Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia • STORY OF THE DAY • Jul 29, 2016 • 4 min read

As referendum on Thai constitution approaches, atmosphere darkens

By Logan Connor • Jul 29, 2016
Eight opposition politicians in Thailand are facing sedition charges, the latest government crackdown on dissenting voices as a vote on a new Thai constitution draws near 

Southeast Asia • Jul 28, 2016 • 6 min read
Interview

Rise of the Southeast Asian entrepreneur: an interview with Quek Siu Rui

Quek Siu Rui is a co-founder of Carousell, which launched in May 2012, and now oversees product and marketing. Carousell is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing community marketplaces, with over 26 million listings and a presence in 12 major cities around the world
By David Hutt • Jul 28, 2016

Southeast Asia • Jul 27, 2016 • 4 min read

New measures give Malaysian PM unprecedented security powers

The measures under the National Security council act are set to come into effect on Monday. Photo: EPA/Fazry Ismail The National Security Council act will give Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak sweeping security powers within designated “security areas” in the country. Presented as an antidote to Islamic extremism, there are concerns it will be used to silence Najib’s critics amid the 1MDB scandal
By Logan Connor • Jul 27, 2016

Southeast Asia • Jul 26, 2016 • 3 min read

Duterte announces ceasefire with communist rebels

Ahead of scheduled peace talks next month, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has declared a ceasefire between the government and communist rebels who have waged a bloody insurgency for nearly five decades
By Logan Connor • Jul 26, 2016

Southeast Asia • Jul 25, 2016 • 4 min read

Tens of thousands farewell Cambodian government critic Kem Ley

A Cambodian woman holds a portrait of independent political analyst Kem Ley during his funeral procession yesterday. Photo: EPA/Mak Remissa Massive crowds of mourners took part in a funeral procession on Sunday for Cambodian commentator Kem Ley, who many believe was killed for political reasons
By Holly Robertson • Jul 25, 2016

Southeast Asia • Jul 21, 2016 • 4 min read

How to read minds and influence people: a mentalist's guide

Tom DeVoe is a Singapore-based ‘mentalist’, an entertainer who uses psychology, suggestion and observation to do amazing things with people’s minds. He has performed around the world, been hired by brands such as Bulgari and Jaeger-LeCoultre and appeared on Channel News Asia, CNN and the BBC
By Dene Mullen • Jul 21, 2016

Southeast Asia • Jul 19, 2016 • 3 min read
Interview

A business insider's guide to cracking conferences

Tyron McGurgan, CEO of events company Media Corp International, reveals the secret of reaching decision-makers and supplying a “bullseye hit” for delegates
By David Hutt • Jul 19, 2016