Jokowi 1-0 Prabowo: The key takeaways from the first Indonesian presidential debate
Indonesia’s two presidential candidates, Joko Widodo and Prabowo Subianto, faced off in the first presidential debate of the campaign. Who came out on top?
Bangkok’s air quality: Prescribing short-term fixes for a long-term problem
This week, pollution in Bangkok reached dangerous levels. As the government rushed to implement short-term fixes, Bangkok is left crying out for a dynamic, government-wide approach to tackling pollution.
Malaysia’s economy suffers as political instability continues post GE14
Malaysia’s economic growth slowed in 2018 despite a smooth transition of power. To mitigate the damages inflicted by an international trade war, Pakatan Harapan must find some stability.
Thailand’s wealth inequality is the highest in the world: What will this mean for the upcoming elections?
New data indicates Thailand has the highest wealth inequality in the world. With elections expected in February, political parties are forced to address this threat to social stability.
Is Singapore on the way to embracing cryptocurrency as part of the financial system?
While cryptocurrencies are yet to be exchange-registered, they are already a part of the payment landscape. But will Singapore fully implement digital currencies as a payment option?
Foreign insurance firms can give Myanmar’s lagging insurance market a much-needed boost
After years of delays, Myanmar is poised to open its insurance market to foreign companies. This latest phase of liberalisation will bring about long-overdue economic benefits.
No longer under the radar: Vietnam’s emergence as a startup hub
Vietnam is fast becoming a tech startup hub in the ASEAN region. What are the factors behind this transformation, and can Vietnam catch up with the likes of Singapore and Indonesia in the regional startup landscape?
Too little too late: ASEAN’s role in the plight of the Uyghurs
ASEAN was not hospitable to the Uyghur population when they arrived as refugees. But as the full extent of China’s mass incarceration policy comes to light, ASEAN nations have the opportunity to make amends.
The Singaporean education system’s greatest asset is becoming its biggest weakness
Singapore’s education system is internationally acclaimed – but the driving force behind its success could be transforming into its Achilles’ heel.
Malaysia says ‘no more non-recyclable waste’ – will the world take note?
Malaysia has banned imports of non-recyclable waste. It is time other countries followed suit and tried to solve waste problems instead of moving them elsewhere?