‘people power’
The paper says there are reasons to believe the Philippines might again fall into the grip of political dynasties.
We need to uplift the forgotten women behind Asia’s plastic waste recycling systems
By uplifting women doing informal waste work, we may eventually find new, more equitable paths to a sustainable, plastic waste-free future.
The soaring price of cooking oil is unforgivable for ordinary Indonesians
The writer says the palm oil industry must remember the environmental and social costs of their businesses are enormous.
Macron’s EU proposal: A potential mechanism for Southeast Asia?
The writer says the region could have a new regional architecture in which certain nations could invest without abandoning ASEAN and its ossified rules.
Activists condemn alleged terror against human rights activists in Papua
It is the latest incident in a series of attacks against Papuans or those voicing human rights in the easternmost provinces of the country.
Electronic invoicing is key to breaking the palm oil price mystery
More than two weeks after Indonesia's export ban, the price of cooking oil remains far above the retail price ceiling.
Indonesia’s flip-flops give Malaysia edge in top palm oil market India
Indonesia is the world's biggest palm oil producer but its erratic export policies have pushed Indian consumers to increase their dependence on Malaysia.
New Zealand fully reopens to the world in August
The controls have been hailed as world-leading by some, with New Zealand boasting one of the lowest coronavirus death rates among developed nations.
South Korea new President calls on North to trade nukes for aid
Analysts say, however, North Korea has long made it clear it will not trade nukes for aid.