Asean rising amid global turbulence
Many now see its previously unrecognised economic and political potential that could become a factor in world relations in the near future.
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North Korea fires three missiles in row toward East Sea
A day earlier, North Korea fired a total of 25 missiles over the course of 11 hours, including a short-range ballistic missile that landed in international waters of the East Sea.
Japan eyes meeting with Central Asia foreign ministers
Central Asia is a key geopolitical hub linking Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and boasts abundant natural resources, including oil.
Declining population in Asia and the Pacific affects labour supply
According to the UN, family size in East Asia has dropped to 1.7 children per a woman while family size in South Asia is remaining at 2.5 children per a woman.
Myanmar crisis poses challenge for Asean’s ability to confront future: S’pore foreign minister
Asean has not been able to persuade the Myanmar junta to take meaningful steps towards resolving the crisis, despite forging a “five-point consensus”.
Asean populace has not learned to fully trust China: Survey
Beijing’s response to some of the region’s most pressing issues, such as the South China Sea, have been cited as the primary reason for anxiety.
Fishing boats, other vessels warned of Chinese rocket debris near ‘Panatag’ shoal
Although it was noted that the debris would unlikely fall on inhabited areas, falling debris would still pose a “considerable risk” to ships, aircraft, fishing boats, and…
South-east Asia benefits from US-China trade rivalry but not taking advantage of situation: Expert
Former Indonesian foreign minister Marty Natalegawa said South-east Asia is in itself an attractive destination “because of our inherent potential” for investors.
US president will attend US-Asean Summit in Phnom Penh
A White House press statement also said President Biden will reaffirm the US’ enduring commitment to Southeast Asia and Asean centrality.
IMF pins hopes on Asia amid dimming global economy
However, the IMF cut its growth forecast for Asia-Pacific to 4 per cent this year and 4.3 per cent next year amid an uncertain global environment.