Topic: Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
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Thailand elects first female premier. New hope for political middle?
Thailand is set to place a woman with little political experience in charge in a transition of power that could soothe six years of political turmoil.
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Thailand's PM fights uphill reelection battle
Polls suggest that Thailand's opposition Puea Thai Party (PTP), which is loyal to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and led by his sister, will win the largest share in a divisive July 3 parliamentary vote.
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Why Singapore's ruling party suffered historic setback at polls
Voter dissatisfaction is high over rising inequality and the high cost of living. For the first time, opposition candidates contested virtually every seat in parliament.
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Thailand election traces red shirt, yellow shirt fault line
Sunday's by-election in Thailand offer a window on the continuing divide, and hints at the enduring strength of the red shirt opposition.
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Army deploys against Thailand's 'red shirt' protesters
Thailand's 'red shirt' protesters canceled a march Monday as the Army fanned out to block them. But they vowed to continue their demonstration, now at five weeks, until Prime Minsiter Abhisit steps down and calls elections.
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Australia, Japan float rival plans for EU-style Asian bloc
But questions over a US role in any economic grouping and rivalry between China and Japan may thwart a rapid rollout of either plan.
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Thailand's democracy in turmoil
Last weekend 6,000 protestors demonstrated on the third anniversary of the military coup. US concern about democracy is reflected in USAID's return to boost the nation's once-vibrant civil society.
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Sen. Jim Webb breaks the ice in Burma
The reclusive regime in Burma (Myanmar) is touting its newfound openness, but skeptics wonder whether Webb's rare visit will bring any democratic reform.
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Clinton stresses US commitment at ASEAN forum
The US secretary of State's presence is meant to send a signal that Southeast Asia matters – and that the US is watching Chinese influence in the region.
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Suu Kyi trial in Burma (Myanmar) highlights activist's limited power
The regime allowed journalists and diplomats to watch the trial as it entered its third day.
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Thai turmoil escalates as troops hit streets
Security forces were mobilized for the first time since 2006 as violence escalates – two people died in street clashes Monday.
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Critics slam Thailand's activist judges
Judges increasingly are calling the shots in a tumultuous political situation. Are they playing fair?
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What Asia wants from the next U.S. president
The wish list includes continued security aid to balance China, greater engagement, and trade.
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