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The Kingdoms of Southeast Asia

Categories: East Asia, Brunei, Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, History, Politics

There are four monarchies in Southeast Asia: Brunei, Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia. The March 2013 issue of the Kyoto Review of Southeast Asia discussed [1] the history and prospects of these monarchies. In Brunei [2], the absolute monarchy is able to consolidate its rule by implementing generous welfare programs.