Debate, dialogue and the sharing of ideas will help middle powers muscle up on the world stage.

Jokowi’s actions, whether those of the powerless or duplicitous, could lead to disaster in Papua.

Nicholas Farrelly argues it is not clear that there is any single technological or social fix for the Internet’s hazards

An open letter to Barack Obama calling for the US to sever military ties with Thailand and impose economic sanctions.

Could new regional players help solve crises like the Rohingya?

Sectarian violence threatens to derail political progress.

Paula Hanasz documents daily life in a remote corner of Bangladesh.

Abbott's sovereignty mantra could do more harm than good.

Military and international observers will be key to ensuring elections run smoothly.

Collapse of opposition another blow for Malaysia’s democratic prospects.

What's next for Malaysia's opposition movement?

Who will save the Rohingya from their man-made tragedy, asks U Kyaw Min.

Could returning fighters extend Islamic State into Southeast Asia?

Countering Islamic State is a way to strengthen Australia-Indonesia relations.

Podcasts of conference now available.

New Mandala co-founder Nicholas Farrelly takes a look at social media use by the Myanmar armed forces

Chatwadee Rose Amornpat, a Thai charged with lese majeste, makes an impassioned plea for the future of her country.

Identity and ideas more powerful than resources in causing conflict, report Amy Doffegnies and Cecile Medail.

Will Indonesia be a 'global maritime fulcrum'?

John Monfries reports that one of the last kingdoms of Java has tentatively embraced female succession.

Visit will define the nature of future relations between the two countries, whatever the outcome of Myanmar's elections.

Australian responses to cattle slaughter in Indonesia and Vietnam show our bias when it comes to our neighbours.

Tamas Wells reports from the many dimensions of conflict session at the 2015 Myanmar/Burma Update.

Nicholas Farrelly suggests Bangladesh and Myanmar should be able to negotiate favourable terms with donors.