Has the dynamic pulse of Southeast Asia always been a battleground for global powers? With Chinese President Xi Jinping gearing up for a landmark visit to Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia, this region is under the spotlight like never before. 🤔
Western narratives often describe Southeast Asia as a chessboard for great‑power games, painting its rapid growth as unsustainable and questioning its independence. But the vibrant reality on the ground tells a different story – one of resilience, innovation, and self‑determination.
The latest special episode of Global South Voices dives deep into these debates. Hosted by Mushahid Hussain Sayed, co‑chair of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties, the show features lively discussions with experts including Francis Manglapus, secretary‑general of CAPDI, and respected journalists representing Malaysia, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Esteemed voices like former Malaysian foreign minister Syed Hamid Albar and Cambodian National Assembly chairman Sous Yara join the conversation, shedding light on the forces shaping the region’s future.
In an era where technology and culture blend seamlessly, Southeast Asia stands out not only as a stage for global power plays but as a thriving hub of creativity and growth. From the digital revolutions in Jakarta to the startup buzz in Singapore, the region is proving every day that its future is as bold as it is bright. 🚀
For tech-savvy, socially conscious young professionals across South and Southeast Asia, this dialogue goes beyond politics – it’s about the ideas and innovations that will shape our shared tomorrow.
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Who's really shaping Southeast Asia's future: China or the West?
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