Dr Nattapoll's case is part of a broader pattern of SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) cases.

Ko Nyi Nyi Aung Htet knew what he risked. He persisted, for he believed that democracy and a bright future will not return to Myanmar if the Tatmadaw succeeds.

Public opinion should force the Indonesian government to consider and adjust its policies and responses to China in the South China Sea.

Women of different ages and social backgrounds have been at the heart of the Myanmar protests, giving the women's movement unprecedented visibility.

Why, after such a long hiatus, is underwater cultural heritage is once again being considered as an economic, not an archaeological or historical, resource?

The Indonesian government could regain trust by enhancing cooperation with those in the local community already involved in assisting IDPs

An important and unanswered question is the extent to which traditions of subsistence farming may still keep families afloat.

Nick Cheesman talks to Duncan McCargo about his new book on the "hyperlegalism" recently on display in Thailand's courts.

As Chinese influence intensifies, Cambodians are trying position themselves in relation to this new tide of values.

In an era in which optics are fundamental, Myanmar's protest movement has forged a strategic visual course inspired by real and fictional past movements.

Soft diplomatic approaches may yet allow ASEAN to act not as democratic enforcers but as democratic promoters.

How were Indonesians’ enjoyment of political, economic, and social rights have been affected by the multiple crises of 2020?

Members of ethnic minorities standing against the military are concentrating on institutional change, while majority Bamar NLD supporters focus on the release of party leaders and the formation of government.

If Duterte has failed to deliver, why do so many local politicians remain beholden to him?

For Indonesia and Australia, the salvage of Perth has put maritime heritage cooperation into the spotlight, prompting greater bilateral engagement.

We should look beyond elite urban internet users to grasp the reach of Southeast Asian digital governance and its chilling effects

Fake cooperatives acting as representatives of farmers can seek land concessions and conveniently serve as an extension of corporations.

Despite the seeming incredulity of the military and USDP’s claims of fraud, there is reason to take the Tatmadaw’s insistence on the legitimacy of its constitutional claims seriously.

COVID-19 arguably provided opportunities to increase legitimacy and accountability.

Civic space in Timor-Leste has been challenged and expanded by the pandemic

A rash decision near the end of Obama’s tenure led to the complete failure of American foreign policy.

Past US government policies towards Myanmar have been idealistic and flawed by partisan diplomacy.

America’s overlapping strategic interests concerning the South China Sea necessitate diplomatic engagement with ASEAN.