Southeast Asia Program

The CSIS Southeast Asia Program is the premier forum for sustained high-level policy dialogue focusing on Southeast Asia and U.S. interests in the region

The Southeast Asia Program provides policy recommendations and support for U.S.–Southeast Asia relations and builds political, economic, and people-to-people ties between the United States and Southeast Asian countries.

In this effort, the Southeast Asia Program:

  • Raises the level of focus on Southeast Asia through educating, enlightening, and making regional issues and leaders more accessible to a U.S. audience.
  • Broadens the constituency of active and interested parties in the United States that are engaged in the policy dialogue on Southeast Asia.
  • Develops a strong foundation of research-based knowledge to encourage dynamic policy dialogue in support of sound security, economic, human rights, and people-to-people policies toward Southeast Asia.
  • Attracts the world’s most talented and knowledgeable researchers and thinkers to contribute to the CSIS Southeast Asia Program.

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Energy Technologies and Decarbonization in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asian governments must contend with growing energy demand that will require major investments not only in mature renewables but also emerging technologies.

Report by Lauren Mai and Andreyka Natalegawa — September 30, 2024

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Greg Poling, Elina Noor, and Japhet Quitzon highlight the most important news from Southeast Asia and dive into candid conversations with leading voices on the region and U.S. foreign policy.

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Spotlight - Malaysia: May 21, 2024

Anwar Ibrahim’s government feels emboldened by its win in the Kuala Kubu Baharu byelection on May 11.

Blog Post by Sophie Lemière — May 21, 2024

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Singapore's New Leader with Chong Ja Ian

Greg and Elina chat with Chong Ja Ian about Singapore under Lawrence Wong’s premiership. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai — May 16, 2024

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The Latest on Southeast Asia: U.S. Tech Investments in ASEAN

U.S. tech giants are keenly aware of Southeast Asia’s strategic importance and are strengthening their regional presence with huge investment pledges from Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon in recent weeks.

Blog Post by Gregory B. Poling and Japhet Quitzon — May 9, 2024

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U.S.-Philippines Developments with July Amador

Greg and Elina chat with July Amador about recent developments in the U.S.-Philippine alliance. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai — May 2, 2024

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U.S. and China Perceptions in ASEAN with Andreyka Natalegawa

Greg and Elina are joined by Andreyka Natalegawa to discuss trends in perceptions of the U.S. and China in the region.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Andreyka Natalegawa, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai — April 18, 2024

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