Southeast Asia

Biochar: A Potential Sustainable Solution to Energy and Agricultural Needs, and Climate Change Mitigation for Singapore and Southeast Asia

In addition to its agricultural and land remediation uses, biochar production generates sustainable energy. Credit: Unsplash/Sigmund Sponsored Article in Commemoration of Earth Day 2021 Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has not only disrupted businesses globally but also numerous sustainability projects and climate change mitigation goals. Notably, action against climate change is one of UN’s 17 Sustainable …

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Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership and the Challenges of ASEAN Centrality

State leaders posing for a group photo during the 3rd Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Summit in Bangkok in 2019. Credit: AFP/Manan Vatsyayana Introduction The signing of the RCEP on 15 November 2020 signified the establishment of the largest free trade agreement (FTA) in the world. The agreement comprises ten members of the Association of Southeast …

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The Shape of Contemporary Conflict in Southeast Asia: How Violent Extremism has Changed Our Women and Children

Women have played increasing roles in terrorism. Similarly, women must play increasing roles combatting this threat in Southeast Asia. Credit: Syriadeeply.org Women and Children in Terrorism: A Four-Part Analysis (Part 4: CVE Assessment for Southeast Asia’s Women and Children) Introduction Local and Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTFs) rely on the presence of women and children to …

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Agritech: An Attractive Industry for Investment and Target for Attack

With agritech, crops are grown in a controlled environment negating the need for labour-intensive work. Higher dependency on such technology for our basic needs increases its attractiveness as targets of attack. Credit: Unsplash/Steve Douglas Introduction The importance of maintaining food security was re-emphasized with the onset of COVID-19. The pandemic has also emphasized the need …

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