Ties that bind

Article Abstract:

A number of disputes could serve to heighten tensions between Malaysia and Singapore. These include the status of the Tanjong Pagar railway station in downtown Singapore, which is officially in Malaysian hands. The two countries would benefit significantly from cooperating at a time of economic turmoil, but seem unable to prevent their relations being clouded by disputes. Some observers believe that Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad is taking a negative stance on Singapore because of criticism within the ruling United Malays National Organization about his management of the economy.

International Affairs, Intnl Political Relations, Singapore, Malaysia, International relations, Singapore foreign relations, Malaysian foreign relations

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Compatriot games

Article Abstract:

The Chinese government has decided to shift away from its policy of not making ordinary people aware of attacks on ethnic Chinese in Indonesia. It is now calling for Indonesia to protect ethnic Chinese, and the Chinese media has revealed many details about attacks on ethnic Chinese in Indonesia. It is clear that China is becoming more confident in its foreign policy, feeling that it no longer needs to avoid criticism in order to remain on good terms with friendly authoritarian countries.

China, Indonesia, Chinese foreign relations, Media coverage, Chinese (Asian people), Indonesian foreign relations, Chinese in Indonesia

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Out of its depth

Article Abstract:

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) has so far been unable to tackle the region's economic crisis effectively. Asean leaders have been involved in extensive talks, but have not put any practical measures in place. Frequent talks are improving relations among Asean leaders, but they have not been able to find an easy solution to the region's economic difficulties. Some observers believe that the economic crisis will force significant restructuring at Asean.

Management, Economic aspects, Asia, Association of Southeast Asian Nations

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