Research and Writing

Publications

The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework and Digital Trade in Southeast Asia.” with Gregory B. Poling, CSIS, May 5, 2022.

Digital Trade Agreements Present New Opportunities in Southeast Asia.” with Camille Bismonte, CSIS New Perspectives on Asia, October 25, 2021.

Alliances in Need of Upkeep: Strengthening the U.S.-Philippines and U.S.-Thailand Partnerships.” with Gregory B. Poling and Simon Tran Hudes, CSIS, August 5, 2021.

Controlling the Information Space: Big Tech and Free Speech in Southeast Asia.” with Kyra Jasper, CSIS New Perspectives on Asia, July 26, 2021.

The Unlikely, Indispensable U.S.-Vietnam Partnership.” with Gregory B. Poling and Simon Tran Hudes, CSIS, July 6, 2021.

Fake News Crackdowns Do Damage Across Southeast Asia During Pandemic.” with Karen Lee, CSIS New Perspectives on Asia and The Diplomat, June 11, 2021.

A Patchwork Vaccine Rollout in the Pacific Islands.” with Camille Bismonte, The Diplomat, March 19, 2021.

Newsrooms in Crisis: Covid-19 and Journalism in Indonesia.” with Kyra Jasper, CSIS New Perspectives on Asia, December 14, 2020.

The Pacific Islands Are a Covid-19 Priority.” with Gregory B. Poling, CSIS Commentary, September 15, 2020.

Mitigating Cybersecurity Risks for ASEAN Smart Cities.” with Kim Mai Tran, CSIS cogitASIA, May 1, 2019.

Supporting Southeast Asian Smart Cities is Critical for the Region & the United States.” with Kim Mai Tran, CSIS cogitASIA, December 21, 2018.

Enhancing the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership.” with Brian Harding, CSIS, July 9, 2018.

Shoot on Sight: The Politics of Indonesia’s Escalating Anti-Drug Campaign.” CSIS New Perspectives in Foreign Policy, March 22, 2018.

On Stormy Seas: Navigating the Natuna Islands Conflict.” Think Nusantara, April 11, 2016

Indonesia’s Image Crisis: National Integrity through Soft Power Diplomacy.” Think Nusantara, August 17, 2015

Podcasts

The Anti-Dystopians | The Digital Landscape of Southeast Asia: From Fake News to 5G, September 19, 2021

IndonesiaUSA70th Podcast | Podcast with Brian Harding & Andreyka Natalegawa at CSIS, January 8, 2020.

Research Support

Under Beijing’s Shadow. by Murray Hiebert, CSIS | Rowman & Littlefield, August 3, 2020.

Countering China’s Influence Activities: Lessons from Australia.” by Amy Searight, CSIS, July 31, 2020.

Powers, Norms, and Institutions: The Future of the Indo-Pacific from a Southeast Asia Perspective.” by Michael J. Green and Amy Searight, CSIS | Rowman & Littlefield, June 9, 2020.

Journalism

It’s Time for a Cabinet Reshuffle, Observers Say.” Jakarta Globe, August 2, 2015

“Erdogan to Talk Security, Economic Ties.” Jakarta Globe, August 1, 2015 (available upon request)

Joko Heads to Singapore in Hot Pursuit of Investment Deals.” Jakarta Globe, July 28, 2015

For Ahmadiyah in Indonesia, Persecution Remains Unaddressed.” Jakarta Globe, July 22, 2015

ILO Warns Indonesia to Invest in Skilled Labor or Lose Out.” Jakarta Globe, July 9, 2015

Activists Say Awareness Key to Safer Child Adoptions as Debate Heats Up.” Jakarta Globe, July 5, 2015

Komnas HAM Finds Religious Freedom Still Under Threat..” Jakarta Globe, July 5, 2015

For West Papua, Indonesia’s Entry Into MSG Stirs Up Concerns About Hidden Agenda.” Jakarta Globe, July 1, 2015

In Exorcising Ills of Education System, Still No Silver Bullet.” Jakarta Globe, June 26, 2015

Indonesia Has Key Role in Climate Change Battle, Says IPCC.” Jakarta Globe, June 24, 2015

Unicef Reports Progress, But Poverty and Abuse Remain Problems for Indonesian Children.” Jakarta Globe, June 23, 2015

Observers Warn of Renewed Backlash Following Death Row Clemency Rejection.” with Kennial Caroline Laia, Jakarta Globe, June 22, 2015

A Bridge Over Troubled Water Between Indonesia and Australia.” with Abdul Khalik, Jakarta Globe, June 18, 2015

Between Two Giants: Indonesia’s Economy in the Balance.” Jakarta Globe, June 17, 2015

“Conference on Indonesian Foreign Policy Aims to Broaden Discussion on Global Issues.” Jakarta Globe, June 13, 2015 (available upon request)

Enough to Eat: Indonesia’s Food Security Drive Gains Renewed Urgency.” Jakarta Globe, June 9, 2015

As Asean Stumbles, Indonesia Must Find New Path to Aid Rohingya Refugees.” Jakarta Globe, June 5, 2015