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Politics • STORY OF THE DAY • Aug 15, 2023 • 6 min read

Analysis Malaysia state elections uphold status quo, hint at the future

By ian hollinger • Aug 15, 2023
Seen as a referendum of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s government coalition, Saturday’s elections ended with the six incumbent state governments maintaining their status. But the breakdown of the vote holds important clues about the electoral landscape

Politics • Aug 02, 2023 • 7 min read
Feature Analysis

Thai politics drama unfolds as Pheu Thai ousts Move Forward from coalition

In a move that sparked anger from progressives, Pheu Thai announced the split on Wednesday in the hopes of making a viable government. The split comes two days ahead of Friday’s parliamentary vote on a prime minister candidate
By Ian Hollinger • Aug 02, 2023

Politics • Aug 01, 2023 • 7 min read
Profile

‘From victim to victor’: A Rohingya journey to Myanmar government

Rohingya human rights activist Aung Kyaw Moe has walked a hard road for justice in his native Myanmar. Now, with his recent appointment as deputy human rights minister to the civilian National Unity Government (NUG), he is the first Rohingya representative to hold a ministerial position in any Myanmar government
By Beatrice Siviero • Aug 01, 2023

Politics • Jul 21, 2023 • 6 min read
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With motorcade, Cambodia’s ruling party marks expected election victory

A Friday motor rally that flooded downtown Phnom Penh showcased Prime Minister Hun Sen's eldest son and chosen successor, Hun Manet. With a landslide victory all but guaranteed for the ruling party, Manet's ascendance could follow as soon as August
By Anton L. Delgado • Jul 21, 2023

Politics • Jul 18, 2023 • 7 min read
Press freedom

Before elections, Cambodia blocks database of public information

The independent portal “Kamnotra” was intended to fill the information void left by recent press crackdowns. Less than a month into its work, officials ordered local Internet service providers to strike access to the platform
By Anton L. Delgado • Jul 18, 2023

Politics • Jul 13, 2023 • 3 min read
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‘I accept it but I’m not giving up’: Thai opposition leader loses PM bid

The conservative establishment rejected Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat as the sole candidate in Thursday's parliament vote for a new prime minister. The lack of clear leadership now pushes Thailand into a rudderless period of uncertain governance
By Ian Hollinger • Jul 13, 2023

Politics • Jul 13, 2023 • 7 min read
Reported explainer

The hard road to government for Thailand’s Move Forward Party

The progressive opposition, headed by the relatively youthful Pita Limjaroenrat, won a decisive victory at the polls in May. But today’s parliamentary vote for a new prime minister could show that its biggest challenges are still ahead
By Ian Hollinger • Jul 13, 2023