Phone hacking in Vietnam

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democracy, government, human rights, law, politics, power, security, social media, technology, Vietnam

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What might a state like Vietnam do with the technology now available? A possible guide is here.

Secret weapons, pinay style

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China, gender, Philippines, power, security

Want to know more? The link is here

The rhythms of rural Thailand

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culture, films, Isaan, music, society, Thai food, Thai language, Thailand

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A beautiful short movie of life in rural Thailand available here

Southeast Asia Covid-19 Tracker

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Brunei, Cambodia, COVID-19, health, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, research, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam

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A great resource here provided by the Center for Strategic & International Studies.

Malaysia update

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COVID-19, health, Malaysia

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Three graphs that, on 3 May 2021, point to a situation of escalating concern..

Now you know…

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Indonesia, politics

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Southeast Asia in the Age of Great-Power Rivalry

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Brunei, Cambodia, China, conflict, democracy, diplomacy, geopolitics, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, politics, power, security, Singapore, Thailand, trade, Vietnam

For those interested, a great review essay is available here.

The world’s oldest known cave painting found in Indonesia

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archaeology, art, fieldwork, history, Indonesia, Sulawesi

Amidst seemingly endless global bad news, the story here is indeed one for the ages.

Hello Hanoi

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architecture, cities, culture, food, Hanoi, history, streetfood, Vietnam, Vietnamese food

For those readers intrigued by what it may be like visiting (and eating in) Hanoi, a marvellously written guide to what you may experience is available here

Myanmar election

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democracy, elections, government, human rights, Myanmar, politics, power, voting

Most eyes are on the imminent United States Presidential election…but not all eyes.

This week there is also the election in Myanmar, with a good summary here.