The challenges for Malaysia as ASEAN chair in 2025
Malaysia’s ability to be an effective chair will be tested as it balances securing the interests of the region and maintaining the centrality of Asean in ensuring the stability…
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Malaysia to address Rohingya refugees issue as ASEAN 2025 chair, says Foreign Minister
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan added that Malaysia remains committed to pursuing efforts for a peaceful resolution in Myanmar, and will engage with Myanmar stakeholders for inclusive…
Dhaka to host high-level Bangladesh-India summit next month
According to a foreign ministry official, Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Jashim Uddin and Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will lead the Foreign Office Consultation.
Trump policies could cast shadow over Indonesia, Asia
US President-elect Trump would likely turn the US into a more isolationist country, and Southeast Asian countries could see decreased engagement, foreign aid and foreign direct…
Connecting with South Asia
Cultural elements preserve a sense of connection between Pakistan and its South Asian neighbours.
Lao, Vietnamese presidents hold online talks
The leaders agreed to intensify cooperation in areas of potential and to push for the fulfilment of cooperation agreements entered into by the two sides.
Malaysia’s diplomatic finesse needed to resolve Myanmar, South China Sea crises, say experts
These flashpoints in ASEAN’s backyard need urgent attention as Myanmar’s conflict is causing a massive humanitarian crisis, while the maritime dispute is leading to bitterness…
ASEAN ministers highlight creative economy, cultural unity at recent meeting
Malaysia’s Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, who chaired the meeting, called for enhanced innovation and collaboration, stressing that…
ASEAN needs a ‘reboot’ to tackle ongoing challenges, say regional leaders
The challenges range from territorial disputes and strategic uncertainties to the rise of economic nationalism within ASEAN and beyond. Other issues include the US-China strategic…
ASEAN crucial for implementation of international law, UNCLOS in East Sea, say scholars
ASEAN has long served as the incubator and caretaker of such norms and this reputation has been hard-earned over decades of diplomacy, negotiation and trust building, Dr. Nguyen…