ASEAN expands AI guide to address deepfakes, other risks
The guide encourages the economic bloc’s member states to adopt its recommendations voluntarily, which serve as a useful starting point for alignment among ASEAN countries, the…
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Thailand advised to join ASEAN in US trade talks
National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) secretary-general Danucha Pichayanan said Thailand alone would not have enough bargaining power to effectively negotiate…
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono reaffirms new administration’s support for ASEAN
Mr. Sugiono also encouraged the group to enhance its mechanism and the capacity of its various bodies to play a proactive role in advancing regional stability and prosperity.
Malaysia tempers expectations as it leads ASEAN
Malaysia is hosting its first meeting as chair of the regional bloc which is dealing with Beijing’s aggression in the South China Sea and a faltering Asean peace process for…
Nanning Initiatives to boost China, ASEAN city-level relations
The initiative was co-launched by representatives from cities across the eight participating countries: China, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Malaysia: Setting the stage as ASEAN Chair
The two-day ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat (AMM) in Malaysia's Langkawi, which begins with a meeting involving senior officials tomorrow, will mark the first major meeting…
Singapore and India’s ‘natural partnership’ on new trajectory, says President Tharman
Newer areas of collaboration include advanced manufacturing and work in the digital and sustainability spaces.
Philippines thanks Cambodia for cooperation in surrogacy case, pledges transnational support
Both countries have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening joint efforts to combat transnational crimes, human trafficking, and cyber fraud.
Laos and the Philippines mark 70 years of solidarity and friendship
As Asia’s first republic, the Philippines committed to the self-determination of nations and promoted a “good neighbour” policy, participating in regional activities that…
China places great importance on relationship with Vietnam, says Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Looking ahead, the deputy FM suggested both sides further strengthen strategic exchanges and political trust through all-level exchanges, enhance the connectivity of their…