Vietnam deepening friendship, cooperation with China
In recent years, bilateral trade between Vietnam and China has taken significant strides. Vietnam maintains its position as China's largest trading partner in ASEAN and, by 2024,…
Stronger together: The Jakarta Post
Facing US tariffs, ASEAN nations must unite to strengthen their bargaining power and protect their economic interests.
A closer look at the Modi-Yunus meeting
In a region already teeming with distrust, misinformation, and emotional narratives, what was truly achieved in this so-called "sideline" meeting?
Beyond retaliation: How ASEAN and Asia can turn the tide against US tariffs
ASEAN and other Asian economic policymakers should bear in mind that the cost of these tariffs will fall largely on US consumers.
Tariffs, tensions and turning points: A strategy for ASEAN sovereignty
The paradox of economic interdependence and strategic anxiety underscores ASEAN’s urgent need for unity and legal clarity.
Rohingya repatriation long-overdue: Dawn
Bangladesh has been hosting approximately 1.2 million Rohingya, most of whom fled Myanmar during the military crackdown in Rakhine State in 2017.
Reestablishing deterrence: Philippine Daily Inquirer
Reestablishing deterrence—and reclaiming peace in the Indo-Pacific region—will require all nations that abide by the rule of law to match their strong words with even stronger…
Japan-U.S. Defence Ministers’ meeting: Do not let trust shake bilateral alliance- The Japan News
It is significant that Japan and the United States reconfirmed the importance of their alliance on the site where the two countries once fought a war and suffered many casualties.
Kabul visit: Dawn
Considering the generally poor state of Pak-Afghan relations, the recently concluded three-day visit of Pakistan’s special representative on Afghanistan to Kabul, and the…
Keep up cooperation: The Korea Herald
Top diplomats from South Korea, China, Japan meet amid closer North Korea-Russia ties.