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Turmoil in Thailand with Pongkwan “PK” Sawasdipakdi

Greg and Elina unpack the latest political developments in Thailand with Pongkwan “PK” Sawasdipakdi. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest: from Alice Guo’s arrest to Pope Francis’ region-wide visit.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Pongkwan Sawasdipakdi, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai — September 5, 2024

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Spotlight - Malaysia: September 12, 2024

Classified documents pertaining to Malaysia’s offshore drilling initiatives at the Luconia Shoals were divulged by The Philippine Daily Inquirer last month.

Blog Post by Sophie Lemière — September 12, 2024

The Latest on Southeast Asia: Typhoon Yagi Updates

The strongest storm in Asia in 2024 so far, Typhoon Yagi charted a destructive path through the Philippines and southern China before barreling into northern Vietnam.

Blog Post by Japhet Quitzon — September 12, 2024

Southeast Asia Radio

Turmoil in Thailand with Pongkwan “PK” Sawasdipakdi

Greg and Elina unpack the latest political developments in Thailand with Pongkwan “PK” Sawasdipakdi. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest: from Alice Guo’s arrest to Pope Francis’ region-wide visit.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Pongkwan Sawasdipakdi, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai — September 5, 2024

CSIS Southeast Asia Radio

Spotlight - Indonesia: August 29, 2024

The candidate registration period for regional elections in Indonesia closed on August 29, capping off a tumultuous week in which the government of President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and its allies veered dangerously close to sparking a constitutional crisis.

Blog Post by Andreyka Natalegawa — August 29, 2024

Spotlight - Malaysia: August 29, 2024

The Malaysian government has intensified its policing of public expression through the “3R” issues of race, religion, and royalty.

Blog Post by Sophie Lemière — August 29, 2024

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U.S. Regional Engagement with Chris Johnstone and Andreyka Natalegawa

Greg is joined by Chris Johnstone and Andreyka Natalegawa to discuss the implications of Sec. Austin and Sec. Blinken’s recent trips throughout East and Southeast Asia.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Christopher B. Johnstone, Andreyka Natalegawa, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai — August 22, 2024

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