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1 – 8 of 8Meanwhile, the Myanmar junta and the military-aligned Thai government are under pressure from opponents, and the Philippines is gearing up for elections. With COVID-19 vaccination…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB265571
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The ‘Golden Triangle’ -- centred on the tripoint of Laos, Thailand and Myanmar -- has long been a hub for production of illicit drugs. The area is rife with drug cartels.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB263576
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Japan is viewed by ASEAN states as the most constructive player among the major powers. China is seen as aggressive and the United States as unreliable under President Donald…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB256490
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Last week, its partners in the ‘Quad’ grouping -- the United States, Japan and Australia -- agreed to help increase its vaccine manufacturing and exporting capacity. Each of the…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB260281
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The lead-up to these has proved a test of the region’s convening power.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB273817
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This year, it plans to hold its 38th and 39th summits back-to-back on October 26-28. The decision to postpone the first meeting is likely a response to internal strains. The bloc…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB260339
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All are aiming to revive economies badly hit by the pandemic’s fallout. The ten ASEAN states and five of the bloc’s dialogue partners recently signed a Regional Comprehensive…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB257727
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In recent months, the region has received jabs manufactured in China, India and Russia -- the key practitioners of ‘vaccine diplomacy’ -- as well as shots made in the West…