Asean Indo-Pacific guide still impractical, but not a lost cause: experts
It is believed that it could take Asean at least five years to finalise its concrete plan of action.
Geopolitics
Xi’s visit leads to new era for Mideast ties
President Xi's landmark visit has ushered in a new era for a shared community
For 1st time in 19 years, LDP ranking member visits Taiwan
Liberal Democratic Party's chairperson Koichi Hagiuda visited Taiwan on Saturday and held a meeting with President Tsai Ing-wen in Taipei.
Scholz’s coloured approach to relations with China
While many hoping for a reconciliation between China and the West will be happy with the German Chancellor's remarks, there is another side to the coin.
Great potential for S’pore and Pakistan to work together: Pakistan Foreign Minister
“There is a need for the world to have a fresh look at Pakistan that is away from its stereotypical image”, said Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.
Cambodia, Japan formulate ‘strategic partnership’ plans
The Japanese envoy lauded Cambodia’s successful ASEAN chairmanship, which brought remarkable outcomes from the ASEAN Ministers’ Meeting.
Japan fighters in PH; first since World War II
The jets, which arrived at the tail end of the bilateral air force exchange, did not take part in kinetic exercises or a flight demonstration.
President Xi’s visit further cements Sino-Saudi ties
The two sides agreed to host summits between their heads of state on a biennial basis.
Timor-Leste will work actively to accelerate membership to Asean: President Ramos-Horta
Dr Ramos-Horta said that it was preferable for his nation to become the 11th official member of Asean in 2023.
Indonesia, Pacific nations commit to strengthening ties
Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi said the Bali Message contained the commitments of Indonesia and Pacific nations to strengthen their partnerships.