The Memo: February 2—9, 2025
The Memo from February 2—9, 2025: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
Munira Mustaffa
THE MERIDIAN: Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship: A Test of Regional Diplomacy
Barely a month into ASEAN chairmanship, Anwar Ibrahim faces pressing geopolitical and economic challenges. From Myanmar’s unresolved crisis to surging cybercrime and trade uncertainties, ASEAN’s relevance is on the line. Success will require bold leadership, diplomacy, and decisive action.
The Memo: January 26—February 2, 2025
The Memo from January 26—February 2, 2025: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
The Memo: January 18—26, 2025
The Memo from 18—26 Jan 2025: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
The Memo: 6 Jan — 12 Jan 2025
The Memo from 6 Jan—12 Jan 2025: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
THE MERIDIAN: Southeast Asia's Pivot to BRICS: A Pragmatic Hedge or a Geopolitical Gamble?
Southeast Asian nations join BRICS for pragmatic reasons, not solely to oppose the West. De-dollarisation is a key goal, but faces challenges. Risks include association with a China-Russia axis and limited concrete benefits.
The Memo: 30 Dec 2024—5 Jan 2025
The Memo from 30 Dec 2024—5 Jan 2025: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
The Memo: 16 Dec—29 Dec 2024
The Memo from 16 Dec—29 Dec 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
The Memo: 16 Dec—22 Dec 2024
The Memo from 16 Dec—22 Dec 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
FLASHPOINT: Syria's Next Chapter: Between Transformation and Turbulence
Syria enters new phase as HTS takes Damascus, ending Assad's rule. While al-Jolani seeks legitimacy and international support, questions remain about governance and minority rights. Regional implications loom, though fears of militancy spillover in Southeast Asia may be overstated.