Addressing the thorn in the region’s flesh
China cannot stand to gain from continuous exploitation of ASEAN’s apparent frailties.
Brunei’s balancing act
Brunei’s delicate balancing act epitomises how states can ensure national interests are met, by relying on bilateral ties with opposing greater powers.
Is Southeast Asia’s security at the mercy of China?
In light of prevailing economic and political interests, ASEAN countries are most likely to follow the Philippines’ example. This could mean overlooking a ruling in their favour even if it is handed to them.
What came of the ASEAN Summit 2017?
What transpired over the four days at the 31st ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings in Manila.
How would Trump-Xi friendliness impact ASEAN?
There will always be a mix of rivalry and cooperation between the US and China.
ASEAN Roundup: November 6 - November 12, 2017
A summary of leading stories between November 6-12, 2017 across Southeast Asia.
Maritime dispute to take centre stage during ASEAN Summit
The South China Sea dispute will be a key item on the agenda during the 31st ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings.
Duterte gives in to China over Spratly Island huts
The apparent reversal comes at a time of improving relations between China and the Philippines, which until recently had bitterly contested their overlapping claims to the sea.
China, ASEAN hold joint naval drills as tensions ease
China, Thailand, the Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar, Lao and Brunei took part, with Vietnam notably absent.
ASEAN's tactful approach on maritime dispute
The United States Energy Information Agency (EIA) estimates there to be 11 billion barrels of oil reserves and 190 trillion cubic feet of natural gas reserves in the disputed region.