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Sabah is a flashpoint for Islamist extremism and separatism in Southeast Asia
Sabah is a flashpoint for Islamist extremism and separatism in Southeast Asia

Written by Dr Maurizio Geri

Both the Malaysian and Philippine governments should be careful not to allow pressure from these disparate groups to create discord which could unravel the critical progress made so far through the Bangsamoro peace process.

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Indonesia: The cost of repressing Islamists
Indonesia: The cost of repressing Islamists

Written by Nava Nuraniyah

The attack on an Ahmadiyah mosque in Sintang, West Kalimantan on 3 September is but one indication that the existing anti-radicalism campaign has merely served as a political weapon to target government enemies, rather than defending minorities.


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Afghanistan continues to pose a traditional and non-traditional security threat
Afghanistan continues to pose a traditional and non-traditional security threat

Written by Nilofar Sakhi

As the Taliban increases its stronghold and gains more territory and power, it will become a serious transnational threat. Radicalisation, the emergence of new terrorist groups, and arms trafficking will likely increase, adding to local security threats.

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Cooperation against ISIS is low-hanging fruit for a stronger Indo-Pacific
Cooperation against ISIS is low-hanging fruit for a stronger Indo-Pacific

Written by Kabir Taneja

A common target — such as ISIS — will only strengthen and build security cooperation and a common strategic agora in the Indo-Pacific and aid the development of a future geopolitical architecture which can be mutually beneficial for all like-minded participating nations.

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