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A shroud of violence in the Philippines

Why does Filipino society paradoxically accept violent means to contain violence?

Communists and contradictions in Vietnam

The country's rulers are caught between renewal and maintaining Communism with Vietnamese characteristics.

Same old wine, brand new bottle

Stumbling blocks to peace at the 21st Century Panglong Conference.

The Duterte paradox

Is the Philippines heading towards developmental authoritarianism?

Past friends need to work on their future

Indonesia has a long way to go. Australia should go with it.

Malaysia the fragile federation

Whether it is 53 or 59, an old debate shows why Sabah and Sarawak may not be celebrating independence.

A conference and conflict in Myanmar

Will Panglong II end decades of ethnic insurgency?

Prachatai journalist charged by junta

More worrying signs for media freedom in Thailand.

A building and brutality

Can architecture help heal the wounds of Cambodia's genocide?

Financial scandals and foreign affairs

1MDB is a Malaysian problem with reach in Australia, writes Amrita Malhi.

No smooth sailing

Philippines 'utility men', servitude and dreams of better days.