southeast asia



STORY OF THE DAY • Jul 30, 2023 • 2 min read

Editorial Cambodia enters a new era

By Beatrice Siviero • Jul 30, 2023
Cambodia prepares for a change in political leadership from father to son while urban poors continue to increase amidst economic challenges and fast city developments.

STORY OF THE DAY • Jul 26, 2023 • 9 min read

Feature As global economy slows, SEA growth fights on

By Amanda Oon • Jul 26, 2023
Amidst concerns over rising costs and continuing inflation, a new report from the Asian Development Bank and economic experts are finding optimism amongst bleak economic outlooks

STORY OF THE DAY • Jul 24, 2023 • 5 min read

Editorial Amidst disasters, seizing the moment for a more resilient Asia-Pacific

By Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana • Jul 24, 2023
This week, the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is convening experts and policymakers to discuss transformative adaptations to worsening natural disasters. Ahead of the meeting, UN Under-Secretary-General Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana lays out its mission and the stakes for its success

Jul 22, 2023 • 2 min read
Editorial

A week in politics

Cambodia prepares to vote in July general election as Thailand remains without new PM. Annamites mountain habitat is a concern for conservationists
By Beatrice Siviero • Jul 22, 2023

Jul 15, 2023 • 2 min read
Editorial

Thailand’s prime minister turmoil

Plus regional cyberwar, elephant conflicts and 'Riot Island' memories
By Beatrice Siviero • Jul 15, 2023

Jul 04, 2023 • 8 min read
Editorial

For urbanists, safe streets are lively streets

City planners in Phnom Penh often point to busy, bustling streets – such as those frequented by informal vendors – as contributing to public risk or disorder. But research from cities around the world suggests the very opposite is true
By Prak Norak • Jul 04, 2023

Jul 01, 2023 • 2 min read
Editorial

A rainbow month

From lost political hopes to LGBT+ rights to community radio
By Beatrice Siviero • Jul 01, 2023

Jun 19, 2023 • 6 min read
Interview

New book unveils ‘Carbon Colonialism’ in Southeast Asia

University of London lecturer Laurie Parsons compiles 15 years of work across Cambodia to understand how the country fits into the global supply chain providing the West with garments, footwear and more. In this Q&A, Parsons shares insights from the book and his experiences in the field
By Anton L. Delgado • Jun 19, 2023

Jun 17, 2023 • 2 min read
Editorial

All about environment

From carbon emissions in Singapore to fish conservation in the Mekong River
By Beatrice Siviero • Jun 17, 2023