China, ASEAN announce major progress in CAFTA 3.0
Addressing the 27th China-ASEAN Summit, China Premier Li Qiang said this important outcome provides institutional safeguards for China and ASEAN, two major markets with over 1.4…
With China in mind, India-ASEAN call for freedom of navigation
India and the ASEAN on Thursday reaffirmed the importance of maintaining and promoting peace, stability, maritime safety and security, freedom of navigation and overflight in the…
ASEAN bolsters ties with key partners in time of growing protectionism
On Oct 10, leaders of the 10-member bloc took steps towards concluding an upgraded free trade pact with China, bolstered its ties with South Korea, and also urged Japan to update…
Sea row on the menu as ASEAN leaders meet Chinese Premier Li Qiang
The ASEAN leaders on Wednesday repeated their longstanding calls for restraint and respect for international law, according to a draft summit chairman's statement.
Malaysia PM Anwar calls for more space for ASEAN representatives to share views
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul said PM Anwar conveyed this wish at during the 13th Asean-Aipa Leaders’ Interface during the 44th and 45th Asean Summits in Vientiane…
Vietnamese PM meets with Sultan of Brunei on sidelines of ASEAN Summits
At the meeting, PM Chinh thanked Sultan Bolkiah for sending a message of sympathy and emergency aid to help Vietnam overcome the consequences of typhoon Yagi, emphasising that…
ASEAN’s progress through partnerships: Sultan of Brunei at the ASEAN Summits
ASEAN has navigated numerous challenges, including global pandemics and geopolitical shifts, through cooperation and consensus building, over its 57-year history. Despite these…
East Sea disputes must be resolved by peaceful means, says Vietnamese PM
PM Chinh said ASEAN must adopt a more proactive approach in leveraging growth drivers, opportunities, digital transformation, green development, climate change response and…
Security issues to take centre stage at ASEAN summit
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Japan's newly elected Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba both confirmed their trip to Vientiane, Laos, Tuesday. Beijing also confirmed that…
Lao PM Sonexay says AI is needed for ASEAN private sector to take the lead on digital economy
The Prime Minister noted that ASEAN will continue capitalising on opportunities to promote digital integration and innovation, ensuring relevant sectors are prepared for the…