1. Thailand Tries Tokyo Fence Mending

    Politics Southeast Asia Thailand

    Thailand’s lack of preparedness for floods in Bangkok frustrated Japan. But both countries have too much to lose to let ties stay sour.

  2. Was Bangkok Just the Start?

    Security Southeast Asia Thailand

    The alleged Iranian attacks on Israeli diplomats underscore the changing face of terrorism. The fight is increasingly likely to be waged in Asia.

  3. Thailand’s Human Rights Crisis

    Politics Southeast Asia Thailand

    The exploitation of lèse-majesté laws for political gain are undermining human rights in Thailand. Violence is looming.

  4. Don’t Forget the Children in Burma

    Society Southeast Asia Burma

    The government in Burma appears to be making some progress on human rights. Hillary Clinton should take the chance to press it over the country’s forgotten minority children.

  5. Mekong Battle Delayed

    Environment Southeast Asia Laos

    The announcement that a decision over whether to proceed with the controversial Xayaburi dam has been delayed has been welcomed by NGOs. But will Laos push ahead anyway?

  6. Vietnam Facing Economic Crisis?

    Economy Southeast Asia Vietnam

    With inflation soaring, Vietnam’s factories are feeling the pinch. Are a raft of government reforms too little too late to prevent an economic crisis?

  7. Murder on the Mekong

    Society Southeast Asia Thailand

    The killing of a dozen Chinese workers in Southeast Asia’s Golden Triangle has prompted an assertive response from China. Too assertive for some of its neighbors.