Reform Faltering in Myanmar
With elections due in less than 12 months, Myanmar is at a critical juncture between a path to full democracy and a return to military rule.
Singapore Briefing
A brief overview of the historical, political, demographic, and economic issues facing the Lion City.
Jokowi Gambles on Defense as Indonesia Elections Come Down to the Wire
With less than two weeks to go before much-anticipated presidential elections in Indonesia, the race between Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and Prabowo Subianto is closer than anyone would have imagined.
Two Mineral Trade Disputes with Market Implications
China’s rare earth mineral quota and Indonesia’s metal export ban are both proving a headache for importers in the developed world.
Jokowi’s Electoral Stumble: Implications for the Indonesian Economy?
The opening act of election season in Indonesia didn’t go as many analysts had planned, and in a field of no clear winners it's the economy that sometimes loses.
Voter Trends in Upcoming Indonesian Elections
We survey Indonesian voters to find out what might be coming in elections to be held later this year.
Election Report: Indonesia
Here's what's at stake in the 2014 parliamentary and presidential elections in Indonesia.
The Asia Pivot: Old Policy, New Name
There's absolutely nothing that's new in the Obama administration's "Asia pivot."
Factors Driving the Thai Political Crisis
Examining the historical context of two of the main forces driving Thailand's ongoing political crisis.