The Philippines’ National Security Council (NSC) revealed a clandestine Chinese intelligence operations on its territory on March 4.
Author: Jonathan Kay
Research Assistant at CSIS Indonesia
Southeast Asian states respond to Middle East crisis-driven fuel pressures
Following rising tension between US-Israel and Iran that started on February 28, fuel prices and demand in Southeast Asia have surged. One major factor was the blockade of Hormuz Strait which disrupted the global energy supply-chain through which 13 million barrels of oil per day are transported. There are rising concerns over liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and gasoline rarity.
To anticipate further consequences, some Southeast Asian governments have introduced different measures. Myanmar restricts the use of personal cars as gasoline and diesel are two sources of energy in the country.
Myanmar junta pardons over ten thousand political prisoners
Demonstrators in Yangon hold portraits of Aung San Suu Kyi while protesting against Myanmar’s military coup, demanding democracy and the release of detained civilian leaders. […]
Malaysia unanimously condemns US-Israeli strikes against Iran
Following the attacks and retaliations between US-Israel and Iran starting on February 28, Southeast Asian countries are divided in their reaction.
Thirty nations join Asia’s largest joint exercise training in Thailand
Troops from 30 nations take part in the 45th Cobra Gold drills, strengthening regional defense and disaster response coordination. (The Nation) On February 26, 30 […]
US imposes new tariffs on solar imports from Indonesia and Laos
Solar power contributed significantly to electricity generation at a Texas, recent energy data shows. (Recurrent Energy) The US Department of Commerce released new tariff policies […]
Bhumjaithai’s Anutin Charnvirakul says no 300-seat coalition deal has been finalised
Bhumjaithai Party Leader Anutin Charnvirakul has denied claims that a 300-seat coalition has already been secured, as reported by a media outlet on February 21.
Malaysia moves to limit the prime minister’s mandate to two terms
On February 23, Malaysia made a constitutional breakthrough by introducing a bill to limit the prime minister’s period in office to just two terms, a total of ten years, in an effort to boost accountability and curb executive overreach.
Indonesia signs US$38.4 billion trade deals with the United States
On February 18, Indonesian delegates were hosted by the US Chamber of Commerce to seal the final trade deal between the two countries valued at around US$38.4 billion.
Sara Duterte to run for Philippine president amid new impeachment complaint
Vice President Sara Duterte said on February 18 that she will run for president in the upcoming 2028 election.