Whatever happened to

Somaly Mam?

In 2014, Newsweek published a devastating cover story alleging that the high-profile Cambodian anti-trafficking activist had created a web of lies to fund her valiant mission. Southeast Asia Globe investigates the story’s repercussions three years on
By Holly Robertson • Apr 24, 2017

Harley Davidson latest brand looking to tap into Cambodian market

Following luxury Western automobile brands such as Rolls-Royce and BMW, the world renowned motorcycle manufacturer will open its first dealership in Cambodia in a few months time A file photo dated 28 August 2003 showing Harley-Davidsons parked near the Milwaukee Museum of Art on the shores of Lake Michigan. Photo: EPA/Shawn Thew
By Euan Black • Apr 21, 2017

Jet Set: Hotel Muse

Classic style and sumptuous drinking and dining options help this spot in the Lumpini area stake a claim as one of Bangkok’s coolest hotels
By Dene Mullen • Apr 21, 2017

Ahok spared prison time after conceding Jakarta election

Outgoing Jakarta governor Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, popularly known as Ahok, will deliver his closing argument to the court next week, in a drawn out case that loomed over the election campaign Basuki 'Ahok' Tjahaja Purnama (C), the current governor of Jakarta, arrives at a polling station during the second round of regional elections in Jakarta, Indonesia, 19 April 2017. Unofficial polls show that Ahok lost the election by a considerable margin. Photo: EPA/Bagus Indahono
By Colin Meyn • Apr 20, 2017

Art market

Should private collectors be allowed to dominate Southeast Asia’s art scene?

As art in the region becomes more and more valuable, private collectors are beginning to take over the region's art scene. While they are providing valuable financial support to a struggling industry, many worry that art is falling prey to the desires of the rich and powerful
By Paul Millar • Apr 20, 2017

Aung San Suu Kyi's climate change crisis

In 2008, Myanmar suffered its worst natural disaster on record when Cyclone Nargis swept through and the military regime hampered relief efforts. Now, the new government is struggling to find the resources needed to help protect its people from the ravages of global warming  A monk inspects the ruins of his monastery destroyed by Cyclone Nargis in Kaunt Chaung, Myanmar. Photo: DPA
By Fatima Arkin • Apr 20, 2017

Climate change

Aung San Suu Kyi’s climate crisis

In 2008, Myanmar suffered its worst natural disaster on record when Cyclone Nargis swept through and the military regime hampered relief efforts. Now, the new government is struggling to find the resources needed to help protect its people from the ravages of global warming
By Fatima Arkin • Apr 20, 2017

Anies Baswedan headed for big win in Jakarta election, unofficial polls show

The Muslim candidate and former minister is leading by 16% with almost all votes counted in his bitterly contested race against embattled incumbent Ahok Jakarta governor candidate Anies Baswedan (R) reacts with his running mate Sandiaga Uno (L) after exit polls in Jakarta, Indonesia, 19 April 2017. Photo: EPA/Bagus Indahono
By Euan Black • Apr 19, 2017