Jokowi takes authoritarian turn as Indonesian elections loom

By outlawing the radical Muslim group Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia, is the country's beloved president tarnishing his democratic credentials?
By Ismira Lutfia Tisnadibrata • Sep 04, 2017

Press Freedom

Cambodia Daily publishers banned from leaving the country

Following the Cambodian newspaper's closure over an unpaid tax bill, the General Department of Taxation has announced the newspaper’s general manager will not be permitted to leave the country unless the owners pay $6.3m in alleged arrears
By Euan Black • Sep 04, 2017

An investor's insight

Five questions to ask before investing in Southeast Asia’s startups

Companies need more than a healthy current account to thrive in Southeast Asia. Investors should ask these five key questions before jumping on board
By Markus Gnirck • Sep 01, 2017

Fresh air

The startup helping Cambodia’s city slickers breath freely

Phnom Penh’s KamasK hopes its air filtration masks will keep the country’s urbanites safe from pollution
By Will Feuer • Sep 01, 2017

UFC vs. One Championship

The fight for Asia’s MMA fanatics

Undeniably the biggest mixed martial arts promotion in the Western world, US-based Ultimate Fighting Championship also brings in millions of dollars in revenue from Asian media rights deals. But Singapore-based One Championship is turning the tables with a roster filled with local talent and a focus on Asian values
By Euan Black • Sep 01, 2017

Culinary

Cooking up Cambodia’s culinary future

Focus Cambodia heads inside the kitchen of Phnom Penh’s new culinary arts academy, where the team has grand visions of elevating the country’s food and beverage scene
By Claire Knox • Aug 31, 2017

How red tape stopped fintech startups from taking over

Fintech companies once wanted to replace banks – now they want to work with them
By Euan Black • Aug 31, 2017

The fourth industrial revolution is coming to Southeast Asia

The recent Inspire Asean event in Phnom Penh focused on the future of manufacturing, with industry leaders arguing that the region must move on from labour-intensive processes if it is to compete on the world stage
By Euan Black • Aug 30, 2017