Economy
Nearly one billion Asians in vulnerable jobs, says ILO
High growth, low unemployment mask precarious work conditions for many
International relations
Myanmar's rush to resolve Rohingya crisis backfires
Logistics, security issues remain over return of refugees from Bangladesh
Business trends
Yangon developer looks to cash in on loop line improvements
Myanmar city plans to emulate Tokyo's Marunouchi business district
Economy
Coal backlash creates energy dilemma in Southeast Asia
Environmental protests come as Thailand and Myanmar face challenge to meet power needs
Equities
Thailand's PTT, Shell chase 49% of Vietnamese distributor PV Oil
As IPO nears, Vietjet founder Thao also vying to become strategic partner
Politics
Appreciating the best of Cambodia, and hoping for better
Rats, Rolls-Royces and all the wonders found in between
Politics
Robert Templer: The Rohingya refugee crisis is taking its toll on Bangladesh's poorest
Environmental damage and economic strain add to an already precarious situation on both sides of the border
Politics
Appreciating the best of Cambodia, and hoping for better
Rats, Rolls-Royces and all the wonders found in between
Politics
Russia courts Southeast Asian leaders with authoritarian streaks
Putin's new pals tend to be wary of both China and the West
International relations
Myanmar and Bangladesh set 2-year goal for Rohingya return
International agencies are kept out of deal
International relations
Japan stands by Myanmar, lest China gain favor
But a dicey human rights record could bring Tokyo criticism by association
Asia Insight
Russia courts Southeast Asian partners with authoritarian streaks
Putin looks to capitalize on wariness of China and the West
Business trends
Made-in Japan cake exports satisfy Southeast Asia's sweet tooth
Faced with declining fortunes at home, Chateraise finds growth abroad
Politics
Singapore goes for quiet ASEAN diplomacy
City-state seeks cooperation boost despite differences over Trump, China and Myanmar refugees
Economy
Asian philanthropists can potentially give twice as much as US
Charitable donations can top $500 billion with proper tax incentives, regulatory reforms
International relations
Myanmar steps up preparations for return of Rohingya refugees
Many hurdles remain on the road to peaceful coexistence
Politics
Philippines shuts down news site critical of Duterte
Independent media hounded in Southeast Asia
Stocks
Socially responsible Asian companies are a better bet
Addressing environmental, social and governance concerns brings higher returns
International relations
Japan's foreign minister visits Myanmar Rohingya villages
Work underway at border areas to prepare for return of refugees
International relations
Japan offers $23m in fresh aid for Rohingya refugees
Myanmar leader Suu Kyi calls for peaceful coexistence with Muslim minority
Politics
Myanmar economy grows despite refugee crisis
China and other Asian partners invest despite human rights concerns
Economy
Nikkei manufacturers index for ASEAN gives rise to concerns
It's a mixed bag as prospects look good for 2018, despite December dips
Rohingya crisis
Myanmar soldiers killed 10 Rohingya, military says
First admission of guilt expected to fuel stronger global condemnation
The Big Story
Asia's airline wars: The great profit squeeze in the sky
Competition from budget upstarts and Chinese carriers is hitting flag carriers
Nikkei PMI
ASEAN manufacturing stagnant in December, despite ongoing strength
Dull year-end fails to dampen Southeast Asia's optimism for 2018