#ASEAN

The US authorizes a record $11.1 billion arms sale to Taiwan in early 2026. This analysis explores China's severe backlash, the historical legal context, and the impact on ASEAN neutrality.

Explore the strategic implications of China influence in the 2026 Myanmar election. Despite a reported 52% turnout, critics label the polls as a sham backed by Beijing and Moscow.

As of January 5, 2026, Beijing claims its actions in the South China Sea are lawful enforcement. Explore the latest updates on the China Philippines South China Sea dispute 2026 and the geopolitical fallout.

Explore the Southeast Asia Geopolitical Outlook for 2026. Analysis of the Thailand-Cambodia border ceasefire, Myanmar's controversial elections, and Vietnam's leadership transition.

On Dec 31, 2025, Thailand released 18 Cambodian POWs. This Thailand Cambodia prisoner release 2025 follows a ceasefire agreement, marking a potential thaw in border relations.

The Philippines prepares to chair ASEAN in 2026. President Marcos Jr. faces the challenge of balancing South China Sea tensions with regional cooperation goals.

Fighting erupts at the Thai-Cambodia border despite diplomatic talks. Explore the latest on global security strikes and holiday season tensions in 2025.

Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire after three weeks of conflict. Defense Minister Natthaphon emphasized that the truce is not based on trust.

Thailand and Cambodia have signed an immediate ceasefire on Dec 27, 2025, after 20 days of border clashes that killed 100+ people. ASEAN observers will monitor the fragile truce.

Thailand and Cambodia have signed a ceasefire agreement following border clashes that killed 101 people. Mediated by Donald Trump and ASEAN, the truce ends 20 days of fierce fighting.

Al Jazeera reports fresh fighting at the Thai-Cambodia border despite ongoing peace talks. Discover why diplomacy is failing on the ground and what it means for ASEAN stability.

Thailand's air strikes on the Cambodian border during peace talks have left 41 dead and nearly 1 million displaced. Read about the geopolitical context and mediation efforts.