CSIS Southeast Asia Program

The April recap of Southeast Asia Radio is out! This month, we covered the latest developments happening in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. New episodes drop every other Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.

Introducing Joseph Damond, Senior Associate (Non-Resident) at the CSIS Southeast Asia Program.

With over four decades of experience across government and the private sector in Washington, Joe has been at the forefront of U.S. trade policy in Asia—from leading negotiations on landmark agreements like the U.S.–Vietnam Bilateral Trade Agreement to shaping engagement with ASEAN and APEC. His career bridges diplomacy, global health policy, and international business, bringing a unique perspective to Southeast Asia’s evolving economic landscape.

Read his full bio here: https://cs.is/42qP3xj

John and Monica discuss how the conflict in Iran is affecting the region, recent natural disasters, and domestic political dynamics across the Pacific. Listen here: https://cs.is/4eUTozX