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Southeast Asia And Australia

Southeast Asia And Australia

The region stretches from the Indochinese Peninsula through the Indonesian archipelago all the way to Australia, forming the dividing line between the Pacific and the Indian Oceans. This area is very diverse – geographically, culturally and historically. What the region’s countries have in common is their largest trading partner: China. Beijing’s assertive policymaking is the most important strategic issue in the region.

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Intrigue and betrayal: Malaysia’s power struggle
Yang Razali Kassim
Yang Razali Kassim

According to a power-sharing agreement drawn up ahead of the 2018 elections, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad was to resign mid-term, letting his former foe-turned-ally Anwar Ibrahim take over the position. Before that could happen, an unexpected coup led to the collapse of the ruling coalition and the crowning of a new prime minister.

The enthronement ceremony of the 16th king of Malaysia at the National Palace in Kuala Lumpur
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The role of Malaysia’s king

The latest crisis in Malaysia gave the country’s monarchy a vital role in protecting the stability and constitutionality of the political process.
Map showing the location of Ream Naval Base, Sihanoukville and Dara Sakor
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Cambodia works to balance regional powers

With a reported deal to allow the Chinese military access to a key naval base, Cambodia has gained the attention of those following the Sino-U.S. rivalry. For Phnom Penh, however, its partnership with Beijing is about carefully balancing Vietnam and Thailand, two strong regional powers with which it still has ...
 Walter Lohman
Walter Lohman
Malaysian prime minister shows support for Anwar Ibrahim’s bid to return to the parliament in late 2018
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Malaysia’s power transition: stormy conditions, steady course

The future of Malaysia’s ruling coalition and its ambitious reforms program hangs on the determination of two iconic leaders, formerly bitter rivals, to set aside their personal grievances and work together for the country’s future. This determination has been put to a test lately.
 Yang Razali Kassim
Yang Razali Kassim
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, then Treasurer, speaks at the National Press Club in Canberra, Australia, on February 17, 2016
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Australia navigates Sino-American tensions

After elections in May, Australia’s new government must decide how to balance its ties with the United States and China. The economic relationship with China is paramount, but Australia also has interests in the security of its immediate neighborhood and shares a great deal with the U.S. The trade war ...
 Walter Lohman
Walter Lohman
A map of Vietnam
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GIS Dossier: Vietnam defends its independence

Vietnam, with its more than 3,400-kilometer coastline on the South China Sea, its growing economy and its large military, is a linchpin of Southeast Asia. It also lies at the crux of global powers’ interests in the region. So far, it has managed to maximize its independence, but rapidly changing ...
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Malaysia inches closer to China

Malaysia inches closer to China
LNG projects in Australia

LNG projects in Australia

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Southeast Asia and China

Southeast Asia has emerged as the Asian epicenter of the United States-China great power competition. At the same time, several other outside players are also competing there, including Japan, India and Europe. Gain insight on our experts’ scenarios for the region with this special offer.
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