Publications

This report takes a closer look at the five iterations of Vietnam's Constitution since 1946. The underlying policy goals and developmental models provide insights on Vietnam's political landscape following the reform of 2013.

Contributions from activists, experts, scholars and researchers from China, Thailand, Philippines, Ecuador, Venezuela and Germany shed light on left-wing alternatives to the dominant development paradigm.

[German only] The trade agreement between Cambodia and the EU aggravates land-grabbing practices and threatens well-being on Cambodia's countryside.

Southeast Asia, especially Vietnam, is heavily endangered by the escalating environmental crises. While governments foreground technological solutions, proper mitigation and adaption require socio-ecological change.

This paper provides a synopsis of the territorial disputes in the South and East China Sea. It analyzes the conflict's far-reaching roots, recent developments and possible solutions.

[German only] In surprising turn of events, the ruling Cambodian People's Party was unable to consolidate power. Instead, the newly formed opposition party made significant gains and sparked debate on the future of Cambodia's democracy.

[German only] Myanmar's transition from a military dictatorship towards a multiparty democracy has been accompanied by a suspension of media censorship. Yet, recent developments threaten this newfound freedom.

This paper presents the labor conditions of Vietnamese domestic workers. It also analyzes relevant legislative policies in order to highlight shortcomings and formulate recommendations to improve their situation.

GreenID and RLS aim to raise the voice of local people and the public during the policy-making process in relations to Electricity governance. This report provides the National Assembly with an additional reference.

[German only] Nadja Charaby and Felix Münster summarize the developments in Vietnam during the last year. The report covers the fields of internal socio-political development, foreign relations and economic challenges.