Hazards and hopes for S-E Asia: A view from the World Bank
Despite global shocks, the region has new opportunities; but to benefit, countries will need to change policies.
Region
Asean proves its resilience in responding to challenges: Vietnam deputy foreign minister
The diplomat also said that Vietnam has helped Asean become stronger in resources, scale and organisation.
Asean nations bolster climate commitments with renewed call for climate action
The diplomats also said they were in favour of the ratification of the climate agreement at the United Nations Conference on Climate Change COP-26 in Glasgow.
Economic impact of Taiwan flare-up seen as manageable, but risks linger for S’pore and region
Analysts stressed that it is the long-term impacts of geopolitical conflicts that should be the focus of both businesses and policymakers in Asia.
Asean community can no longer tolerate Myanmar junta
Punitive action may have been chosen to sow fear of arbitrary death, which may be the military’s last resort to exert control as it loses ground in Myanmar.
Asean foreign ministers urge restraint as Taiwan tension boils
Without naming Taiwan directly, the foreign ministers said “the recent development in the area adjacent to the Asean region could lead to miscalculation, serious confrontation,…
In South Korea, Pelosi avoids public comments on Taiwan, China
Pelosi’s Taiwan visit has angered China, which views the island nation as a breakaway province to be annexed by force if necessary.
Cooperation key to peace in South China Sea: Asean foreign ministers
Discussing the international and regional situation, the parties expressed concern about the ongoing complexities and tensions in the region.
Asean to rethink peace plan if Myanmar conducts more executions
The 10-member bloc has been pushing for Myanmar to adhere to a five-point peace plan it agreed to last year.
Cambodia PM seeks Asean support for ‘Green Deal’ at foreign minister meeting
He added that more measures are needed to recover from the impacts of Covid-19, although various initiatives have been established, including the RCEP.