Covid-19 curbs China’s power in Indo-Pacific, risks of war ‘significant’: Report
The impact of the pandemic has undermined the overall region’s prosperity, weakening China’s comprehensive power.
Region
ASEAN looks north for digital revamp
Signed by ASEAN and its five major trading partners, the RCEP is the world's largest free-trade pact, covering nearly one-third of its population.
Cambodia, Laos to expedite border demarcation process
Cambodia and Laos have now marked approximately 86 per cent of their common land boundary with a total of 121 border posts.
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.
China lashes out at Abe over former leader’s Taiwan warning
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said Abe had "made irresponsible remarks on China internal affairs".
Pakistan elected G77 chair, seeks debt restructuring for developing nations
The goals of the G77 are to maintain the independence and sovereignty of all developing countries and defend the economic interests of member states.
US, South Korea defense chiefs discuss boosting alliance
In recent years, the US and South Korea have cancelled or downsized military drills to support nuclear diplomacy with North Korea.
RCEP to boost HK role as key trade, services hub
The RCEP is the first free trade agreement between China and 14 other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
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
Pentagon calls for enhancing alliance to deter China, NK in review
After a nearly 10-month review, the Joe Biden administration released its first global posture review since taking office.