ASEAN+3 speeds up emergency financing tool as global risks rise
The move comes amid severe global economic volatility, including wider conflict in the Middle East, which has affected energy prices, commodity markets and regional currency…
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Middle East conflict could spur Southeast Asia’s nuclear energy ambitions
Increasingly, nuclear energy has emerged as a potential energy source for countries, as nuclear reactions do not emit any greenhouse gases and use fewer natural resources to…
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…
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…