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Scott Edwards, The Conversation

The Beirut port explosion was exceptional, but events leading up to it were not

Abandoned containers of hazardous goods are found regularly in ports.

Scott Edwards, The Conversation
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Christian Bueger, The Conversation
· Aug 06, 2020 · 09:30 pm
How the push to unite South-East Asia against Chinese expansionism could backfire

Washington has been trying to corral the ASEAN countries into a unified bloc against China – but it could actually destabilise the region further.

Scott Edwards, The Conversation
· May 05, 2016 · 11:30 pm
Jakarta attacks: Is Islamic State’s presence in South East Asia overstated?

IS has claimed a wave of deadly bombings and shootings in Jakarta, but its long-feared Asian campaign is yet to materialise in earnest.

Scott Edwards, The Conversation
· Jan 16, 2016 · 03:30 pm

Why Indonesia can't stamp out fires that have cast a haze over South-East Asia

Leaders in Jakarta want to tackle the haze crisis but they don't have much authority over corrupt local elites.

Scott Edwards, The Conversation
· Nov 04, 2015 · 11:30 pm