Is Malaysia headed for a snap election?
With Malaysia’s current government facing a serious challenge of legitimacy, a snap election could be around the corner.
Articles by Umair Jamal
What does Vietnam’s trade deal with the EU mean for the country and ASEAN?
Vietnam’s economy is expected to gain enormously from the FTA with the EU. However, the country will face major criticism unless it adopts labor and human rights reforms.
What does the COVID-19 boom in gaming mean for Southeast Asia?
Southeast Asia’s gaming market presents a new way to boost the region’s economic growth in the post-COVID-19 era.
How a new Amnesty report sheds light on Myanmar’s civil-military relations
The recent Amnesty International report about the Myanmar military’s alleged war crimes highlights the country’s civil-military imbalance and the significant impact it will have on the country’s general election.
What can Southeast Asia learn from Singapore and its first ‘COVID-19 election’?
With political campaigns entirely online but voting still taking place in person, what does Singapore’s election say about future votes in Southeast Asia?
Mob violence in Indonesia has been aggravated by rapid urbanization and state complicity
Mob violence is rising swiftly in major cities across Indonesia and the state has been complicit in encouraging vigilante behavior. What will it take for the Indonesian government to realize the severity of the threat?
Why Pakistan matters to Southeast Asia
Pakistan may not be an attractive partner for ASEAN yet but the state requires greater attention—from its trade potential, to its security expertise and its role in geopolitics.
What does the US State Department terrorism report say about its stance in Southeast Asia?
In 2019, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines made major efforts to defeat local and international terrorist organizations. But did these countries meet the US government’s criteria for combating terrorism?
How are startups in Southeast Asia dealing with the COVID-19 threat?
Until recently, startups in Southeast Asia were rising fast with support from governments and investors. But many startups in the region are now fighting for survival as revenues and funding plummet due to the COVID-19 crisis.
Decoding the Philippines Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020
The Filipino Parliament and the Supreme Court should guarantee that the highly contentious Anti-Terrorism Act won’t be used as tool of political victimization.