Thailand’s future under King Rama X: lessons from three Asian countries
It would be short-sighted to believe that a more far-reaching transformation than a royal succession might not also be in store for the Kingdom of Thailand.
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When politics and academia collide, quality suffers. Just ask Nigeria
The politicisation of academia definitely contributes to a decline in academic standards. This is a situation South Africa must work hard to avoid. It can learn from others on the continent.
For reconciliation, Indonesians need to embrace a new understanding of the 1965 ‘anti-communist’ purge
For decades, Indonesia's official national history was silent about the murders and incarceration of hundred thousands of people. Moving beyond that will require a new understanding of what happened.
Backgrounder: what we know about Indonesia’s 1965 ‘anti-communist’ purge
While the details of exactly what happened during Indonesia's 1965-66 massacre of 'communists' remain buried in the depths of time, here's what we do know.
Behind the coup that backfired: the demise of Indonesia’s Communist Party
The killing of six army generals on October 1, 1965, became a pretext to destroy Indonesia's communist party.
How will a 40% cut in Australian aid affect Indonesia?
Australia has cut aid to Indonesia by 40%. That may cause diplomatic displeasure, but the country has restructured its development programs in recent years to be less dependent on foreign money.
The Act of Killing: Oscar nod lifts the lid on Indonesia’s dark past
Academy Award nominations rarely enter into the domain of politics, and certainly have not delved into Indonesian politics in the past. This year, however, is different. US-British director Joshua Oppenheimer’s…
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