Russia, China sending deadly aid to Myanmar’s military: UN expert
The expert also said that the military has imported at least $1 billion in arms and other material since the coup was staged.
Asean on path to ‘self-destruction’, analysts say
Experts also said Jakarta, widely considered to be Asean’s natural leader, has been held back this year by the bloc’s divided voice on urgent matters.
Philippines, Australia kick off ‘Kasangga’ joint exercises
More than 40 Australian soldiers will train more than 100 Filipino counterparts on urban warfare over the next several weeks.
Philippine senators want China investor out of National Grid following power outages
A senator also said the country’s territorial dispute with China in the West Philippine Sea should prompt the government to reconsider State Grid Corp. of China's role in the…
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.
Defying the dollar: Asean pushes for greater local currency use
Among Asean countries, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines been developing their capacity for local currency settlement since 2017.
Asean must focus on food self-sufficiency, security: President Marcos
He also said Asean governments can ensure food security by adopting new technologies, as well as by using smart agriculture and food systems.
‘Top Gun’ feel: US, Philippines airmen stage drills vs West Philippine Sea ‘enemy’
The exercises are taking place shortly after Manila and Washington concluded in late April its largest ever “Balikatan” military exercise.
Chinese militia boats cross Indian, Asean warships exercising in South China Sea
An independent expert in Vietnam said Beijing appeared to be using the militia to intimidate and disrupt the naval exercise.
Asean, India hold joint exercises in disputed sea for 1st time
The drills are being held against the backdrop of China’s increasing assertiveness in the region and renewed tensions with some Asean countries.