Transnational crimes in focus at Asean Summit
Analysts noted addressing transnational crimes was necessary for the association’s community building, and economic stability relies heavily upon a stable and safe region.
Asean a ‘life raft’ for region’s countries in a more troubled world, says PM Lee
With a combined gross domestic product of more than US$3.4 trillion in 2021, Asean is the world’s fifth-largest economy, and is on track to becoming the fourth largest by 2030.
Asean will not give up on Myanmar peace despite no progress: Retno
Frustration has mounted among some members of the group with Myanmar and how to handle its bloody political turmoil that has raised questions about effectiveness and unity.
S’pore helping Timor-Leste prepare for full Asean membership: PM Lee
On the summit’s first day on May 10, Asean adopted a road map that spelt out the steps that Timor-Leste must take so that it can gain full membership to the bloc.
Marcos stresses need for new code of conduct in disputed waters
“When we talk about the issues on the West Philippine Sea, [the] South China Sea, things won’t calm down until we have a code of conduct,” he told reporters.
Asean navies approve guidelines for maritime interaction
Philippine Navy flag officer-in-command Vice Admiral Toribio Adaci Jr. emphasized the importance of synergy and working collectively in ensuring the region’s security, peace,…
Philippines – Vietnam talks set to quell maritime dispute
President Marcos said he was able to discuss the matter with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and told him that both governments should reach an agreement to avoid any…
Slow going in Asean peace plan
PM Anwar said the situation in Myanmar remained challenging and progress towards a resolution had been slow despite the Five-Point Consensus adopted by Asean leaders more than two…
Asean must take decisive, responsive steps on geopolitical issues: President Marcos
He also added that Asean must show the world that it is “able to respond effectively to geopolitical and geo-economic challenges as a cohesive force.”
Asean leaders meeting in Labuan Bajo: Why is the Indonesian town known as the next Bali?
Labuan Bajo is a once-quiet fishing village nestled in the westernmost part of Flores Island, in east Indonesia’s Nusa Tenggara region.