Archive: Apr 2019



STORY OF THE DAY • Apr 25, 2019 • 8 min read

Militant monks Do no harm

By Lindsey Kennedy and Nathan Paul Southern • Apr 25, 2019
A toxic mix of nationalism and religious extremism is leading to a wave of political violence across Southeast Asia

STORY OF THE DAY • Apr 23, 2019 • 4 min read
Partner Content

SCIA nurturing students towards a sustainable future

By Singapore Cambodia International Academy • Apr 23, 2019
As a next-generation smart school, learning at SCIA is deeply rooted in creating new experiences that are rich and meaningful for their students. By integrating sustainability and environmental awareness, students learn to build a ­healthy future for their communities and the planet and in turn, to take responsibility for their actions.

Apr 11, 2019 • 4 min read
Say No to Plastic

A small cafe with big dreams

Every month, Southeast Asia Globe features stories from organisations around the region taking action to reduce plastic use. This month, we highlight Footprint Cafes
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial • Apr 11, 2019

Apr 05, 2019 • 3 min read
A feast for the senses

Magnifique Musical Afternoon Tea at the Sofitel Hotel

The luxurious Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra Hotel, a leader in creating unique experiences for those living in or visiting the Cambodian capital, has recently launched the latest in a long line of gastronomic experiences: a Musical Afternoon Tea, to be hosted on the first Saturday of each month through the end of the year
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial • Apr 05, 2019

Apr 04, 2019 • 7 min read
Religion

How sharia came to Brunei

Brunei has become the first country in Southeast Asia to fully implement sharia criminal law on a national level, imposing brutal punishments for adultery and same-sex relations
By Thomas Brent • Apr 04, 2019

Apr 03, 2019 • 4 min read
Malaysia

The region’s corrupt politicians should watch the 1MDB trial closely

Ten years to the day after being sworn in as prime minister of Malaysia, Najib Razak is standing trial for a slew of corruption and money laundering crimes. Asia Institute Tasmania director James Chin explains what the corruption trial means for the region’s once-untouchable political elite
By Paul Millar • Apr 03, 2019

Apr 02, 2019 • 14 min read
EDM music

Backstage at Southeast Asia’s only underground electronic festival

Three years ago, a group of Russian club owners started a small festival on the shores of Phu Quoc, Vietnam, with the aim of introducing international DJs to the region. Now with 37 Southeast Asian DJs in the mix, the 11-day fest has turned into a truly international cross-cultural exchange
By Amanda Kaufmann • Apr 02, 2019