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Southeast Asian foreign ministers are gathering for their first meeting this year under the regional bloc’s new chair, Malaysia, seeking a breakthrough over Myanmar’s drawn-out civil war and territorial disputes in the South China Sea.

“As the Philippines takes on the Chairmanship of ASEAN 2026, I invite you to join us in the Philippines for the 29th ASEAN Tourism Ministers’ Meeting in Cebu in January 2026,” Frasco said in a statement, addressing ASEAN nations and partners.

MANILA (Reuters) - The Philippines and China agreed to seek common ground and find ways to cooperate despite their disagreements in the South China Sea, their foreign ministries said on Thursday, as heated rows persist over vessels deployed around disputed features.

Four major developments shaped the security environment in the South China Sea in 2024: (1) increased Chinese coercion against Philippine naval vessels and aircraft; (2) adoption of a new maritime defense strategy by the Philippines;

Most Thais oppose the government's plan to legalise casinos and online gambling, moves the authorities say would boost tourism and investment, an opinion survey found on Sunday (Jan 26). The government this month approved a draft law to allow casinos in entertainment complexes and gambling online.

The synergy between Malaysia, Indonesia and their ASEAN partners is important to ensure that the region's voice is heard more at the global level, especially in facing the geopolitical challenges of a world full of tension,

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s credibility and personality will be a key factor in proving Malaysia's capability as the ASEAN Chair to enhance the bloc's image and subsequently bring its voice to the global stage.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said ASEAN member countries must synergize with each other to be taken into account by other great powers.

Countries in the region are dreaming big as more foreign-born footballers are imported into their ranks. But is this no more than a quick fix?

The country is far more resilient today than it was four years ago and in a good position to counter Donald Trump’s promised tariffs — or unexpected moves yet to come. It has diversified markets for Chinese goods,