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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May 1, 2025 • 33min
Aftermath of Myanmar Earthquake with Erin Murphy
Greg was joined by Erin Murphy to discuss updates in Myanmar following the earthquake. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region, from tariff negotiations to the Indonesia-Russia bilateral relationship.
May 1, 2025 • 15min
Pacific Airwaves – Tariffs, Diplomacy, and Deep Sea Mining
Andreyka and John discuss tariff responses, diplomatic visits to the Pacific, and other regional developments.
Apr 17, 2025 • 33min
Thailand Update with Ken Mathis Lohatepanont
Greg discusses politics in Thailand with Ken Mathis Lohatepanont. CSIS Southeast Asia Program Interns Gemma and Sophia cover the latest from the region, from Myanmar's earthquake aftermath to Prabowo’s Middle East tour.
Apr 3, 2025 • 32min
USAID Shutdown Impacts with Michael Schiffer
Greg and Elina discuss the impact of shuttering USAID programs in Southeast Asia with Michael Schiffer. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region, from Pete Hegseth’s visit to the Philippines to Timor Leste’s ASEAN membership bid.
Mar 27, 2025 • 13min
Pacific Airwaves – Continuity and Change in Pacific Politics
Monica and John discuss local constitution amendments, independence talks, Samoan political drama, and more.
Mar 20, 2025 • 33min
Indonesia’s Foreign Policy under Prabowo with Evan Laksmana
Greg and Elina are joined by Evan Laksmana to discuss Indonesia’s foreign policy under Prabowo. Japhet and Gemma cover the latest from the region, from Duterte’s arrest to visa bans for Thai officials.
Mar 6, 2025 • 35min
Vietnam’s “Era of National Rise” with Khang Vu
Greg and Elina talk with Khang Vu. They discuss Vietnam’s bureaucratic reforms and its declaration of an “Era of National Rise.” Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region, from Ramadan to an update on scam centers in Thailand and Myanmar.
Feb 27, 2025 • 15min
Pacific Airwaves – Aid, Alliances, and Uncertainty
Andreyka welcomes new co-host John Augé to Pacific Airwaves to discuss Trump’s return to the White House, the impact of USAID cuts to the region, the Cook Islands’ cooperative agreements with China, and more.
Feb 20, 2025 • 37min
Biden’s Legacy in Southeast Asia with Henrietta Levin
Greg and Elina are joined by Henrietta Levin to discuss Biden’s legacy in Southeast Asia. Japhet and Lauren cover White Lotus season 3, Sara Duterte’s impeachment, and diplomatic visits in the Philippines and Indonesia.
Feb 6, 2025 • 37min
China’s Myanmar Policy with Yun Sun
This week, Greg and Elina are joined by Yun Sun to discuss China’s policy in Myanmar. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region, from Prabowo’s trips to India and Malaysia to Lunar New Year celebrations across Southeast Asia.
