ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute

The State of Southeast Asia 2026 Survey Report is now out! #SSEA2026 gauges the views and perceptions of Southeast Asians on geopolitical developments affecting the region. #SSEA Download it now: iseas.edu.sg/category/centr…

This conference brings together experts to examine how #SoutheastAsia can escape the middle income trap by focusing on the structural, institutional & policy foundation needed to promote inclusive, resilient & innovation driven growth in the region. iseas.edu.sg/mec-events/sha…

Fulcrum Commentary by Lam Duc Vu - Can substance support rhetoric in Vietnam’s growth story, as its ruling Party prepares to mark its centennial in power? #vietnam #tolam fulcrum.sg/ideology-as-sc…

Upcoming next week - Events on the Southeast Asian economic growth and the #Trump-#Xi Beijing summit Full details at iseas.edu.sg/events/upcomin… #southeastasia #US #China #economy

#New in the Trends in Southeast Asia Series from #ISEASPublishing - No. 18/26: “From Khomeini to Khamenei to Khamenei: The Impact of the Rahbar on the Shi‘a Community in Malaysia” By Mohd Faizal Musa. #ISEASBookshop bookshop.iseas.edu.sg/publication/80… iseas.edu.sg/articles-comme… #shia

ISEAS Perspective by Alynna Carlos - Canada is a natural partner for Manila as it navigates maritime security challenges and pursues its “friends to all, enemies to none” foreign policy. #Philippines #Canada iseas.edu.sg/articles-comme…

ASEANFocus@Fulcrum - Joanne Lin, Kristina Fong and Melinda Martinus argue that as global crises become increasingly interconnected, ASEAN faces mounting pressure to strengthen energy security, maritime cooperation, and crisis coordination... fulcrum.sg/aseanfocus/ase…

#New in the Trends in Southeast Asia Series from #ISEASPublishing - No. 17/26: “Madani Economics: A Deep-Dive into the 13th Malaysia Plan (2026–2030)” By James Chai. Visit #ISEASBookshop bookshop.iseas.edu.sg/publication/80… iseas.edu.sg/articles-comme… #Madani #Ecnonomics #growth

Fulcrum Commentary by Zha Daojiong - As Southeast Asian countries ponder the use of nuclear power, China looks set to be a key player. fulcrum.sg/nuclear-energy…

Fulcrum Commentary by Sze Fung Ng - The latest political crisis in Negri Sembilan has exposed fragility in the Pakatan Harapan-Barisan Nasional coalition at the federal level. fulcrum.sg/the-negeri-sem…

ISEAS Perspective by Richard Yarrow and Sovath Kenh - The 2025 border conflict's impact on Cambodia so far appears milder than might be expected for a small economy that depended on trade and labour flows with its larger neighbour. #cambodia iseas.edu.sg/articles-comme…

#ICYMI Happening tomorrow - Vietnam-U.S. Reconciliation: Addressing the Humanitarian Consequences of War Sign up here - iseas.edu.sg/mec-events/vie… #vietnam #US

This webinar will examine the implications of the #US–Indonesia Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (#ART), signed on 19 February 2026, on #Indonesia’s #trade strategy, businesses, workers and regional trade relations. Sign up here - iseas.edu.sg/mec-events/the…

Fulcrum Commentary by @StephenOlsonHF - The US and China will prioritise stability amid internal economic pressures and global volatility — presenting more opportunity for Southeast Asia to diversify trade and investment beyond the superpowers. fulcrum.sg/a-very-stable-…

Join us for this hybrid seminar to unpack the multifaceted relationships between #domesticpolitics and #foreignpolicy in #SoutheastAsia countries. Listen to the panel experts as they explore how internal dynamics define state behaviour within ASEAN. iseas.edu.sg/mec-events/def…

Fulcrum Commentary by Donghyun Park and Kwanho Shin - Policymakers have sought to mitigate the negative effects of ageing by addressing labour shortages. A better way would be to look at total factor productivity fulcrum.sg/the-silver-lin…

#ICYMI Happening tomorrow - Perspectives on Contemporary Muslim Youth Movements: The Cases of Malaysia and Indonesia Sign up here - iseas.edu.sg/mec-events/per… #muslim #youth

Fulcrum Commentary by Prisie L Patnayak - India’s diplomatic outreach to key Southeast Asian countries belie the fact that many of the same countries view New Delhi with low confidence. fulcrum.sg/indias-engagem…

Upcoming next week -Events on contemporary #Muslim #youth movements and #US - #Vietnam relations. Full details at iseas.edu.sg/events/upcomin…

Fulcrum Commentary by Ooi Kok Hin (@ooikokhin) - Some observers have written off MUDA’s electoral prospects ahead of the next general elections in Malaysia. This might be a tad premature. fulcrum.sg/mudas-next-pha…

Discover the life and works of #Hamka, one of Indonesia’s most prominent #Muslim #intellectuals. Read more on the ISEAS Library Blog: iseas.edu.sg/library/blog/h… visit #ISEASLibrary to check out the full display!