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Southeast Asia Radio

CSIS’ Greg Poling, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai, joined by Elina Noor, Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, highlight the most important news from Southeast Asia and dive into candid conversations with leading voices on the region and U.S. foreign policy. We’ll cover everything you want to know about Southeast Asia. Geopolitics in the region? Recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic? Democracy and human rights? Nothing is off limits! So, join us for “Southeast Asia Radio” every other Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.


Southeast Asia Radio is produced by David Lotfi.

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Southeast Asia Radio

Pacific Airwaves - Missile Tests and Mutual Defense

Andreyka and Monica discuss China's missile test, shifting Pacific security dynamics, and the latest regional developments. This episode was recorded on August 3, 2026.

Podcast Episode by Andreyka Natalegawa and Monica Sato — August 6, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Sara Duterte’s Impeachment and Philippine Politics with Regine Cabato

This week, Greg is joined by Regine Cabato to cover the latest in Philippine domestic politics, including Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial in the Senate. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest in the region, from Indonesia’s financial outlook to Japanese engagement within the region.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai — July 31, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Southeast Asia’s Strategic Alignment Future with Prashanth Parameswaran

This week, Greg and Elina are joined by Prashanth Parameswaran to discuss his new book on the future of Southeast Asia’s strategic alignment amid U.S.-China rivalry. Lauren and Sebastian cover the latest in the region, from Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial to regionwide efforts against illegal drugs. 

Podcast Episode by Lauren Mai, Gregory B. Poling, Elina Noor, and Dr. Prashanth Parameswaran — July 16, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Southeast Asian Responses to U.S.-China Conflict with Natalie Sambhi and Bich Tran

This week, Greg was joined by Natalie Sambhi and Bich Tran to discuss their new report on the factors that would shape Southeast Asia responses to potential U.S.-China conflict. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest from Vietnam’s bamboo diplomacy to the latest updates on scam centers.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Lauren Mai, and Japhet Quitzon — July 2, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Pacific Airwaves – New Leadership, New Currents

Andreyka and Monica discuss Prime Minister Matthew Wale's foreign policy, ocean governance, and other regional updates. This episode was recorded on June 29, 2026.

Podcast Episode by Andreyka Natalegawa and Monica Sato — July 2, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Vietnam’s Evolving Foreign Policy with Le Hong Hiep

This week, Greg and Elina were joined by Le Hong Hiep to discuss recent developments in Vietnam’s foreign policy after To Lam’s visits to the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. Patal and Japhet cover the latest developments, from corruption investigations in Indonesia and the Philippines to Chinese engagement in the region.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Elina Noor, Le Hong Hiep, and Japhet Quitzon — June 18, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Trump-Xi Summit Outcomes for Southeast Asia with Amb. Edgard Kagan

On this episode, Greg and Elina were joined by Amb. Edgard Kagan to discuss what the recent Trump-Xi summit means for Southeast Asia. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest, from Indonesian export controls to Luzon Economic Corridor updates.

Podcast Episode by CSIS Scholars — June 5, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Pacific Airwaves – Elections, Alliances, and Agency

John and Andreyka discuss recent elections, shifting foreign policy dynamics, and evolving regional engagement by the United States, Australia, and China.

Podcast Episode by John Augé and Andreyka Natalegawa — June 5, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Japan’s Southeast Asia Policy with Kristi Govella

This week, Greg and Elina were joined by Kristi Govella to talk about Japan’s foreign policy direction in Southeast Asia under PM Takaichi Sanae. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest, from prisoner releases in Myanmar to joint military exercises in the Philippines.

Podcast Episode by CSIS Scholars — May 21, 2026

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Southeast Asia Radio

Indonesia’s Evolving Foreign Policy with Evan Laksmana

This week, Greg and Elina are joined by Evan Laksmana to discuss the direction of Indonesia’s foreign policy. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest from the region, from the Strait of Malacca to scam networks.

Podcast Episode by CSIS Scholars — May 7, 2026

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