South East Asia & Oceania
Trading Blocs and Political Shocks: A New Economic Era Unfolds
The “Liberation Day” tariffs imposed by the US mark a major shift toward protectionism, disrupting global trade and disproportionately impacting Southeast Asia and Oceania. As economic uncertainty grows, joint responses to preserve rules-based trade and regional stability are being explored.
Op-Ed: Duterte’s Arrest: A Step Toward Justice, But What About the Drug Trade?
Duterte’s arrest by the ICC marks a pivotal moment in the fight for justice, but the global drug trade remains an evolving crisis. However, international cooperation is needed to dismantle drug networks and hold the true perpetrators accountable.
A First for ASEAN: Indonesia Joins BRICS, Reshaping Regional Economics
Indonesia becomes the first ASEAN nation to join BRICS, strengthening its global economic ties while balancing its non-alignment policy. This move positions Indonesia for expanded trade, infrastructure growth, and deeper collaboration with emerging economies.
Op-Ed: Will People’s Lives Change After the Civil War in Myanmar Ends?
Both the military and those fighting for democracy and regional autonomy have relied on illegal profits as the easiest way to fuel their war efforts.