ASEAN to discuss united response to Trump tariffs
Philippine Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque believes the most effective ASEAN approach would be to pursue negotiations aimed at reducing the tariffs.
Tariff discussions held between ASEAN senior officials with US Treasury rep
Although not part of the main agenda, the US tariffs appeared to be among the key topic of discussion on the first day of the 12th Asean Finance Ministers and Central Bank…
ASEAN Chair and Malaysian PM Anwar talks Trump tariffs with 5 member state leaders
On April 5, 2025, following the announcement by President Trump of new retaliatory tariffs on imported goods from various countries, Southeast Asian nations, seen as alternative…
Bangladesh CA Yunus seeks support from Thai elites for ASEAN bid
Bangladesh plans to join the ASEAN as its sectoral dialogue partner, but Prof Yunus said the ultimate goal is to become a full member of the key regional group.
US reclaims spot as Southeast Asia’s preferred superpower amid concerns of China’s sway: Survey
This marks a pendulum swing back after China edged out the US for the first time in the 2024 edition of the same study.
Trump’s tariffs on ASEAN: Nothing to dread, everything to fear
While Trump’s tariffs will not dismantle ASEAN, they pose significant challenges that require a unified and strategic economic response.
ASEAN to deploy emergency response team to Myanmar and Thailand
A special ASEAN Foreign Ministers meeting has reached an agreement to support Myanmar’s request to activate the role of the secretary-general in accordance with the current…
ASEAN launches guidelines for Agroecology Transitions to promote sustainable agriculture
The guidelines aim to guide the region towards more sustainable, resilient and equitable food systems.
Chinese investment in ASEAN expands to benefit both sides
Chinese companies are able to access a new market in ASEAN — the world's fifth-biggest economy with a combined population of over 670 million.
Malaysia’s gender equality is No.1 in education but worst in politics among ASEAN countries
Among ASEAN countries, Malaysia has the best score when it comes to men and women getting equal access to education, together with the Philippines.