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.
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.
Biden denounces coup and ‘horrific violence’ in Myanmar at summit with Asean leaders
Myanmar's military government boycotted the Asean summit after its chief was banned from the meeting.
Southeast Asian nations tout green power links ahead of COP26
Asean nations are speeding up their plans to transmit renewable energy through a proposed regional power grid, with first trials set for 2022.