Gauging the Success of Bangladesh’s Anti-Terror Crackdown
The 2016 Dhaka café attack was a wake-up call on the threat of extremism in Bangladesh. But did the authorities get the message?
Indonesia Faced with a Resurgence of Islamist Terrorism
Indonesia has enjoyed peace on the terrorism front since the days of Jemaah Islamiyah and its bloody campaign of the 1990s and 2000s. But that might be about to change.
Will the Siege of Marawi Be Repeated in the Philippines?
The Philippine Army is closing in on the last remaining militants in Marawi. But this might not be the last time we see an ISIS-linked group seize territory in restive Mindanao.
Myanmar: Ground Zero for China-India Energy Competition
Although democratization has brought added scrutiny to joint ventures in Myanmar, the NLD government is very much in need of the infrastructure investment that China and India can offer.
Japan Stands Firm on Senkaku Islands in East China Sea
Though less prominent than the South China Sea dispute of late, the fight for the Senkaku Islands is far from over.
US-Vietnam Rapprochement Fast-tracked amid South China Sea Dispute
President Obama’s upcoming visit to Vietnam reflects how the South China Sea dispute has made unlikely allies out of the two countries.
Niger Delta: A Region Cursed by Oil Politics
A failure to tackle the root causes of underdevelopment could spark a new wave of violence in the Niger Delta.
Colombia on the Verge of Historic FARC Peace Deal
It appears one of the longest-running conflicts in the world is about to end.
Myanmar: Challenges Ahead as New Parliament Begins Work
After decades of house arrest and a historic election win in 2015, now comes the hard part for Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi.
Backgrounder: Boko Haram
An analysis of the enduring threat posed by Boko Haram, one of Africa’s most brutal terrorist groups.
