Southeast Asia Radio
CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies
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.
Episodes
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Apr 1, 2026 • 8min
Pacific Airwaves - Investment, Influence, and Power Politics
John and Andreyka discuss the U.S.–Pacific Investment Summit, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau’s travel throughout the region, and domestic politics across the Pacific.
Mar 26, 2026 • 26min
Laos National Assembly Outcomes with Murray Hiebert
This week, Greg and Elina are joined by Murray Hiebert to unpack the latest from Laos’ National Assembly and the country’s future direction. Patal and Japhet cover the latest from the region, from energy crises to Thai politics.
Mar 12, 2026 • 28min
Border War, Scam Centers, and Cambodian Politics
This week, Greg is joined by Sophal Ear to discuss Cambodian domestic politics and the Hun Manet government’s push against scam centers. Lauren and Japhet cover the latest in the region, from government turmoil in Malaysia to airstrikes in Myanmar.
Feb 26, 2026 • 12min
Pacific Airwaves - Politics and Power in the Pacific
John and Monica discuss ocean governance, China’s growing influence in the region, and domestic political dynamics across the Pacific.
This episode was recorded on February 24th.
Feb 26, 2026 • 29min
Tariff Ruling and US-ASEAN Trade with Amb. Brian McFeeters
Greg and Elina are joined by Amb. Brian McFeeters to discuss U.S.-ASEAN trade in the aftermath of the Supreme Court’s IEEPA ruling and the recently concluded U.S.-Indonesia trade deal. Japhet and Lois cover the latest from the region, from the Board of Peace to Sara Duterte’s 2028 presidential bid.
Feb 12, 2026 • 30min
Indonesia’s Market Turmoil with Mehu Sitepu
Greg and Elina are joined by Mehu Sitepu to discuss the latest updates on Indonesia’s economy, foreign policy, and domestic policy. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region.
Jan 29, 2026 • 24min
Vietnam 14th National Party Congress with Alex Vuving
Greg and Elina are joined by Alex Vuving to discuss the outcomes of Vietnam’s 14th National Party Congress.
Jan 15, 2026 • 26min
Election Updates in Myanmar with Nyantha Lin
Greg is joined by Nyantha Lin to discuss the domestic and international implications of the ongoing elections in Myanmar.
Dec 19, 2025 • 33min
Southeast Asia Radio’s Fourth Annual Holiday Special
Greg and Elina answer questions from Southeast Asia Radio’s listeners for 2025’s special holiday episode.
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Dec 4, 2025 • 30min
Energy Transitions and Climate Developments in Southeast Asia with Jenny Schuch-Page
Jenny Schuch-Page, managing principal at the Asia Group and former senior advisor for U.S. climate action, discusses key takeaways from COP30, emphasizing the agreement's implementation focus and the implications of U.S. absence. She highlights ASEAN's climate coordination, Southeast Asia's potential in energy transitions, and the need for climate finance, particularly in Vietnam and Indonesia. Jenny also examines the complexities of integrating clean energy with existing systems and addresses the challenges of deforestation and carbon markets in Indonesia.
