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The limits of big ‘P’ politics in Myanmar’s elections

Moral ideas and not parties continue to define people's politics.

A woman votes in Myanmar's 2012 by-election. Photo from Wikimedia commons.

Ethics and elections in Myanmar

Ahead of scheduled elections, Trevor Wilson reports on a sensitive topic.

National League for Democracy (NLD) supporters celebrate their victory in parliamentary elections outside party headquarters on April 1, 2012 in Yangon, Myanmar. Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images.

To the election and beyond

After the election, Myanmar will have some serious new challenges to contend with

Astrology, prediction and postponement

Nicholas Farrelly considers the possibility that Myanmar's election will be postponed

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Searching for Singapore’s soul

It's time to scrap 'faux' race categories.

Deputy Speaker of the House Fadli Zon poses with Donald Trump during a tour of the US. The meeting last month caused much controversy in Indonesia. Photo: @fadlizon on Twitter

Jakarta’s junkets cost the nation

Less touring, more studying would serve Indonesian politicians well, argues Elizabeth Pisani.

Why I speak out against the Thai Monarchy

Poverty and injustice drive Chatwadee Rose Amornpat's passion for royal accountability.

Myanmar’s minefields

Landmines the missing link in country’s ceasefire process, writes Gregory Cathcart.

‘Lesbianism’ and detention in Aceh

Recent arrests reveal worrying signs of increasing religiosity and conservatism.

Why we still need SBY

Rather than a swansong, karaoke king and former president should deliver an encore.

Southeast Asian snapshots

From hazy days to rackets in Thailand, Mish Khan brings you the best from this crazy, chaotic corner of the globe.

Dissent and dictatorship in Thailand

Criminalising opposition under the country's most repressive regime.