Key to ‘East Asian’ health   

On May 8, 2011, leaders of the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations issued a joint statement to reaffirm their commitment toward the development of a common position on global issues. The statement reflects an endeavor to reshape the traditional principles of the ASEAN way by enhancing the significance of binding strictures. (The Japan Times)

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Thailand’s foreign relations under the new government   

The Kachin people, marginalised by the Burmese government, are willing to fight for survival. Is China the only hope for preventing all-out war? (The Diplomat)

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Thailand’s foreign relations under the new government     

Although Yingluck is yet to substantively comment on her foreign policy agenda, its orientation can be deduced from her ‘Thailand vision 2020’, announced before the election. The Vision 2020 clearly shows that the new government will likely have an outward oriented policy emphasising Thailand’s leading role in the international arena. It reinvigorates Thailand’s desire to be a regional hub for many activities, such as aviation, finance, health services and food production. (East Asia Forum)

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