“None of those three countries are in ASEAN,” responded Duckworth ... China over its claims of sovereignty over virtually all of the South China Sea, one of the world’s most crucial ...

KUAH: Malaysia has called for Asean to embody true inclusivity by ensuring the full participation of all Southeast Asian countries, subtly advocating for Timor-Leste’s membership. In his opening ...

Timor-Leste and Papua New Guinea are “observer states.” President Biden in 2022 welcomed leaders of all ASEAN countries to Washington for a summit aimed at underlining U.S. support for the ...

ASEAN must respond collectively and proactively to weather the dual shocks of cheap Chinese goods flooding Southeast Asian ...

The foreign minister highlights the importance of inclusivity and sustainability, hinting at Timor-Leste’s accession to the regional bloc. Follow FMT on Facebook: https://bit.ly/49JJoo5 Follow ...