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.
Munira Mustaffa
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.
The Memo: 1 Dec—8 Dec 2024
The Memo from 1 Dec—8 Dec 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
THE MERIDIAN: Trump's Return to the White House and What to Expect
Trump's projected return sparks Chinese business exodus to Southeast Asia, while Washington's silence over attacks on Malaysian peacekeepers signals deeper shifts. Both trends push Malaysia and its neighbours to recalibrate relations as American reliability wanes.
The Memo: 1 Nov—10 Nov 2024
The Memo from 1 Nov—10 Nov 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
The Memo: 16 Sep—22 Sep 2024
The Memo from 16 Sep—22 Sep 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.