CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies
Southeast Asia Radio
CSIS’ Greg Poling, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai, joined by Elina Noor, Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, highlight the most important news from Southeast Asia and dive into candid conversations with leading voices on the region and U.S. foreign policy. We’ll cover everything you want to know about Southeast Asia. Geopolitics in the region? Recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic? Democracy and human rights? Nothing is off limits! So join us for “Southeast Asia Radio” every other Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.
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Jul 2, 2026
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Episodes
Lim Kimya and the Future of Cambodia with Sophal Ear 23.01.2025 24:42
Greg is joined by Sophal Ear to discuss Cambodia’s future in the aftermath of the assassination of Lim Kimya. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest energy updates in Southeast Asia and the danger of AI scam calls.
2025 Southeast Asia Forecast with Greg and Elina 09.01.2025 34:58
Greg and Elina look at what’s coming to the region in 2025. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest on Southeast Asia, from Prabowo’s free meal scheme to Myanmar’s 77th independence anniversary.
Southeast Asia Radio’s Third Annual Holiday Special 19.12.2024 32:33
Greg and Elina answer questions from Andreyka Natalegawa, Japhet Quitzon, Leon Cao, Lauren Mai, and Monica Sato for this year’s special holiday episode.
The Dutertes vs. the Marcoses – What Comes Next? 12.12.2024 34:07
Greg and Elina are joined by Camille Elemia to discuss the latest updates in Philippine politics. Japhet and Lauren covers the latest on Southeast Asia, from devastating floods in both Thailand and Malaysia to Vietnam’s ambitious highspeed rail plan.
Trump and Southeast Asia with Brian Eyler and Prashanth Parameswaran 26.11.2024 27:22
Greg and Elina are joined by Brian Eyler and Prashanth Parameswaran to discuss how President-elect Donald Trump’s return to office will impact Southeast Asia.
Malaysia Assuming ASEAN Chairmanship with Ong Kian Ming 14.11.2024 28:48
Greg and Elina are joined by Ong Kian Ming to discuss Malaysia's upcoming ASEAN chairmanship. Lauren covers the latest, from regional natural disasters to sanctions on five Singapore-based firms.
Energy Transitions in Southeast Asia 31.10.2024 31:40
Greg and Elina are joined by Andreyka Natalegawa and Lauren Mai to discuss the Southeast Asia Program’s newest report on climate transitions throughout ASEAN. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest, from the iCon pyramid scheme in Malaysia to Lee family turmoil in Singapore.
2024 ASEAN Summit Outcomes with Susannah Patton 17.10.2024 30:33
After last week’s ASEAN Summit in Laos, Greg and Elina are joined by Susannah Patton to discuss the key takeaways. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest, from former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s return to politics to how Southeast Asian nations are trying to evacuate their citizens as the Middle East conflict escalates.
Indonesia’s Transition to Prabowo with Ben Bland 03.10.2024 34:59
Ahead of Prabowo Subianto’s inauguration, Greg and Elina unpack the latest updates from Indonesia with Ben Bland. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest: from Singapore’s former Transport Minister S. Iswaran’s corruption case to Cambodia pulling out of the CLV-DTA project.
The Latest on Myanmar with Jack Myint and Andreyka Natalegawa 19.09.2024 37:26
Greg unpacks the latest updates from Myanmar with Jack Myint and Andreyka Natalegawa. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region: from the Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines to mpox cases throughout Southeast Asia.
Turmoil in Thailand with Pongkwan “PK” Sawasdipakdi 05.09.2024 37:12
Greg and Elina unpack the latest political developments in Thailand with Pongkwan “PK” Sawasdipakdi. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest: from Alice Guo’s arrest to Pope Francis’ region-wide visit.
U.S. Regional Engagement with Chris Johnstone and Andreyka Natalegawa 22.08.2024 41:37
Greg is joined by Chris Johnstone and Andreyka Natalegawa to discuss the implications of Sec. Austin and Sec. Blinken’s recent trips throughout East and Southeast Asia. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest: from the Marcos-Duterte family feud to a series of corruption cases around the region.
Post-Trong Vietnam with Alex Vuving 08.08.2024 31:20
Greg and Elina unpack the aftermath of Gen. Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong’s passing in Vietnam with Alex Vuving. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest: from the region’s Olympic representation to digital regulation.
Pacific Airwaves - Walking the Balance Beams 31.07.2024 10:25
Monica and Andreyka discuss the 10th Pacific Island Leaders Meeting, New Zealand’s engagements with the Solomon Islands, U.S.-China competition in Vanuatu, and other domestic and regional developments.
South China Sea Conference Recap with Ely Ratner 25.07.2024 30:25
This week, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Ely Ratner delivers his remarks from our 14th Annual South China Sea Conference. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region: from delays in Nusantara to updates on POGOs in the Philippines.
Still Dangerous Grounds –South China Sea Updates with Jay Batongbacal 11.07.2024 31:31
Greg and Elina discuss ongoing tensions in the South China Sea with Jay Batongbacal. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest: from orangutan diplomacy to cyberattacks in Indonesia.
Pacific Airwaves - Powers, Partnerships, and Protest 28.06.2024 10:20
Monica and Andreyka discuss Vanuatu’s constitutional changes, New Zealand and U.S. engagement with the Pacific Islands, Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visit to Australia and New Zealand, and other domestic and regional developments.
Two Years of SEAR – Q&A Anniversary with Greg and Elina 27.06.2024 40:16
On the season finale of Southeast Asia Radio Season 2, Greg and Elina answer your questions! Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.
Political Turmoil in Thailand with Thitinan Pongsudhirak 13.06.2024 30:57
On the final episode of Southeast Asia Radio Season 2, Greg and Elina discuss the latest developments in Thailand with Thitinan Pongsudhirak. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.
Pacific Airwaves - Navigating Pacific Perils 31.05.2024 8:51
Monica and Andreyka discuss the landslide in Papua New Guinea, deadly riots in New Caledonia over electoral reforms, the collapse of Air Vanuatu, Australia’s engagements with the new Solomon Islands government and Tuvalu, and other domestic and regional developments.
Vietnam’s Leadership Shakeup with Murray Hiebert 30.05.2024 30:50
On this episode of Southeast Asia Radio, Greg chats with Murray Hiebert about recent political developments in Vietnam. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest in the region.
Singapore's New Leader with Chong Ja Ian 16.05.2024 31:39
Greg and Elina chat with Chong Ja Ian about Singapore under Lawrence Wong’s premiership. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.
U.S.-Philippines Developments with July Amador 02.05.2024 34:20
Greg and Elina chat with July Amador about recent developments in the U.S.-Philippine alliance. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.
U.S. and China Perceptions in ASEAN with Andreyka Natalegawa 18.04.2024 31:49
Greg and Elina are joined by Andreyka Natalegawa to discuss trends in perceptions of the U.S. and China in the region. Japhet and Lauren cover Eid celebrations across Southeast Asia, Hun Sen as Cambodia’s new Senate president, Thailand’s proposal for a Schengen-style visa system, and more.
Pacific Airwaves - COFA Negotiations Come to a Close 05.04.2024 10:30
Monica and Andreyka discuss the passage of COFA funding legislation and request for more Guam defense system funding in the U.S., Wang Yi’s visit to New Zealand, election updates from the Solomon Islands, a torture incident in West Papua, and other domestic and regional developments.
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