International relations
Widodo woos Japan as infrastructure ambitions stall
China fails to deliver the results the Indonesian leader needs to show voters
Politics
Indonesia set to outlaw unmarried and gay sex
Bills in legislature come from coalition of Muslim parties
Politics
Democracy rankings put Asia in poor standing
Six of seven regions around the world slipped in freedoms for 2017
International relations
ASEAN 'concern' resurfaces over contested waters with China
A shift in tone as the Philippines rotates out as the regional bloc's chair
International relations
Palm oil producers in Asia want EU to step back from restrictions
Some European governments against curbs on imports
Politics
Indonesian lawmakers push to outlaw unmarried and gay sex
Moves aim to woo increasingly conservative Muslim voters ahead of June poll
International relations
With TPP agreed, RCEP members look to catch up
Trade negotiations kicking off Friday will cover tariffs, investor protections
Economy
Bali eruptions fail to shake Indonesia tourism growth
President Widodo's backing for sector spurs 22% jump in foreign arrivals
Politics
A ruckus in Indonesia as ride-hailing rules take effect
App-based services have provided thousands with a new vocation
Economy
Oil price rally puts Asian governments in a tight spot
Burden on consumers increases pressure for action on fuel prices
Politics
Democratic conditions 'fall sharply' in Asia
Region regresses as minorities suffer in Indonesia and Myanmar, says think tank
International relations
China becomes Indonesia's No. 2 investor with infrastructure drive
Japan slips to third place as Belt and Road money begins to flow
Economy
Modi fetes ASEAN leaders at India's Republic Day celebration
China fears have the prime minister angling for closer ties with Southeast Asia
International relations
Trump's State of Union addresses 'reciprocity' and 'unfair trade'
China a 'rival' but other Asian nations have also put up barriers
Asia Insight
Minimum wage politicking stings employers in Southeast Asia
Rush to woo voters raises the risk of layoffs and factory relocations
International relations
Widodo cements Muslim credentials during South Asia tour
Indonesian president turns away from insular policy and strives for world leadership
Economy
Air conditioning sends ASEAN electricity demand soaring
Rising wealth in region risks doubling electricity demand by 2040
Politics
Former furniture maker now Indonesia's hands-on president
A passion for heavy metal music made Joko Widodo world's first 'Metalhead of State'
International relations
Modi showcases links with ASEAN at New Delhi parade
India steps up maritime cooperation amid growing concerns over China
Asia300
Indonesia's Pertamina nears takeover of state gas distributor
Deal marks step forward for President Widodo's SOE consolidation plans
Equities
Foreign investors drive rebound in Indonesian construction stocks
Sector recovery provides fresh tail wind for Widodo's infrastructure program
Economy
Host problems cloud the outlook for this year's APEC
Beset by domestic issues, Papua New Guinea may struggle to put on the event
International relations
US courts Indonesia, Vietnam to counter China in Indo-Pacific
Washington supports Jakarta's renaming of disputed waters in South China Sea
Politics
Russia courts Southeast Asian leaders with authoritarian streaks
Putin's new pals tend to be wary of both China and the West
Economy
Moody's warns of ongoing risks on Korean Peninsula despite dialogue
Ratings company says crisis could spark capital outflows from Asia, yen spike