China-ASEAN FTA upgrade boon to trade
Government officials and business leaders noted that a growing number of ASEAN companies are accelerating their expansion in the Chinese market, viewing the country's higher-level…
ASEAN humanitarian centre delivers emergency aid to flood-hit residents in Vietnam’s Da Nang
The consignment includes 3,648 family kits, 1,999 kitchen sets, and 3,000 personal hygiene kits, with an estimated value of over US$264,000.
Thai Cabinet approves ASEAN Extradition Treaty draft, set for signing at upcoming legal meeting
The treaty will promote international legal cooperation, enhance crime-fighting, and ensure justice within the region.
Southeast Asian solidarity ‘important’ to bolster digital activism: experts, activists
Solidarity from people in other Southeast Asian nations may help support a people’s movement in a country and put more pressure on the government to make reforms to its policies.
Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia strengthen trilateral ties at ASEAN Summit
Their talks focused on ways to expand collaboration across key areas such as politics, economy, defence, energy, infrastructure and tourism. The leaders agreed to increase…
Countries have to see benefits of ASEAN power grid for wider adoption: expert
Frameworks addressing opportunities, funding, and regulatory clarity are crucial for attracting investment and managing risks in cross-border projects.
Malaysia, as ASEAN chair, walked the diplomatic tightrope with finesse: experts
The summit was by far the largest gathering of leaders in the region this year and signalled Malaysia’s ability to convene diverse powers.
Malaysia hands ASEAN chairmanship baton to the Philippines
In his closing remarks, Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim said it was a privilege to host leaders in Kuala Lumpur, describing the experience as illuminating. He also extended his…
Malaysia PM Anwar denies claims of sovereignty loss in US trade deal
The Prime Minister said the signing of economic cooperation agreements between ASEAN countries and strategic partners underscores the bloc's role in forging centrality.
China and ASEAN, hit by US tariffs, sign upgraded free trade pact
The 11-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations is China's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade totaling US$771 billion last year, according to ASEAN statistics.