Home Search Tags
ASEAN
Trends & Tribulations in the Indo-Pacific

(On August 8-10, 2023, Malaysia’s Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) conducted a seminal international conference called the 36th Asia-Pacific Roundtable.[1] Towards the overarching aim of maintaining ASEAN centrality in...

November 22 , 2023
Neighborhood News Digest – 20 November 2023

Afghanistan Pakistan military says four fighters killed near Afghanistan border – AlJazeera Pakistani security forces have killed four armed fighters, including a highly sought individual, near the northwestern border with Afghanistan, the military...

November 20 , 2023
Myanmar Round Up: October 2023

The month marked the eight anniversary of the signing of the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement. Out of 10 parties that signed the agreement, only seven participated along with delegations from China, Thailand and India. It is interesting to note that...

November 17 , 2023
Neighborhood News Digest – 16 November 2023

Afghanistan Contract Signed for Remaining Work on 500 KV Power Transmission Project – Tolo News A contract for the 500 KV Sheberghan-Dashte Alwan electricity transmission project was signed between the Islamic Emirate and a private company. Da...

November 16 , 2023
Japan’s Engagement with ASEAN: Economic Dimension - Part I

Introduction There are certain issues evolving in the Indo-Pacific region that are driving Japan to be drawn closer to the countries of the ASEAN grouping. The most striking example of the driver that pulls both Japan and the ASEAN closer stems...

November 14 , 2023
Multilateralism Digest: October 2023 - Issue 10

I. India in the UN India abstains on UNGA vote on Israel-Palestine “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” resonates in UN portals India endorses the work UNCITRAL’s 56th Session India cautions regarding ILCs draft articles on Crimes against Humanity II. India...

November 13 , 2023
Turbulence in South China Sea: Need to Enforce UNCLOS

The expansive South China Sea, covering an area of more than 3.5 million square kilometres consisting of atolls, reefs is arguably the most contested waters of Asia. The reserve of hydro carbons and its strategic location in the vicinity of shipping...

November 3 , 2023
Questionable Stance of Cambodia’s Policy on China as Manet attends 3rd BRI Forum Meeting in Beijing

Cambodia’s cosiness with China is a matter of worry for the ASEAN grouping. Cambodia pursued a pro-China policy during the outgoing rule of Hun Sen, one of the world’s longest-serving Prime Ministers and who announced his relinquishment of the top...

October 25 , 2023
Neighborhood News Digest –20 October 2023

Afghanistan Tajikistan’ President unveils 24 new border posts along Afghanistan border – The Khaama Press Imam Ali Rahman, Tajikistan’s President, opened 24 new border posts on his visit to the Khatlon province, strengthening security along the...

October 20 , 2023
Indonesia’s Presidency of ASEAN: Approach to Crisis in Myanmar

Indonesia is holding the presidency of ASEAN for 2023 during which Indonesia has hosted a series of meetings in July and September. Through various statements, ASEAN has emphasised on the common and shared goals and ASEAN’s role as an epicenter of...

October 20 , 2023
Contact Us