Tokyo understands ASEAN’s centrality to the Free and Open Indo-Pacific vision better than Washington does and should continue leading in defending this regional order. Read more
The bloc’s economies, despite varying political landscapes, rank among the world’s most dynamic. Read more
Ishiba will postpone his planned visit to South Korea early next year due to political turmoil in the country. Read more
More than a year after inheriting power from his father, Cambodian PM has yet to hold an open news conference to explain how he will navigate challenges. Read more
Experts said Ishiba’s visit signaled that he would maintain continuity with the policies set by former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Read more
The prime minister made pledges to strengthen maritime security and promote decarbonization during his first international trip since taking office. Read more
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said ASEAN and China cannot pretend that all is well on the economic front when there are political tensions. Read more
Rising tensions in the disputed South China Sea will also be on the agenda at the gathering of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in Laos. Read more
Many Asian countries maintain delicate ties with China, making the creation of any defense group aimed at countering Beijing’s influence difficult. Read more
Thailand is steering an initiative for a joint-visa program with countries that together hosted about 70 million tourists last year as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin ramps up initiatives to... Read more
