Biden denounces coup and ‘horrific violence’ in Myanmar at summit with Asean leaders
Myanmar's military government boycotted the Asean summit after its chief was banned from the meeting.
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UN chief appoints Noeleen Heyzer as new Myanmar envoy
Dr Heyzer, a former senior UN diplomat, will replace Ms Christine Schraner Burgener, who finishes up this weekend after more than three years in the role.
Biden to join Asean summit, renewing US’ involvement since Trump skipped after 2017
This will be the first time in four years that Washington will engage at the top level with the regional alliance in a move being seen as key to its strategy of pushing back…
Li Keqiang to attend series of meetings with Asean
The Chinese premier will discuss ways to deepen cooperation on various issues.
Jokowi calls for implementation of Asean travel corridor
Regional leaders agreed on the scheme last year and are set to discuss the implementation at a three-day summit that begins today (Oct 26).
Singapore to donate $8m of medical supplies to Asean stockpile for public health emergencies
To help with swift and equitable distribution of Covid-19 vaccines within the region, Singapore is also ramping up cold chain logistics services and expanding vaccine…
No turning back: ASEAN leaders urged to sustain pressure against Myanmar junta
Regional leaders are to set to meet virtually this week without the coup leader in attendance.
Singapore has ‘significant financial leverage’ over Myanmar military regime: US official
In a tweet, Derek Chollet said had discussed with Singapore ways to limit the Burmese military regime's access to overseas financial assets.
Navy wards off Indian submarine from entering Pakistani waters
Officials said it was the third time an Indian naval submarine had been detected and tracked by the Pakistan Navy's long-range maritime patrol aircraft.
Indonesia, Malaysia concerned over AUKUS nuclear submarines plan
The two nations are concerned about its ramifications even though nuclear weapons are not part of the plan.