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yna.co.krworld2 hrs ago
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun to Visit Philippines for ASEAN Meetings
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will travel to the Philippines for two days of ASEAN-related meetings beginning July 22. He will co-chair the ASEAN-Republic of Korea Foreign Ministers' Meeting and attend regional forums with Japan and China.
South China Morning Postpolitics22 hrs ago
Myanmar Foreign Minister Meets Southeast Asian Counterparts in Bangkok
U Tin Maung Swe held talks with diplomats from Thailand and other Southeast Asian nations over the July 11-12 weekend. Discussions covered a renewed peace initiative and the welfare of former leader Aung San Suu Kyi. South China Morning Post reported the meetings in Bangkok.
news.google.comworld4 days ago
ASEAN Foreign Ministers to Meet Myanmar Counterpart in Bangkok on Sunday
The Philippines will lead an informal ASEAN meeting with Myanmar's foreign minister on July 12 in Bangkok. The session marks the first in-person gathering with Myanmar's top diplomat since the 2021 coup.
Rapplerai6 days ago
ILO Brief: Nearly 80 Million ASEAN Workers Face Some GenAI Exposure, but Employment in Exposed Jobs Continues to Grow
The International Labour Organization released a policy brief on July 8, 2026, showing significant but uneven exposure to generative AI across ASEAN countries. Singapore leads with 42.2% of employment affected, followed by the Philippines at 28.1%.
koreaherald.comworld7 days ago
South Korea and ASEAN Review Strategic Partnership at Seoul Meeting
Representatives from South Korea and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations met in Seoul on July 7 to review progress on their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and discuss expanded cooperation in security, economic, and cultural areas.
Yonhapfinance7 days ago
South Korea and Singapore Hold Second Round of Free Trade Agreement Upgrade Talks in Seoul
South Korea and Singapore began a second round of negotiations on July 7 to upgrade their 2006 bilateral free trade agreement. The two-day talks in Seoul focus on supply chains, the green economy and aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul.
opindia.comworld15 days ago
South Korea and East Timor Agree to Expand Cooperation on Climate, Infrastructure and Education
The two countries' foreign ministers met in Seoul and agreed to broaden ties in climate change projects, infrastructure, education and law enforcement. East Timor's foreign minister made the first official visit by a counterpart since diplomatic relations began in 2002.
koreatimes.co.krpolitics19 days ago
East Timor’s foreign minister to hold first official talks in Seoul since 2002 diplomatic ties
East Timor's top diplomat will meet South Korea's foreign minister Monday to discuss economic, security and development cooperation. The trip marks the first official visit by an East Timorese foreign minister since diplomatic relations began in 2002.
nbcnews.comworld42 days ago
Philippine Defense Chief Addresses South China Sea Disputes at Shangri-La Dialogue
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. presented the Philippines as a convergence point for middle powers during the final plenary session of the Shangri-La Dialogue on May 31, 2026.
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ASEAN Survey Shows Mixed Views on China and U.S. Influence
A regional survey found rising trust in China among Southeast Asian respondents while concerns about its political influence remain high. The report also examined ASEAN's efforts to maintain autonomy amid U.S.-China competition.
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theverge.compolitics64 days ago
Myanmar Says ASEAN Applies Discriminatory Measures After Summit Exclusion
Myanmar officials stated on May 11, 2026 that discriminatory measures are preventing the country from participating in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. The 11-country bloc has excluded Myanmar's post-coup leadership from summits since the 2021 military takeover. The ju…
Rapplerworld67 days ago
ASEAN Prepares for Summit in Cebu as Philippines Hosts Regional Meetings
Southeast Asian leaders arrived in Cebu on May 7 for the 48th ASEAN Summit. Foreign and economic ministers held meetings while the Philippines convened a BIMP-EAGA summit and a trilateral meeting on a Cambodia-Thailand border dispute. The main leaders' meetings are scheduled for…
South China Morning Postworld81 days ago
Philippines Aims to Finalize South China Sea Code of Conduct by Year-End
Philippine officials emphasized the need to complete a code of conduct for the South China Sea this year during a panel discussion. The code, negotiated since 2002 between ASEAN and China, seeks to reduce tensions in the disputed area. An upcoming ASEAN summit will address relate…