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Thai democracy’s waiting game

To heal current political wounds should Thailand wait five years for free and fair elections?

Solidarity, students and shackles

Scholars, writers, and citizens from around the world support the Thai 14.

Tale of tea takes out major international prize

New Mandala contributor Jinghong Zhang recognised for study on rise and fall of puer tea.

On China, The Lady has no choice

If Daw Aung San Suu Kyi is to lead Myanmar successfully she has no choice about whether to do business with China.

Thailand’s thieves in uniform

The ties between the military and monarchy are robbing the country of freedom and democracy.

Building mateship, not subs

Australia and Indonesia need to look beyond aid, trade and the barricade to deepen their relationship.

Indonesian soldiers train in Australia. Photo by Department of Defence.

Friendship and firepower

Regional power shifts could strengthen Australia-Indonesia strategic ties.

Najib Razak’s gamble

In the face of corruption claims, the Malaysian Prime Minister's survival hinges on economics.

Some of the arrested Thai students. Photo from HRW.

Solidarity with imprisoned Thai students

Scholars call for international support for arrested democracy campaigners.

Going it alone

Is Indonesia about to ditch ASEAN?

Complexity and crisis

Complexity and personality help drive current Australia-Indonesia divide, says former ambassador.

Carving up Cambodia’s forests

Human relocation and Chinese development threaten the country's largest national park.