Koh Ewe

Koh Ewe (Koyu) was a reporter for TIME based in Singapore.

Recent Articles

How Seafood Became the Latest Flashpoint in Korean Politics

South Korea’s government is trying to retain public confidence in the country’s seafood supply, while opposition parties say that these attempts are clouded by a desire to deepen a budding friendship with Japan at the expense of public health and glossing over historical injustices.

By Koh Ewe

How China Lost Its ‘Voice’

The popular singing show offered a rare representation of equal opportunity in China. Amid allegations of mistreatment and unfairness, it’s now come to represent disillusionment with a darker reality.

By Koh Ewe

What's Next for Wagner?

The presumed death of its leader raises questions about the future of the mercenary group.

By Anna Gordon and Koh Ewe

How Thailand Finally Got Its New Prime Minister

Srettha Thavisin was elected Prime Minister by Thailand’s parliament after his populist Pheu Thai party joined forces with the conservative establishment.

By Koh Ewe

Why Hanoi Wants Tourists to Stop Visiting One of Its Most Popular Attractions

Vietnamese authorities have been trying to shut down “Train Street” over mounting safety concerns. But tourists just won’t stop coming.

By Koh Ewe

Legal Highs and Loophole Herbs: What to Know About Japan’s Cannabis Laws

Here’s everything to know about the current state of weed regulation in Japan—and where it could go next.

By Koh Ewe

Why South Korea Is Prosecuting Its Citizens Who Joined the Fight in Ukraine

Volunteer fighters like ex-Navy SEAL and YouTuber Rhee Keun can cause a “headache” for South Korea’s government that has to deal with the political fallout.

By Koh Ewe

Indonesia Targets Air Pollution as President Starts Coughing

The government had shown little urgency to address the air pollution problem until this week when authorities announced a spate of measures.

By Koh Ewe

How Buried Explosives Continue to Haunt Cambodia

A high school in northeastern Cambodia was recently forced to temporarily close after discovering thousands of unexploded weapons on its grounds.

By Koh Ewe

Amid Rising Joblessness, China Stops Publishing Its Youth Unemployment Rate

China’s National Bureau of Statistics announced it would suspend disclosing the country’s youth joblessness rate, citing a need to reassess its methodology.

By Koh Ewe

Why Some Worry Singapore Drug Executions Aren’t Always Clear-Cut

Critics have questioned the fairness of prosecutors’ and judges’ broad discretion as well as the court’s presumptions against defendants during trial.

By Koh Ewe

Scandals Test Singapore’s ‘Thin-Skinned’ Approach to Public Criticism

Singapore’s hamfisted attempts at controlling the narrative could backfire, drawing even more attention to criticism or questions raised in the first place.

By Koh Ewe

Japanese City Apologizes After Years of Distributing Sexist Advice for New Mothers

Gender issues have become an increasingly urgent topic of concern in Japan.

By Koh Ewe

Thailand’s Lese-Majeste Law Looks Here to Stay

A 19-year-old pro-democracy activist in Bangkok was sentenced to a year in jail for mocking the king, as the prospects of royal defamation reform dim.

By Koh Ewe

Vietnam’s Women’s Soccer Team Is Set to Make History

In its first-ever World Cup appearance, Vietnam will face off against the U.S.

By Koh Ewe

French Soccer Ad Subverts Gender Expectations

Clever video effects help to show how women’s soccer can be just as exciting as men’s.

By Koh Ewe

Thai Parliament Blocks Election Winner in First Round of Prime Minister Votes

Pita Limjaroenrat’s bid to become Thailand’s next Prime Minister was just rejected by the country’s junta-appointed senate in the parliament’s first round of voting for its next leader.

By Koh Ewe

Why Newborn Pandas in South Korea Will Eventually Move to China

Almost all pandas, even ones born abroad, are considered the property of China—as part of a loan program it has with selected zoos around the world.

By Koh Ewe

Viral Wheelchair Riders in China Highlight Fears Over E-Bike Ban

Videos of young people riding electric wheelchairs have soared in popularity as authorities in Guangzhou are mulling new restrictions on e-bikes and scooters.

By Koh Ewe

'Barbie' Approved in the Philippines Despite Map Controversy

Philippine authorities announced Tuesday there was “no clear nor outright depiction” of the controversial nine-dash line in the film.

By Koh Ewe and Chad de Guzman
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