Considering the dominance of the Javanese in Indonesian politics and culture, it’s surprising that the language is not Indonesia’s national one. Why was Bahasa Indonesia chosen instead?

As political power in Malaysia continues to fracture and dissipate, it’s to be hoped that Sabahans and Sarawakians will exert greater influence - injecting their more inclusive and progressive views on the peninsula.

Five years on and after a deeply divisive election, the republic is facing rising poverty, especially in the rural areas: Are those in Delhi blinded by smog?

Juggling motherhood and work is not easy, especially when you are trying to climb up the hotel industry in Myanmar.

From pagpag to politics: Manila's new mayor is one to watch.

How to make it in India's multibillion-dollar show business.

Six days at sea with Indonesia's national shipping company.

THE gig economy is capitalism at its most brutal. Everybody wants to create the next “unicorn” – disrupting conventional businesses on a global scale like Airbnb and Netflix.

Meet Hamzah, one of the thousands of students who took part in one of the biggest demonstrations in recent years in Indonesia.

THE Indra Square Mall. Pratunam. Bangkok.

Cynics may claim that celebrity activism trivialises. However, in Malaysia, we really need high-profile voices to increase awareness and shape the debate on conservation.

A reflection on Indonesia’s mercurial former president.