Asean summit host Brunei says Myanmar is an ‘integral part’ of the bloc
Asean is facing calls to go further by suspending or even expelling Myanmar, but Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, the summit host, sought to defuse tensions.
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The Glasgow climate test
World leaders will soon be put to the test at the United Nations Climate Conference — known as COP26 — in Glasgow.
Australia announces $126m support for Asean, seeks upgrade in ties
The sum will support cooperation with Asean on security, climate and health efforts, as Canberra pushes for ties with the region.
US, China up the ante in courting Asean at summit
Washington, Beijing pledged to raise their commitments to Asean, amid a “trust deficit” brought about by the heated superpower rivalry.
China, Asean join hands in fighting Covid-19, boosting economic recovery
To date, China has provided Asean member states with over 300 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines as well as a great number of emergency medical supplies.
PM expresses Malaysia’s concern over Aukus at the East Asia summit
PM Ismail Sabri Yaakob shared his concern that it could lead to arms race and spark tension, leading to instability in the region.
Chinese Premier calls for early RCEP formation
Premier Li Keqiang called on countries to speed up to allow the regional trade pact to take effect.
North-South Korea ties: Want success? First think the unthinkable
If the world wants North Korea to denuclearize, they must be willing to give Kim Jong-un what he wants most of all - security for him and his regime, says columnist Spencer H. Kim.
Asean Digital Gateway, Travel Wallet launched
By leveraging digital technology, the wallet will address issues faced by travellers such as carrying or misplacing multiple documents.
China calls on Asean to expedite talks on maritime cooperation
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang also called on both sides to explore upgrading the China Asean Free Trade Agreement.