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What next for Indonesia?
It remains to be seen whether the judiciary, civil service and military will uphold the will of the people rather than political expediency.
Indonesia's existential contest
Both presidential candidates have similar platforms but diametrically opposed styles of leadership and visions for the future.
What’s in a word?
The Government’s refusal to allow Christians to use the word ‘Allah’ presents a number of challenges.
The Constitution must be supreme
With faith-related issues, our elected officials should lead the way and draw on the collective wisdom of our nation to find the path forward.
Lessons from Indonesia’s debates
It’s time for Malaysian politicians to square off in the debating arena and let the people decide.
Presidential crossroads
Jokowi and Prabowo appear to be evenly matched in what is considered the most important presidential election in Indonesia’s history.
Lessons from India
How Narendra Modi was able to clear the hurdle of suspicions over his role in Gujarat’s anti-Muslim riots is a fascinating case study.
The Philippines ups its tempo
Asean's second largest member in terms of population is enjoying its strongest growth since the 1950s.
The hurdles of hudud
In Malaysia, no one has the right to alter the status quo without common consent.
Whither justice in Thailand?
A strong and independent judiciary is vital, but so is ‘separation of powers’.
When Obama went to Kuala Lumpur
In the Asia-Pacific, diplomatic power play is elegant with commercial and political interests intertwining effortlessly.
SBY makes the crowd take notice
Don’t write off the outgoing Indonesian president just yet, because he is planning an