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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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Domestic Politics Updates in Malaysia with Asrul Sani

This week, Greg is joined by Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani to discuss the latest updates from Malaysian domestic politics in the aftermath of a “corporate mafia” political scandal. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest, from Myanmar’s leadership changes to tech investments in Thailand.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Japhet Quitzon, Lauren Mai, and Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani — April 9, 2026

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Pacific Airwaves - Investment, Influence, and Power Politics

John and Andreyka discuss the U.S.–Pacific Investment Summit, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau’s travel throughout the region, and domestic politics across the Pacific.

Podcast Episode by John Augé and Andreyka Natalegawa — April 1, 2026

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Laos National Assembly Outcomes with Murray Hiebert

This week, Greg and Elina are joined by Murray Hiebert to unpack the latest from Laos’ National Assembly and the country’s future direction. Patal and Japhet cover the latest from the region, from energy crises to Thai politics.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Japhet Quitzon, Murray Hiebert, and Elina Noor — March 26, 2026

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Border War, Scam Centers, and Cambodian Politics

This week, Greg is joined by Sophal Ear to discuss Cambodian domestic politics and the Hun Manet government’s push against scam centers. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest in the region, from government turmoil in Malaysia to airstrikes in Myanmar.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Japhet Quitzon, Lauren Mai, and Japhet Quitzon — March 13, 2026

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Tariff Ruling and US-ASEAN Trade with Amb. Brian McFeeters

Greg and Elina are joined by Amb. Brian McFeeters to discuss U.S.-ASEAN trade in the aftermath of the Supreme Court’s IEEPA ruling and the recently concluded U.S.-Indonesia trade deal. Japhet and Lois cover the latest from the region, from the Board of Peace to Sara Duterte’s 2028 presidential bid.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Elina Noor, Japhet Quitzon, and Lois Ramilo — February 26, 2026

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Pacific Airwaves - Politics and Power in the Pacific

John and Monica discuss ocean governance, China’s growing influence in the region, and domestic political dynamics across the Pacific.

Podcast Episode by Monica Sato and John Augé — February 26, 2026

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Indonesia’s Market Turmoil with Mehu Sitepu

Greg and Elina are joined by Mehu Sitepu to discuss the latest updates on Indonesia’s economy, foreign policy, and domestic policy. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling — February 12, 2026

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Vietnam 14th National Party Congress with Alex Vuving

Greg and Elina are joined by Alex Vuving to discuss the outcomes of Vietnam’s 14th National Party Congress.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling — January 29, 2026

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Election Updates in Myanmar with Nyantha Lin

Greg is joined by Nyantha Lin to discuss the domestic and international implications of the ongoing elections in Myanmar.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling — January 15, 2026

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