CSIS Southeast Asia Program

The May recap of Southeast Asia Radio is out! Listen to our latest episodes as we track developing news happening across the region.

Catch a new epsode every other Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.

Amid the Iran war, Asia-Pacific diplomacy converges on energy security—Singapore, the Philippines, and the Quad all stress open sea lanes and resilient supply chains. Read the : https://cs.is/4fSXs4a

This week, Greg and Elina were joined by Kristi Govella to talk about Japan’s foreign policy direction in Southeast Asia under PM Takaichi Sanae. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest, from prisoner releases in Myanmar to joint military exercises in the Philippines. Listen more here: https://cs.is/4doCUPF

The CSIS Southeast Asia Program is pleased to welcome Haroro J. Ingram as a nonresident Senior Associate. His work in the Philippines has focused on supporting peace and stability efforts in Mindanao and helping partners strengthen resilience against external malign interference. Full bio here: https://cs.is/4uNnyK8

ASEAN leaders focus on the Iran conflict and energy security at the 48th Summit, while advancing limited steps on Myanmar and regional tensions. Read the : https://cs.is/4eRFkYh

As the Trump administration advances “America First” trade deals across Asia, Southeast Asian economies face growing risks from higher tariffs, market access concessions, and unresolved U.S.–China trade tensions. Read the commentary here: https://cs.is/4eGQwa0

This week, Greg and Elina are joined by Evan Laksmana to discuss the direction of Indonesia’s foreign policy. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest from the region, from the Strait of Malacca to scam networks.

Listen here: https://cs.is/4tqfPkl

The April recap of Southeast Asia Radio is out! This month, we covered the latest developments happening in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. New episodes drop every other Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.

Introducing Joseph Damond, Senior Associate (Non-Resident) at the CSIS Southeast Asia Program.

With over four decades of experience across government and the private sector in Washington, Joe has been at the forefront of U.S. trade policy in Asia—from leading negotiations on landmark agreements like the U.S.–Vietnam Bilateral Trade Agreement to shaping engagement with ASEAN and APEC. His career bridges diplomacy, global health policy, and international business, bringing a unique perspective to Southeast Asia’s evolving economic landscape.

Read his full bio here: https://cs.is/42qP3xj

John and Monica discuss how the conflict in Iran is affecting the region, recent natural disasters, and domestic political dynamics across the Pacific. Listen here: https://cs.is/4eUTozX