Indo-Pacific gets crowded as Russia, Asean hold naval drills
Russia’s newfound interest in Southeast Asia follows a whirlwind of diplomatic engagement from other regional actors, most prominently the US and China
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Vietnam PM calls for enhanced cooperation to boost sub-regional growth
He stressed that promoting green growth, environmental protection and management of resources were among key items to focus on.
Vietnamese PM calls for enhanced cooperation to boost sub-regional growth
He was speaking at the first ever Asean forum on Sub-regional Cooperation for Sustainable Development and Inclusive Growth
US promises to increase engagement with ASEAN: Visiting official
Commenting on the US diplomatic presence in Southeast Asia, the official said numerous high-level visits to capitals in the region served to show Washington’s commitment.
Beware of Beijing as election nears: Philippines maritime expert
In 2016, an election year, China mobilized for the reclamation of Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal to convert it into another artificial island.
ASEM vows supply chain, digitalisation cooperation
Efforts will involve fleshing out a path towards meaningful digitalisation and adaptation to the obligatory changes, to ensure the reliability and resilience of international…
Jokowi’s EU fight
To reach a win-win solution, both sides need to make compromises, including on the nickel and palm oil issues.
China has no right to demand ‘Sierra Madre’ removal: Philippines senators
The BRP Sierra Madre, is a World War 2 landing ship tank that was intentionally grounded in 1999 to serve as a garrison for Filipino troops in Ayungin Shoal.
PM ignores questions on why Thailand didn’t get invite to democracy summit
Only three Asean countries will attend the summit – Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines.
Hun Sen asks G7 to invest more as he inaugurates Cambodia-China bridge
The Stung Trang-Kroch Chhmar Cambodia-China Friendship Bridge connects Kampong Cham province east across the Mekong River to Tbong Khmum province