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news.google.compolitics10 hrs 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.comworld23 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.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld37 days ago
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.compolitics45 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…
Rapplerworld48 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 Postworld62 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…