The Southeast Asia Program @CSIS is the premier forum for sustained elevated policy dialogue on Southeast Asia and US interests in the region.
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Philippines–Japan ties upgraded to a comprehensive strategic partnership, boosting defense cooperation as energy and trade uncertainties mount. Read the #LatestOnSoutheastAsia: cs.is/4fSXs4a
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Brunei’s first cabinet reshuffle since 2022 brings two of the sultan’s sons into government, signaling a gradual generational shift in leadership. Read the #LatestOnSoutheastAsia: cs.is/3QB4D6Y
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ICYMI | @SoutheastAsiaDC held a discussion with Philippines Secretary of Foreign Affairs @SecLazaro, as part of the CSIS U.S.-Philippines Initiative, which aims to deepen mutual understanding between the United States and its oldest Indo-Pacific ally.
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From energy security to Myanmar and Thailand–Cambodia tensions, ASEAN confronts overlapping crises with limited collective action. Read the #LatestOnSoutheastAsia: cs.is/4eRFkYh
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Vietnam’s large trade surplus with the United States has made it a central target of “America First” trade policy—but its economic exposure far exceeds regional peers. Read here: cs.is/4ofXNQK
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With U.S.–China trade unresolved, Southeast Asia could emerge worse off under “America First,” facing higher U.S. tariffs, investment uncertainty, and shrinking room to maneuver between major powers. Read the commentary here: cs.is/4eGQwa0
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John and Andreyka discuss recent elections, shifting foreign policy dynamics, and evolving regional engagement by the United States, Australia, and China. Listen more here: cs.is/4xcbyUK
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On this episode, Greg and Elina were joined by Amb. Edgard Kagan to discuss what the recent Trump-Xi summit means for Southeast Asia. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest, from Indonesian export controls to Luzon Economic Corridor updates. Listen to the episode here: cs.is/4x883i0
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Indonesia's recent global engagements signal a new direction in its foreign policy under President Prabowo Subianto. Evan Laksmana joins Greg and Elina to discuss Indonesia's evolving foreign policy and what it means for the country and the greater region. Listen here: cs.is/4tqfPkl
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Recently, Japan has increased its diplomatic outreach in Southeast Asia under the leadership of Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae. In this episode, Greg and Elina sit down with Kristi Govella to discuss what this new direction means for both sides amidst changing geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific. Listen more here: cs.is/4doCUPF
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The CSIS Southeast Asia Program is pleased to welcome Haroro J. Ingram as a nonresident Senior Associate. His work in the Philippines has focused on supporting peace and stability efforts in Mindanao and helping partners strengthen resilience against external malign interference. Full bio here: cs.is/4uNnyK8
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Amid the Iran war, Asia-Pacific diplomacy converges on energy security—Singapore, the Philippines, and the Quad all stress open sea lanes and resilient supply chains. Read the #LatestOnSoutheastAsia: cs.is/4fSXs4a
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Impeachment drama, deepening corruption investigations, and rising living costs are converging to test the Marcos administration in its final two years. Read the #LatestOnSoutheastAsia: cs.is/4tF5Msr
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John and Monica discuss how the conflict in Iran is affecting the region, recent natural disasters, and domestic political dynamics across the Pacific. Listen here: cs.is/4eUTozX
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The ASEAN Summit highlights divisions over Myanmar, slow progress on regional disputes, and growing concern over energy disruptions linked to the Middle East crisis. Read the #LatestOnSoutheastAsia: cs.is/4eRFkYh
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Agreements on Reciprocal Trade are reshaping Asia’s trade landscape—but uneven tariff outcomes and security clauses leave ASEAN countries vulnerable as China secures a looser truce with Washington. Read the commentary here: cs.is/4eGQwa0
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Greg and Elina sit down with Dr. Adrian Ang to explore how the ongoing U.S.–Iran conflict is shaping regional perceptions of the United States. Meanwhile, Lauren and Japhet break down the latest regional developments, from Prabowo’s global engagements to shifts in regional biofuel production. Listen here: cs.is/41Xsvnt
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This week, Greg and Elina were joined by Kristi Govella to talk about Japan’s foreign policy direction in Southeast Asia under PM Takaichi Sanae. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest, from prisoner releases in Myanmar to joint military exercises in the Philippines. Listen more here: cs.is/4doCUPF
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Since taking office in 2024, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has adopted a more active, hands-on foreign policy marked by frequent foreign visits and expanding cooperation with global partners. In this episode, Greg and Elina sit down with Evan Laksmana to unpack Indonesia's growing global engagements and its impacts in its global relations and domestic politics. Listen more here: cs.is/4tqfPkl
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The CSIS Southeast Asia Program is pleased to welcome Haroro J. Ingram as a nonresident Senior Associate. His work in the Philippines has focused on supporting peace and stability efforts in Mindanao and helping partners strengthen resilience against external malign interference. Full bio here: cs.is/4uNnyK8
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