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Biden ‘expected’ to keep focus on Asean, Indo-Pacific amid Ukraine crisis

It remains to be seen how the US will manage relations with Asean and the wider region.

At the meeting, Cambodia and Singapore drafted a common Asean vision on the role of members and supporting post-Covid recovery.

China also urged the US to stay committed to the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiques.

The writer says the report is clearly a boon for South-east Asian nations in their disputes with China over South China Sea claims.

The premier affirmed that he would not cease his efforts to do so despite criticism from some people in Myanmar.

The writer says even though Myanmar is a member, Asean has been a big disappointment, but not for lack of trying.

The two countries also celebrate their 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations this year.

Biden also reiterated his intent to invite Asean leaders to join him in Washington for a special summit in the coming months.

Frequent cases of Indonesian workers being abused in Malaysia have resulted in diplomatic tensions.

In a press release, the Cambodia Armed Forces said the agreement paves the way for promoting cooperation between the two armies.