Thailand briefs ASEAN partners on Cambodia and Myanmar issues
Thailand highlighted the broader ASEAN dilemma of whether to continue isolating Myanmar's leaders or to re-engage to promote regional stability and prevent geopolitical…
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ASEAN calls for coordinated action to safeguard energy security
The call was made in a joint statement issued following the Special ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting held virtually last Monday, which focused on implications for regional energy…
EU’s top diplomat calls on Southeast Asian countries to seek alternatives to Russian oil
The EU approved a fresh round of sanctions on Russia in April, including tightened restrictions on oil trade, as it looks to undermine Moscow’s ability to fund its war in…
China Foreign Minister Wang’s Southeast Asia visits underscore peace, stability
Analysts said this underscored Beijing's efforts to deepen political trust, expand practical cooperation and promote regional stability amid rising external uncertainties in…
Saving giant clams in Southeast Asia: Halt poaching, improve restoration, raise funds
While international regulations and local laws prohibit the poaching of the threatened giant clams, overfishing and the illegal trade persist in the region, with some local…
As more ASEAN states turn to Russia for fuel, will Moscow boost its influence in the region?
An expert said that Moscow has much to gain as fuel exports to the region will result in hard currency and alternative markets for its energy sector, as well as access to…
ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting boosts regional economic cooperation
The 13th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting and Related Meetings were held from April 7 to 10 in a virtual format under the Philippines’ 2026…
Australian PM’s ‘diesel diplomacy’ tour of Southeast Asia seen as welcome bid to calm fears at home
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has travelled across Southeast Asia with a simple message for regional leaders: Canberra will offer stable flows of gas and food in…
Curbing oil anxiety: ASEAN governments move to block panic hoarding and slash fuel
Julia Goh, Senior Economist at UOB Malaysia, told Sin Chew Daily that even if the Strait were to reopen tomorrow, the rerouting of tankers, inventory depletion, and insurance…
Japan pledges $10 billion to protect medical supply chains, will help Southeast Asian nations secure crude oil
Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, the aim is to shore up crude oil procurement in Asia and prevent disruption of essential goods supply to Japan.