Russia Dares Jakarta to Defy Trump’s Tariff Threat and Buy Its Oil
Russian Ambassador challenges Indonesia to proceed with energy imports despite U.S. sanctions.
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Malaysia, as ASEAN chair, walked the diplomatic tightrope with finesse: experts
Asia News Network reports on Malaysia’s 2025 ASEAN chairmanship achievements in diplomacy, economic cooperation, and regional integration.
Marcos expecting regional trade to offset threat to ‘rules-based order’
President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. emphasizes Philippines’ role in regional trade networks amid global economic uncertainties
Malaysia defends US trade pact dubbed ‘act of surrender’ amid sovereignty concerns
Malaysia defends its reciprocal trade agreement with the US amid concerns over sovereignty and alignment with US sanctions policies.
Asean summit marked major milestones for Malaysia and the bloc, says Nga
KUALA LUMPUR: The Asean Summit 2025 concluded with several key outcomes, including the adoption of the KL Peace Accord, the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Inclusive Green Growth, acceptance of Timor-Leste as a member state, a joint commitment to enhance regional housing resilience and smart city connectivity and renewed pledges to accelerate the Asean Circular Economy Framework.
Iran proposes regional currency to boost trade
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian suggests adopting a shared currency among regional trading partners to counter Western sanctions and enhance economic cooperation.
ASEAN and China sign updated Free Trade Area agreement
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China have signed an updated version of the ASEAN–China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) 3.0 agreement.
Anwar trumps as 47th Asean Summit host, raises Malaysia’s stature in the eyes of the world
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s successful hosting of the 47th Asean Summit in 2025 solidifies Malaysia’s diplomatic leadership amid regional and global challenges.
The Post-Gaza Rebalancing in the Middle East
The fragile ceasefire in Gaza reflects accelerating recalibration in the Middle East, as U.S. military maneuvers are giving way – so the story goes