| 单词 | ASEAN |
| 例句 | The defense ministers on Thursday will be meeting with ASEAN’s eight dialog partners, with the territorial disputes over the South China Sea expected to be raised. ASEAN defense chiefs call for the fighting in Gaza to cease, but they struggle to address Myanmar 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z “ASEAN simply cannot afford to choose sides,” said Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Defense Chee How Heng, referring to the alliance of 10 Southeast Asian countries. Strong U.S. anti-China stance leaves some allies, partners in region conflicted 2023-10-22T04:00:00Z Technology executives say ASEAN's relatively hands-off approach is more business friendly as it limits the compliance burden in a region where existing local laws are already complex and allows for more innovation. Exclusive: Southeast Asia eyes hands-off AI rules, defying EU ambitions 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z One of ASEAN’s core policies is non-interference, which means members tend to shy away from joint projects. Climate change and the shift to cleaner energy push Southeast Asia to finally start sharing power 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z Despite such failure, the 10-nation bloc’s leaders decided to stick with the plan and continue to prohibit Myanmar’s generals and their appointed officials from attending ASEAN’s high-level summits. A unified strategy and more funding are urgently needed to end the crisis in Myanmar, UN chief says 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z Indonesia, chair of the 10-member ASEAN, is expected to symbolically hand over the chair to Laos on Thursday, though it will maintain the role until the end of the year. World leaders talk trade, security in ASEAN-led summit 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z A copy of Marcos’ remarks during ASEAN’s hourlong meeting with Qiang on Wednesday issued to journalists showed the Philippine president fired a veiled critique but did not raise any specific aggressions in the disputed sea. China’s premier is on a charm offensive as ASEAN summit protests Beijing’s aggression at sea 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z She also announced the establishment of a new U.S.-ASEAN centre in Washington. US VP Harris: US will continue to press Myanmar to foster democracy 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z ASEAN, which has warned of the danger of getting dragged into major powers' disputes, is also holding wider talks with Li, U.S. China warns against 'new Cold War' at ASEAN summit 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z The United States and its allies have echoed ASEAN's calls for freedom of navigation and overflight and to refrain from building a physical presence in the area. ASEAN welcomes world leaders as China-U.S. rivalry overshadows region 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Thorny issues including the U.S.-China rivalry in the region have set off divisions within ASEAN, and Indonesian President Joko Widodo renewed his call for unity. Myanmar won’t be allowed to lead Association of Southeast Asian Nations in 2026, in blow to generals 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z China, a full dialogue partner of ASEAN, did not participate in the arbitration sought in 2013 by the Philippines, rejected the 2016 ruling, and continues to defy it. China’s premier is on a charm offensive as ASEAN summit protests Beijing’s aggression at sea 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Indonesia also wanted to highlight ASEAN’s urgent call for environmental protection and the need to shift to greener energy sources, Setiadi said. An orangutan, chirping birds and a waterfall at Indonesian venue contrast to the pollution outside 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z The United States and its allies have echoed ASEAN's calls for freedom of navigation and overflight and to refrain from building a physical presence in disputed waters. China warns against 'new Cold War' at ASEAN summit 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z "ASEAN has agreed to not be a proxy to any powers. Don't turn our ship into an arena for rivalry that is destructive," Widodo said. Indonesia warns ASEAN on 'destructive' rivalry as Jakarta summit opens 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z “All of us are aware of the magnitude of the world’s challenges today, where the main key to facing them is the unity and centrality of ASEAN,” Widodo told fellow leaders. Myanmar won’t be allowed to lead Association of Southeast Asian Nations in 2026, in blow to generals 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z "ASEAN can only steam forward in full power if we can ensure a peaceful and lasting solution in Myanmar," she said. ASEAN diplomats meet to review stalled Myanmar peace plan 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z But Biden’s decision to skip the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, known as ASEAN, has caused some frustration, particularly because he’s already going to be in India and Vietnam around the same time. Vice President Kamala Harris to face doubts and dysfunction at Southeast Asia summit 2023-09-03T04:00:00Z Indonesia tried to swing the focus to boosting regional economies with an upbeat theme this year — “ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of Growth” — but the geopolitical and security issues have continued to pester and spark diplomatic fallouts. Southeast Asian leaders are besieged by thorny issues as they hold an ASEAN summit without Biden 2023-09-03T04:00:00Z And unlike Beijing, Washington is on the outside of many of the organization’s economic and political collaborations — for example, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership that unites ASEAN, China, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea and Japan. Opinion: Biden heads to Southeast Asia next week, but his itinerary is 'exactly backward' 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z “ASEAN leaders must ensure that this ship is able to keep going, able to keep sailing,” Widodo said. Myanmar won’t be allowed to lead Association of Southeast Asian Nations in 2026, in blow to generals 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z "ASEAN, China's top trading partner, has also decreased to a nearly two-year low of 50.8." China's factory activity likely extended declines in August - Reuters poll 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Separately, Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Jakarta, Indonesia to attend the U.S.-ASEAN Summit and the East Asia Summit, where she will engage leaders from the Indo-Pacific, the White House said. Biden to attend G20 summit in India next month 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z “ASEAN continues to say that it’s so difficult, it’s so complex,” she said. Southeast Asian leaders are besieged by thorny issues as they hold an ASEAN summit without Biden 2023-09-03T04:00:00Z Alternatively, the United States could formalize its participation in ASEAN’s subregional political and economic groups with investments of capital, materiel and technical expertise. Opinion: Biden heads to Southeast Asia next week, but his itinerary is 'exactly backward' 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z The president of the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council earlier this month told Reuters the body is hoping to host Hun Manet soon in New York, noting he was "a different person" to his father. Explainer: Cambodia's new leader Hun Manet, strongman or reformer? 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Trump's predecessor Barack Obama attended every U.S.-ASEAN and East Asia summit from 2011, apart from 2013, when he canceled due to a government shutdown at home. Exclusive: Biden unlikely to attend ASEAN summits in September on trip to Asia -sources 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z ASEAN, has been seeking to mediate an end to the violent conflict in Myanmar, which some members believe destabilizes the region. Myanmar’s military plans to move Suu Kyi to house arrest, according to unofficial reports 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z The three, along with other Western and Asian foreign ministers whose countries regularly engage with ASEAN, paid a call Friday to Indonesian President Joko Widodo, who delivered a pointed message. Blinken meets Wang Yi in Indonesia. But the region remains wary of the US-China rivalry 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Instead, she underscored that the regional group was still pursuing ASEAN’s emergency plan focused on encouraging peace dialogues to try to resolve the Myanmar crisis. Southeast Asian nations renew alarm over Myanmar violence. But diplomats can’t settle on a solution 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z ASEAN's unity has been tested over how to approach the crisis. Rivalries on show as Southeast Asia hosts annual security gathering 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z "We will continue to deepen the comprehensive strategic partnership with ASEAN," Wang said. Top diplomat says China, ASEAN pushing ahead with free trade area talks 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Sasa said he could not confirm if the Bali meetings had taken place, but called for even deeper engagement with ASEAN. ASEAN chair Indonesia has little to show for Myanmar peace drive - diplomats 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z “ASEAN should not be a competition arena and should not be a proxy for any country, and international law must be consistently respected,” the Indonesian leader said. Blinken meets Wang Yi in Indonesia. But the region remains wary of the US-China rivalry 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Jakarta was set to host the 'ASEAN Queer Advocacy Week' from July 17, bringing together activists from across Southeast Asia to discuss advocacy and navigating challenges. LGBT event in Indonesia scrapped after security threats 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z China has sought to engage the 10 members of ASEAN, mainly through trade, as part of a campaign to dilute U.S. influence in the region and challenge the American-led liberal world order. China says its foreign minister is ill. A senior diplomat will take his place at ASEAN 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z Since assuming ASEAN’s rotating chairmanship this year, Indonesia has initiated some 110 meetings with groups in Myanmar and provided humanitarian aid to build trust, Marsudi said. Indonesia warns nuclear weapons put Southeast Asia a ‘miscalculation away’ from a catastrophe 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z It has become one of ASEAN’s gravest crises since its establishment. Myanmar violence and sea disputes to dominate ASEAN talks joined by US, Russian and Chinese envoys 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z In a statement Tuesday, however, Indonesia, which holds the rotating chair of ASEAN, said the exercise is now being planned for the waters of South Natuna, just outside the nine-dash line. Southeast Asian nations move ahead with plan for navy drills near disputed area of South China Sea 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z ASEAN, of which Myanmar is a member, two years ago agreed on a five-point plan that includes a call for an immediate stop to killings and other violence and the start of a national dialogue. Thailand’s caretaker government criticized for holding meeting to discuss military-ruled Myanmar 2023-06-18T04:00:00Z A group of 81 Myanmar activist groups released an open letter on Sunday condemning the "secretive initiative", saying it was in "blatant contradiction" with ASEAN's policy of not inviting junta officials to high-level meetings. Key ASEAN members skip Thai-hosted Myanmar talks amid criticism 2023-06-18T04:00:00Z Blinken said he agreed with his Singaporean counterpart and that Washington supports ASEAN's efforts on Myanmar. Blinken, Singapore foreign minister share pessimism on situation in Myanmar 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z “ASEAN is still very concerned about the increasing use of violence in Myanmar which has resulted in civilian casualties and the destruction of public facilities,” Retno said at a news conference on Friday. Myanmar violence and sea disputes to dominate ASEAN talks joined by US, Russian and Chinese envoys 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z Indonesia has been seeking to advance a peace process agreed two years ago with the junta and ASEAN, which has barred the generals from its high level meetings. Exclusive: Thailand seeking to re-engage Myanmar junta with ASEAN meeting - letter, sources 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z Thailand did not organize it on behalf of ASEAN, and an open invitation was sent out to all nations that might be interested in hearing from Myanmar, Don said. Thailand’s caretaker government criticized for holding meeting to discuss military-ruled Myanmar 2023-06-18T04:00:00Z The trip comes as Japan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations mark 50 years of friendship this year, when Indonesia is serving as ASEAN’s chair. Japan emperor says ties with developing nations key to tackling global challenges 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z ASEAN's unity has for years been tested by a rivalry between the United States and China that is being played out in the South China Sea. ASEAN to hold first joint military exercise off Indonesia 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z Myanmar is scheduled next year to assume the role of coordinating ASEAN’s engagements with the European Union. Myanmar violence and sea disputes to dominate ASEAN talks joined by US, Russian and Chinese envoys 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z The generals have protested ASEAN’s move, which they said strayed from the group’s bedrock policy of non-intervention in each other’s domestic affairs and deciding by consensus. ASEAN leader acknowledges no progress toward ending Myanmar’s deadly civil strife 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Myanmar's junta has not been invited to ASEAN's high-level meetings over its failure to implement the plan, which its top general agreed to in April 2021 in a meeting in Jakarta. ASEAN must show unity to tackle Myanmar's escalating crisis, Indonesia president says 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z ASEAN's efforts to combat human trafficking will include enhancing the capacity of law enforcement agencies to investigate, collect data, exchange information and conduct joint exercises, the declaration said. Southeast Asian leaders pledge crackdown on human traffickers online scams 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Indonesia has considerably eased its fierce criticism of Myanmar’s military since assuming the rotating role as ASEAN’s leader. ASEAN leaders condemn armed attack on aid convoy in Myanmar 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z "ASEAN is doing as much as it can really because when you are there on the ground it's not that easy," Philippine foreign minister Enrique Manalo said. Myanmar's crisis overshadows ASEAN summit in Indonesia 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z “ASEAN has not been able to resolve most problems, contentious ones,” Anwar told fellow leaders on Wednesday in videotaped remarks he posted on his Twitter account. ASEAN leader acknowledges no progress toward ending Myanmar’s deadly civil strife 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z It’s become one of ASEAN’s gravest crises since its establishment. Alarm over Myanmar, sea feud under ASEAN summit spotlight 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The far-flung fishing town with only three traffic lights and about 6,000 residents is acutely short of hotels for ASEAN’s swarm of diplomats, delegates and journalists. ASEAN leaders to tackle regional crises at tropical resort 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Indonesia, which serves as ASEAN’s chair this year, had arranged for the delivery of the aid after a long-delayed assessment. ASEAN leaders condemn armed attack on aid convoy in Myanmar 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z But some have called on ASEAN, which espouses a policy of non-intervention in members' sovereign affairs, to take a harder stance against Myanmar. Myanmar's crisis overshadows ASEAN summit in Indonesia 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z The ministerial talks stressed the Myanmar crisis should not affect ASEAN’s progress in building a regional community, said the report, which cited one observation that there would be no near-term solution to the Myanmar crisis. ASEAN leader acknowledges no progress toward ending Myanmar’s deadly civil strife 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z ASEAN's peace plan known as the five-point consensus, is the only official diplomatic process in play for Myanmar and includes halting hostilities and starting dialogue between all parties. Myanmar's neighbours, some ASEAN members hold secretive talks on crisis - sources 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z Teams of diplomats and journalists arrived to welcome streamers announcing the upbeat summit motto, “ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of Growth.” ASEAN leaders to tackle regional crises at tropical resort 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z She also served as the country’s first female ambassador to Indonesia and ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. State of the Union’s congressional guests include family of Tyre Nichols, 9/11 volunteer firefighter 2023-02-06T05:00:00Z She said the lack of progress in Myanmar “tests our credibility” as a group, and that ASEAN’s efforts toward peace would be coordinated with those of other countries and the United Nations. ASEAN vows to conclude pact with China on disputed territory 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z "ASEAN's outlook on the Indo-Pacific was central to the discussion," she said. ASEAN chair Indonesia to intensify talks on code for South China Sea 2023-02-04T05:00:00Z "This effort will not supplant ASEAN," the second source said of the ongoing talks, "This will only complement." Myanmar's neighbours, some ASEAN members hold secretive talks on crisis - sources 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z One expert said the informal meeting with junta figures was "not helpful for ASEAN's overall efforts to help bring about a diplomatic solution to resolving the crisis". Myanmar shadow govt raises alarm after junta meets ASEAN members 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z “The consultation was a non-ASEAN meeting but intended to complement ASEAN’s ongoing collective efforts to find a peaceful political resolution for the situation in Myanmar,” Kanchana said in a statement. Thailand hosts informal meeting on Myanmar political crisis 2022-12-22T05:00:00Z ASEAN, which makes decisions by consensus, agreed last month to keep sidelining the Myanmar generals until they comply with its peace plan, which remains the only diplomatic process in play. Myanmar junta minister attend talks hosted by Thailand, key ASEAN players absent 2022-12-22T05:00:00Z The draft resolution “acknowledges ASEAN’s central role in helping to find a peaceful solution to the crisis in Myanmar” and encourages the international community to support ASEAN’s efforts including in implementing the five-point consensus. UN to vote on resolution demanding end to Myanmar violence 2022-12-21T05:00:00Z EU leaders hosted counterparts from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, in a nod to Asia’s economic rise. Europe hosts southeast Asian leaders as own crises mount 2022-12-14T05:00:00Z "It would seem to breach ASEAN's position of not inviting official Myanmar junta representatives to official or unofficial meetings," said Dylan Loh, assistant professor at Singapore's Nanyang Technological University's public policy division. Myanmar shadow govt raises alarm after junta meets ASEAN members 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z "ASEAN policymakers must be vigilant" to risks and offer "clear, sufficient and timely communication to avoid unintended outcomes," he said. IMF's Georgieva flags inflation, China slowdown as risks to Asia 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z Both officials plan to meet with participants on the margins of the main gathering of ministers from the 10-nation organization known as ASEAN. China, US officials to attend Southeast Asia defense meeting 2022-11-19T05:00:00Z Neither the United States nor Russia is a member of ASEAN, a 10-member group of southeast Asian countries, but several world leaders attended the talks ahead of next week's G20 summit in Bali. Russia's Lavrov says West seeking to militarise southeast Asia 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z “We have to make sure that we have a strong position in our relationship with ASEAN,” Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte told reporters in Brussels. Europe hosts southeast Asian leaders as own crises mount 2022-12-14T05:00:00Z "Any meeting convened under ASEAN, formal or informal, should not deviate from this decision," it said, according to the source. Myanmar shadow govt raises alarm after junta meets ASEAN members 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z “ASEAN is the heart of my administration’s Indo-Pacific strategy. And we continue to strengthen our commitment to work in lockstep with an empowered, unified ASEAN,” the president added. Biden woos Southeast Asia nations at summit as China bids for greater influence 2022-11-12T05:00:00Z “ASEAN remains neutral in this competition, and we don’t want to choose sides,” Kung Phoak, Cambodia’s secretary of state of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, told the network. In His 3rd Summit With Southeast Asian Leaders, Biden Bets on Face Time 2022-11-12T05:00:00Z He also tapped one of his senior aides, Yohannes Abraham, as the official envoy to the 10-country bloc that makes up ASEAN, another way the White House has highlighted that commitment. Biden working on ties with Southeast Asia in shadow of China 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z The IMF last month said ASEAN’s annual economic growth — which exceeds the global average — would slow next year to 4.7 percent, down from 5 percent this year. Biden’s Asian summit partners hit by U.S. rate hikes, Chinese downturn 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z One outcome of the trip would be the elevation of the U.S.-ASEAN partnership to a comprehensive strategic partnership, he noted. Biden in Cambodia as global leaders join Southeast Asian summit 2022-11-12T05:00:00Z But the final product, which Hun Sen said was designed and made in Cambodia, is a sleek silver timepiece with coppery-gold hands and a leather strap, with “ASEAN Cambodia 2022” imprinted on its face. Watches, daggers and cricket ice cream: Asian summit treats 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z “ASEAN wants to work closely with both countries.” In His 3rd Summit With Southeast Asian Leaders, Biden Bets on Face Time 2022-11-12T05:00:00Z ASEAN, which has barred junta leaders from its meetings since last year, repeated last week its commitment to the so-called five-point peace consensus, but some members have urged a stronger stance. Myanmar to dominate ASEAN agenda, but 'little progress expected' 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z The region’s exports to China — ASEAN’s largest trading partner — also are likely to dip. Biden’s Asian summit partners hit by U.S. rate hikes, Chinese downturn 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z The Cambodian leader also pledged to support Ukraine’s aspirations to become a “Sectoral Dialogue Partner” with ASEAN, a step toward the full “Dialogue Partnership” the group has with Russia, China, the United States and others. Ukraine boosts Southeast Asia ties with peace accord 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z Myanmar is a member of the regional grouping, but its military rulers have not cooperated with ASEAN’s efforts to ease tensions and stop the violence in the country. Myanmar’s military commutes jail terms of election officials 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z Myanmar’s government initially agreed to it but has made little effort to implement it, aside from seeking humanitarian aid and allowing ASEAN’s envoy, Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, to visit. Myanmar tops Asian summit’s agenda as global issues loom 2022-11-08T05:00:00Z The foreign ministry of Malaysia, which has by far been the most critical of the junta, said it would be "calling for a more decisive stance by ASEAN" at this week's meeting. Myanmar to dominate ASEAN agenda, but 'little progress expected' 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z Higher credit costs are intended to cool inflation and discourage capital flight, but they will also slow ASEAN’s economic growth. Biden’s Asian summit partners hit by U.S. rate hikes, Chinese downturn 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z China is not a member of ASEAN, but is the largest trading partner of the 10-nation bloc. Biden’s big trip: Uncertainty at home, thorny issues abroad dominate global tour 2022-11-08T05:00:00Z Biden will then travel to Cambodia from Nov. 12-13 to participate in the annual U.S.-ASEAN summit and the East Asia Summit, the White House said in a statement. Biden to travel to Egypt, Cambodia and Indonesia for November summits -White House 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z Myanmar’s government initially agreed to the consensus but has made little effort to implement it, aside from seeking humanitarian aid and allowing ASEAN’s envoy, Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, to visit. ASEAN foreign ministers urge more progress in Myanmar crisis 2022-10-27T04:00:00Z Singapore in August said the military had disrespected ASEAN's peace effort and engaging with the junta had limited value without progress. Explainer: Why is ASEAN holding a special meeting on Myanmar? 2022-10-27T04:00:00Z Since the Fed began raising rates, ASEAN’s largest economy, Indonesia, has suffered net capital outflows in five of the past seven months, according to data from the Institute of International Finance, an industry group. Biden’s Asian summit partners hit by U.S. rate hikes, Chinese downturn 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z ASEAN’s chair, Cambodia, issued a statement on Tuesday saying the group is “gravely concerned over the recent escalation of violence in Myanmar.” Southeast Asian foreign ministers hold special Myanmar talks 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z Southeast Asian countries are leading efforts to bring peace to Myanmar but the junta has done little to respond to peace "consensus" agreed last year with the regional bloc ASEAN. Myanmar military defends deadly air strike after accusations of war crime 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z Thursday’s meeting came ahead of ASEAN’s annual summit on Nov. 11-13, where a top focus of the leaders will be the Myanmar crisis, which has threatened the group’s unity. ASEAN foreign ministers urge more progress in Myanmar crisis 2022-10-27T04:00:00Z The government has refused to allow her to meet with any outsiders, including a special envoy from ASEAN. UN special envoy to Myanmar urges immediate halt to violence 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cambodia, which is currently chairing ASEAN, did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for comment. Myanmar junta hits back at ASEAN after being barred from meetings 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z Thursday’s meeting comes ahead of ASEAN’s annual summit on Nov. 11-13, where a top focus of the leaders will be the Myanmar situation, which has threatened the group’s unity. Southeast Asian foreign ministers hold special Myanmar talks 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z “It also needs to learn from the fact that the ASEAN’s special envoy has visited Myanmar twice, but nothing has been achieved. We are watching her trip carefully.” UN special envoy to Myanmar arrives on inaugural visit 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z “If more executions are conducted, then things will have to be reconsidered,” said Prak Sokhonn, Cambodia’s foreign minister and ASEAN’s special envoy for Myanmar. Myanmar executions revive pressure for more sanctions 2022-08-15T04:00:00Z Myanmar is one of ASEAN’s 10 members but has failed to implement the group’s plan to ease the crisis. Russia’s foreign minister makes official visit to Myanmar 2022-08-02T04:00:00Z He said ASEAN’s special envoy also needs to meet with the National Unity Government, a shadow civilian administration established outside Myanmar, to help develop a new political framework. Myanmar violence, Ukraine war loom over ASEAN meetings 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z The foreign ministers’ meeting will be held in Jakarta, Indonesia, and be chaired by Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, who is ASEAN’s special envoy for Myanmar, ministry spokesperson Chum Sounry said Wednesday. Southeast Asian foreign ministers hold special Myanmar talks 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z Tim Monger has been appointed as the head of the bank's North and East Asian business 'cluster', based in Hong Kong, while Amol Gupte will lead South Asia and ASEAN, the memo said. Citigroup creates new Asia leadership structure - memo 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z Outside ASEAN, the countries with closest ties and most sway over Myanmar, China and Russia, have signaled support for the military and are unlikely to do much to apply pressure. Myanmar executions revive pressure for more sanctions 2022-08-15T04:00:00Z ASEAN, under the guidance of its former chair, Brunei, took the unprecedented step of not allowing the leader of Myanmar’s military government, Min Aung Hlaing, to attend its annual summit last October. Myanmar minister joins Southeast Asian defense meeting 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z “ASEAN centrality means that we will always think about our security in the context of your security,” she said at a forum in Singapore. Myanmar violence, Ukraine war loom over ASEAN meetings 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z Myanmar’s military-installed government initially agreed to the consensus but has made little effort to implement it, aside from seeking humanitarian aid and allowing ASEAN’s special envoy to visit. Southeast Asian foreign ministers hold special Myanmar talks 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z The two-day meeting in New Delhi marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of formal “dialogue partner” relations between India and ASEAN. India, ASEAN seek to boost ties amid U.S.-China rivalry 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z Hun Sen has a special interest in Myanmar because Cambodia this year chairs the 10-member Association of Southeast Asia Nations, ASEAN, to which Myanmar belongs. Cambodian leader asks Myanmar to reconsider foes’ executions 2022-06-11T04:00:00Z He has stressed that Myanmar must be included in ASEAN’s activities, but has also expressed pessimism that any progress toward peace can be made this year. Myanmar minister joins Southeast Asian defense meeting 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z Cambodia currently holds the rotating chairmanship of ASEAN, which also includes the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, Laos, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Brunei in addition to Myanmar. Myanmar violence, Ukraine war loom over ASEAN meetings 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z The State Department said the two trips highlight American commitment to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a 10-member regional bloc known as ASEAN, as well as Washington’s bilateral partnerships. US official meets Marcos in Philippines in diplomatic push 2022-06-08T04:00:00Z It did not explain why there was no representative from Myanmar, which also belongs to ASEAN. India, ASEAN seek to boost ties amid U.S.-China rivalry 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z But Myanmar’s military has failed to cooperate with ASEAN’s plans. Cambodian leader asks Myanmar to reconsider foes’ executions 2022-06-11T04:00:00Z Among ASEAN's members are Myanmar, ruled by a military junta, and one-party Communist-ruled Vietnam. Mexico foreign minister accuses U.S. of inconsistency in Americas Summit invitations 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z It was an “enthusiastic supporter” of the U.S.-ASEAN special summit in Washington last month, the second official said. China secretly building PLA naval facility in Cambodia, Western officials say 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z Albanese has expressed a desire to strengthen ties with ASEAN, at a time of geopolitical rivalry in the Pacific and on Sunday said the delegation with him underlined Indonesia's importance to Australia. Australian PM in Indonesia for talks on investment, climate change 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z Myanmar is a member of ASEAN, but has not been willing to implement the plan. Russia and China block UN statement on Myanmar crisis 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn is ASEAN’s special envoy to Myanmar, but Hun Sen has publicly expressed pessimism about achieving a breakthrough in dealing with Myanmar’s generals. Cambodian leader asks Myanmar to reconsider foes’ executions 2022-06-11T04:00:00Z On Thursday Washington promised $150 million to help improve infrastructure, security, pandemic preparedness and on other projects in ASEAN, but U.S. spending pales in comparison to that of China. U.S. tells Southeast Asian leaders it will be in region for 'generations' 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z Kao said ASEAN’s approach to the conflict has been “strategic” and should not be expected to mimic other big powers and multilateral organizations. Biden hosts Asian leaders at White House as Russia demands his focus 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z The summit marks the first time that ASEAN's leaders gather as a group at the White House and their first meeting hosted by a U.S. president since 2016. With China in focus, Biden plans $150 million commitment to ASEAN leaders 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z The proposed Security Council statement would have underlined the important role of U.N. envoy Heyzer and encouraged close coordination with ASEAN’s envoy. Russia and China block UN statement on Myanmar crisis 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z He said the United States was an important partner for ASEAN, as its largest foreign direct investor and second largest trading partner, with two-way trade of $308.9 billion in 2020. Malaysian leader urges U.S. to adopt more active ASEAN trade agenda 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z The summit marks the first time that ASEAN's leaders gathered as a group at the White House and in Washington and their first meeting hosted by a U.S. president since 2016. U.S. tells Southeast Asian leaders it will be in region for 'generations' 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z It will be the first time leaders of ASEAN, created in some of the darkest days of the Cold War, gather as a group at the White House. Biden seeks to keep China in focus by welcoming ASEAN leaders 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z “Myanmar’s junta has spent the past year committing atrocities in utter disregard for its commitments to ASEAN,” said Elaine Pearson, acting Asia director at Human Rights Watch. Cambodia hosts meeting on humanitarian assistance to Myanmar 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z ASEAN’s five-point Myanmar peace “consensus”, backed by the United Nations and major powers, remains the only formal diplomatic initiative in play, but regional leaders are frustrated at what they see as stonewalling by the junta. Cambodia PM appeals to Myanmar junta for access to Suu Kyi 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z "Therefore the U.S. should adopt a more active trade and investment agenda with ASEAN, which will benefit the U.S. economically and strategically," he said. Malaysian leader urges U.S. to adopt more active ASEAN trade agenda 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z In statements issued by Cambodia as chair of ASEAN, the bloc has urged restraint and dialogue, but made no mention of Russia's role in the invasion. Cambodia PM condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z ASEAN, likewise, worked with both under its principle of "inclusiveness," he said. Biden seeks to keep China in focus by welcoming ASEAN leaders 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z Myanmar’s reluctance to implement the actions urged in the consensus has caused a split among the members of ASEAN, which has ostracized Myanmar by blocking its leaders from attending major meetings of the regional grouping. ASEAN envoy for Myanmar crisis arrives on first mission 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z The coup and ensuing crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators and ousted politicians has prompted outrage and sanctions by Western countries, which have backed ASEAN's diplomatic initiative. ASEAN envoy seeking favourable conditions for Myanmar peace process 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z He said there were some 6,200 U.S. companies operating in ASEAN, many of which used the region as a production platform to export in the region and beyond. Malaysian leader urges U.S. to adopt more active ASEAN trade agenda 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z Of ASEAN's 10 member countries, only Singapore has announced its own sanctions against Russia, targeting banks and electronics exports - a rare move for the city-state. Cambodia PM condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z “For all member countries to benefit from economic integration, an all-inclusive manner is needed in ASEAN.” the statement said. Myanmar OKs use of Thai currency in border trade 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z According to Cambodian officials, Myanmar’s military have given permission for ASEAN’s envoy to meet with other members of Suu Kyi’s National League for Democracy party. ASEAN envoy for Myanmar crisis arrives on first mission 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z Cambodia is this year’s chair of the regional grouping, known as ASEAN. ASEAN members say summit with US is being rescheduled 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z According to Cambodian officials, Myanmar’s military has recently given permission for ASEAN’s envoy to meet with other members of Suu Kyi’s National League for Democracy party. ASEAN special envoy sets Myanmar visit for later this month 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z "We similarly have decided to invite a non-political representative from Burma to the summit. The regime has failed to make meaningful progress on ASEAN's Five-Point Consensus and should be held accountable," the official said. U.S. to invite 'non-political' Myanmar representative to summit with ASEAN 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z “No country should lag in regional economic integration. Sadly, some of ASEAN’s directions and actions appear mismatched on the ground,” it said. Myanmar OKs use of Thai currency in border trade 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z Myanmar had spurned an invitation to send a non-political representative instead of the military-appointed foreign minister, saying it “contradicts the principles and practice of equal representation in ASEAN.” ASEAN foreign ministers meet dominated by Myanmar’s absence 2022-02-17T05:00:00Z The White House last month had announced the March 28-29 summit as an opportunity to demonstrate the U.S. commitment to the bloc and a chance to mark 45 years of U.S.-ASEAN relations. ASEAN members say summit with US is being rescheduled 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z Myanmar's foreign ministry said in a statement this week it regretted ASEAN's decision to bar its representative, which it said contradicted the bloc's principle of equal representation. Myanmar crisis to overshadow ASEAN foreign ministers' talks 2022-02-16T05:00:00Z Myanmar's refusal to join is a setback for ASEAN's internationally-backed diplomatic effort to end a conflict that has killed hundreds of civilians, displaced more than 300,000 people, and triggered an exodus of foreign firms. Myanmar to skip ASEAN ministerial meeting, Cambodia says 2022-02-15T05:00:00Z “In this regard, Myanmar’s inability to participate or even designate a non-political representative … is inevitable since it contradicts the principles and practice of equal representation in ASEAN.” Myanmar says it won’t attend ASEAN foreign ministers meeting 2022-02-14T05:00:00Z In October, Cambodia took over ASEAN’s presidency and in mid-December Prime Minister Hun Sen appointed the country’s foreign minister, Prak Sokhonn to be the regional group’s Myanmar envoy. China: UN council should try to avoid civil war on Myanmar 2022-01-28T05:00:00Z The disagreement indicates a challenging year ahead for ASEAN, threatening more exposure of its internal fissures and endangering the grouping's credibility as its internationally-backed Myanmar peace effort falters. Discord over Myanmar as ASEAN postpones year's first meeting 2022-01-17T05:00:00Z Locsin said the Philippines will push for progress in ASEAN's five-point consensus on the crisis in Myanmar, an agreement that includes peace talks, ceasing hostilities, and allowing humanitarian aid. Philippines says 'indispensable' Suu Kyi must be involved in Myanmar peace process 2022-01-16T05:00:00Z "Myanmar's inability to participate or even designate a non-political representative ... is inevitable since it contradicts the principles and practice of equal representation in ASEAN," its foreign ministry said on Monday. Myanmar to skip ASEAN ministerial meeting, Cambodia says 2022-02-15T05:00:00Z As for regional diplomacy, Hun Sen, the prime minister of Cambodia — chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations this year — recently visited Naypyidaw, Myanmar’s capital, ostensibly to promote ASEAN’s mediation plan. Opinion | As a civil war smolders, Myanmar’s military fans the flames 2022-01-10T05:00:00Z From Liverpool, Blinken will travel to the capitals of ASEAN’s three largest nations, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, before returning to Washington by way of Hawaii late next week. Blinken faces global challenges in round-the-world trip 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z In October, Cambodia took over as chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, giving Hun Sen major influence over the 10-member group. Cambodia’s premier to visit military-led Myanmar next month 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z The action was a rebuke for Myanmar’s failure to cooperate with ASEAN’s modest efforts to help restore peace and stability to the strife-torn country. Cambodia promotes shared growth at virtual Asia-Europe meet 2021-11-25T05:00:00Z Xi made the remarks Monday during a virtual conference with the 10 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, marking the 30th anniversary of relations between the sides. Xi says China will not seek dominance over Southeast Asia 2021-11-21T05:00:00Z China "would maintain the non-political representative principle applied by ASEAN", the regional diplomat said, citing Sun. EXCLUSIVE ASEAN states object as China lobbies for Myanmar junta to join summit: sources 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, has sought to mediate a solution to the violent conflict, but Myanmar’s leaders have been uncooperative. Ex-US ambassador to UN Bill Richardson ends Myanmar visit 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z ASEAN, under the guidance of its now former chair Brunei, took the unprecedented step of not allowing Min Aung Hlaing to attend its annual summit meeting in October. Cambodia’s premier to visit military-led Myanmar next month 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z Warning Myanmar was on the “brink of civil war”, Prak Sokhonn said Cambodia would appoint a new special envoy to Myanmar to start work early next year when it takes the reins of ASEAN. New ASEAN chair Cambodia to keep pressure on Myanmar junta 2021-10-28T04:00:00Z “I want you all to hear directly from me the importance the United States places on its relationship with ASEAN,” Biden said. US, China, Russia join Asia summit amid regional disputes 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z While planning to provide a modest sum to promote trade with ASEAN, Biden has given no sign of any plan to return to a regional trade framework Trump withdrew from in 2017. Biden joins U.S.-ASEAN summit Trump skipped after 2017 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Of the total, $40 million will go to an initiative to help address the current COVID-19 pandemic and strengthen ASEAN's ability to prevent, detect and respond to future outbreaks of infectious diseases, it said. Biden to announce up to $102 mln in funding for U.S.-ASEAN partnership 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Hun Sen, speaking Monday at a road inauguration in Cambodia’s eastern Prey Veng province, explained his position on Myanmar’s place in ASEAN, and why its leader should be allowed to attend next year’s summit. Cambodia’s premier to visit military-led Myanmar next month 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z The diplomats said the next test of ASEAN’s resolve to exclude the junta will be a China-ASEAN summit next month, which Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to attend. New ASEAN chair Cambodia to keep pressure on Myanmar junta 2021-10-28T04:00:00Z The issue may be raised during a separate meeting Wednesday between Australia’s leader and ASEAN. US, China, Russia join Asia summit amid regional disputes 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Myanmar’s Foreign Ministry vowed late Monday to challenge ASEAN’s unprecedented move to downgrade its participation in the three-day summit, which is being held by video due to coronavirus concerns. Myanmar skips ASEAN summit to protest general’s exclusion 2021-10-25T04:00:00Z ASEAN’s unprecedented sanctioning of Myanmar strayed from its bedrock principles of non-interference in each other’s domestic affairs and deciding by consensus, meaning just one member can effectively shoot down a group decision. ASEAN leaders hold summit with Myanmar’s general shut out 2021-10-24T04:00:00Z Myanmar said the declaration, issued by ASEAN’s current chair, Brunei, violated the charter of the group, to which it belongs. Myanmar upset its military leader barred from regional meet 2021-10-22T04:00:00Z The junta said after the meeting that the ASEAN's decision went against its longtime principles. Myanmar decries move to block junta leader from regional summit 2021-10-22T04:00:00Z Myanmar has refused to send a junior representative to the summit and slammed ASEAN’s move as going against the bloc’s principles of non-interference in each other’s affairs and decision-making by consensus. US, China, Russia join Asia summit amid regional disputes 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z ASEAN’s sanctioning of Myanmar marked a shift from the bloc’s bedrock principles of non-interference in each other’s domestic affairs and deciding by consensus. Myanmar skips ASEAN summit to protest general’s exclusion 2021-10-25T04:00:00Z The diplomat called ASEAN’s more forceful response “a paradigm shift” but added its conservative principles would likely stay. ASEAN leaders hold summit with Myanmar’s general shut out 2021-10-24T04:00:00Z “ASEAN’s announcement that the junta will not be welcome at its upcoming summit denies the junta the … legitimacy,” he said Monday. Official: US at turning point in dealing with Myanmar crisis 2021-10-21T04:00:00Z Blocking Min Aung Hlaing was a big step for ASEAN, whose members have longed pursued a policy of staying out of each other’s affairs and have discouraged sanctions and other measures to isolate Myanmar. ASEAN summit without Myanmar leader significant, but not enough - U.S. 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z While respecting ASEAN’s principle of non-interference, the bloc said it must also strike a balance in terms of rule of law, good governance, democracy and constitutional government in Myanmar’s situation. US, China, Russia join Asia summit amid regional disputes 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Myanmar cited the violation of those principles — enshrined in the group’s charter — when it rejected ASEAN’s ban on its military leader from the summit. Myanmar skips ASEAN summit to protest general’s exclusion 2021-10-25T04:00:00Z “We’re not trying to compete with them. We want to work with them and we want to find ways in which the Quad as a grouping can work with ASEAN,” he said. U.S. says delivering on vaccine pledge to Asia key to Quad credibility 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z But ASEAN-5 countries - Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand - still face “severe challenges” from a resurgent virus and weakness in service consumption, it said. IMF cuts Asia's growth forecast, warns of supply chain risks 2021-10-19T04:00:00Z The 10-member association, commonly known as ASEAN, rarely interferes in the affairs of member nations, but it appears to be making an exception with Myanmar. Myanmar Announces Amnesty for Thousands of Anti-Coup Protesters 2021-10-18T04:00:00Z Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan said on Twitter the outcome of the meeting was a “difficult but necessary decision to uphold ASEAN’s credibility”. Tradition vs credibility: Inside the SE Asian meet that snubbed Myanmar 2021-10-19T04:00:00Z Min Aung Hlaing was commenting on ASEAN’s decision on Friday to invite a non-political representative from Myanmar instead of a member of its ruling council to the bloc’s summit meeting later this month. Myanmar leader says ASEAN blind to opposition’s violence 2021-10-18T04:00:00Z The visit’s cancellation is likely to have fueled sentiment among some members of the 10-nation regional body, known as ASEAN, to punish Myanmar for hindering the envoy’s work. Envoy aborts visit to Myanmar, straining ASEAN relations 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z The IMF cut its forecast by 1.4 points for the "ASEAN-5" grouping of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. IMF cuts global growth outlook as supply bottlenecks hobble pandemic recovery 2021-10-12T04:00:00Z Aaron Connelly, a research fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies in Singapore, said that it was too soon to know whether the release of prisoners was a response to ASEAN’s seemingly tougher attitude. Myanmar Announces Amnesty for Thousands of Anti-Coup Protesters 2021-10-18T04:00:00Z He welcomed Yusof’s appointment but with ASEAN’s slow progress, he called for unified regional and international action to prevent the crisis from becoming a large-scale conflict and multi-faceted “catastrophe” in Southeast Asia and beyond. Malaysia warns Myanmar to cooperate with envoy or no summit 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z His urgent call for a united international and regional response indicates that with ASEAN’s slow movement, Guterres feels it is time for broader international action as well. UN chief urges united action to prevent Myanmar catastrophe 2021-09-29T04:00:00Z Schraner Burgener said she remains worried that the country will move in the direction of a civil war if the dialogue, which hopefully will start through ASEAN, “will not be successfully done.” UN envoy warns of Myanmar civil war if no successful talks 2021-08-10T04:00:00Z Neither ASEAN's secretariat nor the Brunei foreign ministry made any immediate comment. Myanmar civil society groups reject regional envoy 2021-08-06T04:00:00Z The envoy’s appointment was debated for months amid divisions within ASEAN. ASEAN appoints Brunei's Erywan Yusof as envoy to Myanmar-sources 2021-08-04T04:00:00Z Indonesian Foreign Secretary Retno Marsudi said after Monday’s meeting that if Myanmar would not respond to ASEAN’s calls, her country will continue to voice its concerns. Diplomats: ASEAN waiting on Myanmar approval of envoy 2021-08-02T04:00:00Z Mr. Blinken tried to hold a video conference with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, in May. After Years of Chinese Influence, U.S. Tries to Renew Ties in Southeast Asia 2021-07-27T04:00:00Z "Similar dynamics are at work in the ASEAN-5 group...where recent infection waves are causing a drag on activity," it said. IMF cuts emerging Asia growth forecast on COVID-19 resurgence 2021-07-27T04:00:00Z “We reiterated our strong support for the ASEAN’s five principles,” Lavrov said. Russia, Indonesia talk up ASEAN’s consensus on Myanmar peace 2021-07-06T04:00:00Z The leaders agreed on what they called a “Five-Point Consensus,” including the immediate cessation of violence, constructive dialogue to find a peaceful solution and ASEAN’s appointment of a special envoy to facilitate mediation. Confident in Its Impunity, the Myanmar Junta Ignores Diplomacy 2021-06-24T04:00:00Z After arriving late Monday in Vietnam, Raab is to hold bilateral talks with Vietnamese officials Tuesday and speak at an event held by the 10-country Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN. British FM heads to Southeast Asia looking for closer ties 2021-06-21T04:00:00Z The state-run Global New Light of Myanmar said the meeting covered "implementation of the recommendation of initial survey of ASEAN" and "terror acts" by junta opponents and the army's plan to hold elections. Regional envoys urged Myanmar junta to free prisoners, follow agreement 2021-06-07T04:00:00Z Brunei is taking the lead in negotiating with the Myanmar junta because it currently holds ASEAN’s rotating chairmanship. ASEAN representatives meet Myanmar junta leader 2021-06-04T04:00:00Z The agreement “provides essential guarantees of fair competition for our European airlines and industry, while strengthening reciprocal prospects for trade and investment,” said Adina Valean, the European Commissioner for Transport, according to ASEAN’s statement. EU, ASEAN conclude landmark air transport agreement 2021-06-04T04:00:00Z An Indonesian diplomat familiar with the Myanmar issue said Wednesday that Brunei, which currently holds ASEAN’s rotating presidency, will send Second Foreign Minister Erywan Yusof to meet the junta on Saturday. Indonesia calls on ASEAN to appoint envoy for Myanmar 2021-06-02T04:00:00Z “ASEAN is haemorrhaging. There is a lot of intra-ASEAN diplomatic sniping. There is unhappiness all around,” said one source familiar with negotiations. Exclusive-Amid divisions, cccleaders plan Myanmar visit this week 2021-06-01T04:00:00Z A spokesman for Indonesia’s foreign ministry said he was unaware of the letter and referred Reuters to ASEAN. Southeast Asian nations oppose arms embargo on Myanmar -report 2021-05-28T04:00:00Z Ambassador James Roscoe said after the Security Council briefing on Friday that it was "deeply concerning" that Min Aung Hlaing did not plan to immediately implement ASEAN's recommended steps to end the crisis. Myanmar risks coming to standstill as violence worsens -U.N. envoy 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z The EU is its third largest source of foreign investment and its third largest trading partner, according to ASEAN. EU, ASEAN conclude landmark air transport agreement 2021-06-04T04:00:00Z “The suggestions would be positively considered if it ... serves the interests of the country and was based on purposes and principles enshrined in” ASEAN, it said in a statement published on Tuesday. Myanmar's junta to 'positively' consider ASEAN suggestion on ending crisis 2021-04-27T04:00:00Z All four diplomatic sources said Indonesia and Thailand, two of ASEAN’s most important members, were at loggerheads over the envoy. Exclusive-Amid divisions, cccleaders plan Myanmar visit this week 2021-06-01T04:00:00Z Joshua Kurlantzick, senior fellow for Southeast Asia at the Washington-based Council on Foreign Relations, welcomed ASEAN's change in tone and its action plan. Analysis: On Myanmar, ASEAN pushes boundaries of "non-interference" 2021-04-26T04:00:00Z “Will the killing stop? Will the terrorizing of neighborhoods end? Will the thousands abducted be released? Will impunity persist? Anxious to work w ASEAN’s Spec Envoy & monitor Summit’s actual results,” he wrote Sunday on Twitter. Myanmar protests continue after ASEAN peace initiative 2021-04-26T04:00:00Z "China will maintain close communication with ASEAN, and continue to handle any work related to Myanmar in its own way," said China's State Councillor Wang Yi, who is also foreign minister. Regional NGOs urge ASEAN to include ousted Myanmar lawmakers in crisis summit 2021-04-23T04:00:00Z “China will maintain close communication with ASEAN, and continue to handle any work related to Myanmar in its own way.” Senior Chinese diplomat hopes ASEAN summit helps with Myanmar 'soft landing' 2021-04-23T04:00:00Z The military regime’s position undermined ASEAN’s claim of a unified position, but also reflected diplomatic realities given Myanmar’s membership of the bloc, diplomats and analysts said. Exclusive-Amid divisions, cccleaders plan Myanmar visit this week 2021-06-01T04:00:00Z Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told the council Monday that it should look to the Southeast Asian nations group — ASEAN, for short — on Myanmar. Former UN leader presses for ‘strong action’ on Myanmar 2021-04-19T04:00:00Z China said it welcomed the meeting, which it called “a good start for all parties to promote an open and inclusive ‘ASEAN approach’ to de-escalate the situation in Myanmar.” Myanmar protests continue after ASEAN peace initiative 2021-04-26T04:00:00Z “ASEAN should immediately engage with national unity government to end the violence and restore democracy in Myanmar,” said Dr. Sasa, who goes by only one name. Exclusive: Southeast Asian nations weigh aid mission to Myanmar 2021-04-16T04:00:00Z ASEAN, currently chaired by Brunei, also faces internal divisions in agreeing on significant action against Myanmar. UN official: Myanmar people want UN sanctions, peacekeepers 2021-03-19T04:00:00Z The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, convened a virtual meeting on March 2 to discuss Myanmar. Escalating violence ups pressure for Myanmar sanctions 2021-03-06T05:00:00Z Guterres called ASEAN’s role “crucial” and called for “a robust international response grounded on a unified regional effort.” Former UN leader presses for ‘strong action’ on Myanmar 2021-04-19T04:00:00Z Snubbing ASEAN’s appeal, Myanmar’s security forces on Wednesday continued to attack peaceful protesters. Myanmar forces use violence again against protesters 2021-03-03T05:00:00Z Snubbing ASEAN’s appeal, Myanmar’s security forces on Wednesday continued to attack peaceful protesters. Myanmar forces use violence again against protesters 2021-03-03T05:00:00Z ASEAN’s meeting drew criticism from inside Myanmar, with concerns it would legitimise the junta and not help the country. More demonstrations in Myanmar as ASEAN diplomatic effort stalls 2021-03-03T05:00:00Z “ASEAN considers it imperative that it play a role in resolving the crisis in Myanmar,” Darusman said. Escalating violence ups pressure for Myanmar sanctions 2021-03-06T05:00:00Z ASEAN’s policy of seeking a consensus among its members also makes it unlikely to take strong action. Myanmar protesters return to streets as crackdown continues 2021-03-01T05:00:00Z “ASEAN must understand that the coup or the re-election promised by the military junta is utterly unacceptable to the people of Myanmar,” it said it a letter to ASEAN. Southeast Asian ministers prepare for Myanmar talks as crisis intensifies 2021-03-02T05:00:00Z ASEAN’s foundation is “noninterference” in members’ domestic affairs. ‘State of emergency’: Asian neighbors outrage over coup in Myanmar far more muted 2021-02-10T05:00:00Z These started in 2018 when Trump did not attend the U.S.-ASEAN summit. Vaccines, not spy planes: U.S. misfires in Southeast Asia 2020-10-27T04:00:00Z “And it is indispensable for Japan to strengthen cooperation with the EU, Britain, Australia and ASEAN.” US, Australia, India, Japan to discuss China’s growing power 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z He accused the U.S. of driving a wedge between China and rival South China Sea claimant states and of undercutting Chinese attempts to resolve disputes through ASEAN. US envoy accuses China of insincerity toward Southeast Asia 2020-09-15T04:00:00Z The drills “further complicate the situation, and are detrimental to the relationship between China and ASEAN,” she added. Vietnam protests Chinese military drills in South China Sea 2020-07-02T04:00:00Z They then applauded and cheered, “Stay strong Wuhan, stay strong China, stay strong ASEAN,” referring to the Chinese city where the virus emerged in December. ASEAN diplomats praise China’s handling of virus outbreak 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z It quoted an unidentified Japanese official as saying China’s goal was tie ASEAN’s hands with rules that suit Beijing and eliminate or restrict outside influence. Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea 2019-12-09T05:00:00Z The U.S. and Australia would favor the idea, but Japan and India are ambivalent and so is ASEAN, he said. US, Australia, India, Japan to discuss China’s growing power 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z But human rights advocates say that ASEAN’s neighborliness should not be used to justify strong-arm politics. With a Smile, Southeast Asian Nations Protect an Authoritarian 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z Because of the downgrade in the U.S. delegation, only three of the 10 regional leaders would join the usual U.S.-ASEAN meeting, a Thai government spokesperson said. Asia-wide trade pact on course despite India, Thailand says 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z Thailand, which currently chairs ASEAN, said this month market access talks were 80.4% complete and members had agreed on 14 of a total of 20 chapters. U.S.-China tensions spur progress on giant Asia trade pact 2019-10-29T04:00:00Z She said the drills were not a cause for concern for Beijing, which she said planned to eventually expand the “subjects and scope” of its own naval drills with ASEAN. U.S. Will Drill With Southeast Asian Navies, Echoing Move by China 2019-09-01T04:00:00Z In addition to skipping the Assn. of Southeast Asian Nations conference, or ASEAN, North Korea launched two ballistic missile tests during the summit. North Korea is a no-show at Asian summit, snubbing Trump administration again 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z “The embassy of Cambodia in Jakarta requests Indonesian authorities to arrest Mu Sochua and deport her to Cambodia immediately in the true spirit of ASEAN,” the statement said. With a Smile, Southeast Asian Nations Protect an Authoritarian 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z ASEAN’s own most pressing concern arguably involves Beijing’s expansive territorial claims in the South China Sea, which pits it against the claims of Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia and Brunei. Top diplomats gather in Bangkok for key Asia-Pacific talks 2019-07-29T04:00:00Z “ASEAN seems intent on discussing the future of the Rohingya without condemning – or even acknowledging – the Myanmar military’s ethnic cleansing campaign against them,” said Brad Adams, the Asia director of the Human Rights Watch. ASEAN must not turn a blind eye to plight of Rohingya, groups say 2019-06-19T04:00:00Z It was in the interests of ASEAN, whose meetings are being held under the theme of sustainability this year, to ban waste trading, said a Thai environmental group. Southeast Asia should ban foreign trash imports: environmentalists 2019-06-18T04:00:00Z Many diplomats and rights activists say ASEAN’s credibility is at risk if it fails to tackle the matter head-on. Rohingya crisis, Suu Kyi under the microscope at Southeast Asia summit 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z I want to position Malaysia as the leader in ASEAN. Boy wins fame for deleted zombie game 2018-11-02T04:00:00Z The EU remains interested in a deal with ASEAN, after talks were shelved in 2009. EU to sign trade deal with Singapore, eyes deeper Asia ties 2018-10-19T04:00:00Z Mostly Buddhist Myanmar is a member of ASEAN. ASEAN must not turn a blind eye to plight of Rohingya, groups say 2019-06-19T04:00:00Z U.S. engagement with ASEAN, which was pushed hard by the Obama administration, has slipped under President Donald Trump. Malaysia, Cambodia offer 2 Asian narratives of change at UN 2018-09-27T04:00:00Z ASEAN’s Muslim-majority members - Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei - tend to take the toughest line on the Rohingya question, while Myanmar has close regional allies in Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam. Rohingya crisis, Suu Kyi under the microscope at Southeast Asia summit 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z “We are concerned about the possibility that any foreign power, be it American, Russian, Chinese may bring nuclear warheads into our territory and into ASEAN,” Roque said. Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea 2018-08-27T04:00:00Z “ASEAN says the problem needs to be addressed,” she said, referring to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Southeast Asia's plastic 'addiction' blights world's oceans 2018-06-05T04:00:00Z “The looming trade dispute is a growing concern for export-oriented economies in ASEAN,” said Chen Chen Lee, director of policy programs at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs, a think tank. U.S.-China Trade Spat Puts Southeast Asian Leaders on Edge 2018-04-28T04:00:00Z But Cambodia is unlikely to face any criticism from ASEAN, which includes one-party states Laos and Vietnam, as well as Thailand, a military dictatorship. Southeast Asian nations watching China-U.S. trade tiff warily, but reluctant to speak out 2018-04-27T04:00:00Z The leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, are meeting Thursday in New Delhi to observe 25 years of ties between India and the 10-nation bloc. Southeast Asian leaders celebrate ties with India 2018-01-24T05:00:00Z The grouping, known as ASEAN, includes four of the six governments claiming waters and islands in the South China Sea. Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea 2017-11-12T05:00:00Z He will attend a meeting from Monday to Wednesday of defense ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, known as ASEAN, in the Philippines. Defense chief Mattis in Asia, will discuss North Korea crisis with allies 2017-10-22T04:00:00Z Malaysia said Sunday the statement misrepresents the reality of the situation, omits reference to Rohingya Muslims and was not based on consensus — a rare public spat in ASEAN, which prides itself on consensus. Philippines accepts Malaysia’s rejection of ASEAN statement 2017-09-25T04:00:00Z The statement was issued separately, rather than included in ASEAN's customary communique at the end of the foreign ministers meeting. Southeast Asian states say Korea standoff threatens global peace 2017-08-05T04:00:00Z Public traffic was only stopped when the foreign ministers from the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations, known as ASEAN, arrived mid-morning Saturday. The Latest: Southeast Asian diplomats open talks in Manila 2017-08-04T04:00:00Z The Philippines, the head of ASEAN’s rotational chairmanship, said member states of the 10-nation regional bloc have to consult each other but thanked Trump for the offer. Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea 2017-11-12T05:00:00Z He will attend a meeting from Monday to Wednesday of defense ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, known as ASEAN, in the Philippines. Defense chief Mattis in Asia, will discuss North Korea crisis with allies 2017-10-22T04:00:00Z The Philippines plays host as this year’s chairman of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN. Sea dispute, N. Korea, Muslim militants top ASEAN meetings 2017-08-04T04:00:00Z The statement was issued separately, rather than included in ASEAN's customary communique at the end of the foreign ministers meeting. Southeast Asian states say Korea standoff threatens global peace 2017-08-05T04:00:00Z India and ASEAN, a club of South-East Asian countries, are also working on their own rules. Green bonds channel private-sector funding to the climate 2017-06-08T04:00:00Z As a sign of expanding business interests between the two countries, the Washington-based U.S.-ASEAN Business Council is hosting a formal dinner reception. Nguyen Huan Phuc, Vietnam prime minister, to meet Trump at White House 2017-05-30T04:00:00Z They would also get a huge break on tariffs when exported to Thailand’s neighbors, thanks to a trade deal among the 10 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN. American icon Harley-Davidson opening plant in Thailand for overseas kick-start 2017-05-24T04:00:00Z "ASEAN is in a precarious position now with the concessions, accommodation and even appeasement with China," Thitinan said. Asian nations pulled into China's orbit as Trump puts America first 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z It is the first to Southeast Asia by a top administration official, and Pence announced Trump will attend the annual summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, in November. Nervous about China, Southeast Asia gets Trump’s attention 2017-04-19T04:00:00Z To counter that, “countries must sign trade agreements, which we did, between Europe and Singapore and between Europe and ASEAN,” he said. Hollande: Europe can beat protectionism by working with Asia 2017-03-27T04:00:00Z Lee said Singapore and Vietnam, both members of regional group ASEAN, share an interest in the peaceful settlement of disputes in the South China Sea. Singapore prime minister visits Vietnam to boost ties 2017-03-22T04:00:00Z Philippine Foreign Secretary Perfecto Yasay did not say what provoked the concern but said the 10-member Association of South East Asian Nations, or ASEAN, hoped China and the United States would ensure peace and stability. Exclusive: China finishing South China Sea buildings that could house missiles - U.S. officials 2017-02-21T05:00:00Z “I don’t see him taking that much of an interest certainly in foreign policy in general and almost certainly not ASEAN” — the 10-nation Association of Southeast Asian Nations. 'Trump in Asia:' Region poised for change as new era dawns 2017-01-23T05:00:00Z It is extremely rare for ASEAN, the 10-nation regional body representing South East Asia, to discuss the affairs of a member country. Amnesty accuses Myanmar military of 'crimes against humanity' - BBC News 2016-12-18T05:00:00Z ASEAN, short for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is a 10-nation bloc that operates by consensus. Hollande: Europe can beat protectionism by working with Asia 2017-03-27T04:00:00Z He is also viewed as more aligned with China’s policies, which would complicate his relations in ASEAN. What the World Thinks About the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election 2016-11-08T05:00:00Z Carter’s speech was meant to set the scene for a meeting Friday in Hawaii with his counterparts from the 10 member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN. The U.S. Looks to "Sharpen Military Might” in Asia Pacific 2016-09-30T04:00:00Z Chamber of Commerce and the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council — a group that supports American business ties with Southeast Asia. Sanctions relief on agenda as Myanmar's Suu Kyi meets Obama 2016-09-14T04:00:00Z ASEAN’s most isolated state is also one of its most authoritarian, though Laos was thrown into the international spotlight when it was made bloc chair for 2016. Obama's 'Rebalancing' to Asia Falters in Sleepy Laos 2016-09-07T04:00:00Z All of the countries are members of the 10-nation ASEAN, which treads a delicate path with the emerging superpower. Philippines shows photos of Chinese ships in disputed sea 2016-09-07T04:00:00Z In the new cathedrals, the “ASEAN way” prevails. Agreeing to agree 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z "In Laos, we bring 7-8 companies to the table compared with 30-40 companies that Vietnam brings. But China- that's a totally different ball game," said Anthony Nelson, director of the U.S.-ASEAN business council. As Obama heads to Laos, signs of a tilt away from China 2016-08-27T04:00:00Z After ASEAN’s failure to rebuke China, those three countries issued a joint statement in Vientiane saying they strongly oppose “any coercive unilateral actions that could alter the status quo and increase tensions.” Analysis: China emerges more muscular after ASEAN meetings 2016-07-27T04:00:00Z Anthony Nelson, a director at the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council, says American companies have $226 billion invested in ASEAN, which is more than they have in China, India and Japan combined. Obama's 'Rebalancing' to Asia Falters in Sleepy Laos 2016-09-07T04:00:00Z Hours after the Philippines released the pictures, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, met with Li and his aides. Philippines shows photos of Chinese ships in disputed sea 2016-09-07T04:00:00Z That is how, for years, Myanmar’s oppressive generals were allowed to run their country into the ground with not a peep from fellow members of ASEAN. Agreeing to agree 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z Instead, it fell upon ASEAN's allies to rush to their support. US, Japan, Australia step in for weak SEAsia to chide China 2016-07-26T04:00:00Z Instead, it fell upon ASEAN’s allies to rush to their support. US, Japan, Australia step in for weak SEAsia to chide China 2016-07-25T04:00:00Z In another display of the high stakes at play, the host of the talks, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, issued a statement that carefully avoided the July 12 court ruling against Beijing. The first new rule for South China Sea talks: Don’t talk about the South China Sea 2016-07-25T04:00:00Z “China didn’t create the disunity in ASEAN, but it does exploit the divisions and uses its economic clout to try to get its way,” Storey said. U.S. ‘hypocrisy’ and Chinese cash strengthen Beijing’s hand in South China Sea 2016-06-18T04:00:00Z For now, it suits the great powers to court ASEAN, taking part in its forums and indulging its notions of centrality. Agreeing to agree 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z China will seek to lure the EU as a whole away from following America’s China policies; and, as it does with ASEAN, it will seek to exploit internal tensions. The lost continent 2016-06-16T04:00:00Z The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs study forecasts the employment and skills outlook for 15 major economies and economic areas, including ASEAN. The Next Industrial Revolution Is Coming to Southeast Asia 2016-05-28T04:00:00Z The news broke just as Obama was completing two days of talks with 10 leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, at the Sunnylands retreat in California. U.S. to have ‘very serious conversation’ with China over suspected South China Sea missile deployment 2016-02-17T05:00:00Z "It's not like it's our turn to host a summit. He just met with all these leaders in November and launched the U.S.-ASEAN strategic partnership," he said. Obama hosts ASEAN summit, a first in the U.S. 2016-02-15T05:00:00Z And, for ASEAN, a scintilla of influence is preferable to none at all. Agreeing to agree 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z Cynicism about Europe is especially acute within ASEAN, the Association of South-East Asian Nations. The lost continent 2016-06-16T04:00:00Z But the U.S. faces an uphill battle to forge unity among ASEAN’s members, which includes poor nations such as Cambodia and Laos that are heavily influenced by China and are not party to the dispute. Strongmen to predominate at Obama’s SE Asia summit 2016-02-15T05:00:00Z But for ASEAN, obsessed with process more than with destinations, that may be just fine, with America remaining a hedge against China. Of Yorkies and Great Danes 2016-02-11T05:00:00Z ASEAN, though, is much less cohesive than the EU and doesn't have a common currency like the euro or a common legislative body like the European Parliament. Obama hosts ASEAN summit, a first in the U.S. 2016-02-15T05:00:00Z China’s expanding presence in the contested South China Sea, international economic trade issues and ASEAN’s integration as a potential political and economic bloc are also expected to be addressed at the summit. Obama takes heat for inviting Prayuth Chan-ocha, Thailand coup leader, to summit 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z South-East Asian claimants in the sea—the Philippines, Vietnam, Brunei and Malaysia—have hoped that their regional club, ASEAN, can show a united front. Making a splash 2016-01-28T05:00:00Z Most ASEAN members submitted proposals to cut emissions for discussion in Paris. Best-laid plans 2015-11-26T05:00:00Z "ASEAN integration will help balance the economic power of China and India," Plummer said. SE Asia formally creates regional economic community, but it's still not a 'finished article' 2015-11-22T05:00:00Z Ever since, ASEAN, and in particular Indonesia, the biggest source of the haze, have been promising to tackle it. Hazing rituals 2015-09-10T04:00:00Z The U.S.-ASEAN Summit comes amid rising regional concerns over indigenous Islamist guerrillas in Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand and their possible links with the Syria-based Islamic State. Obama takes heat for inviting Prayuth Chan-ocha, Thailand coup leader, to summit 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z The unprecedented summit is a symbolic demonstration of American support for ASEAN. Making a splash 2016-01-28T05:00:00Z The money from that—plus Brunei’s firm support for ASEAN, the ten-member Association of South-East Asian Nations eyeing closer integration—lends the country of about 400,000 a clout that belies its size. All pray and no work 2015-08-13T04:00:00Z Territorial disputes are threatening to disrupt negotiations at the meeting of the Assn. of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, in Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. Island building in disputed sea? China doesn't want to talk about it 2015-08-04T04:00:00Z However, ASEAN’s efforts have tested the organisation’s aspiration to become more than a talking-shop among governments and to forge a co-operative “community”. Hazing rituals 2015-09-10T04:00:00Z But whereas in the EU you might relocate a Polish welder to work in Manchester, that’s much harder to do in ASEAN. What Do CEO's Think About The ASEAN Opportunity? 2015-07-23T04:00:00Z "If the United States is too tough on China, then we run the risk of losing some of the members, especially ASEAN." China, U.S. tone down rhetoric but far from South China Sea solution 2015-05-30T04:00:00Z Malaysia is the chair of the 10-nation grouping of Southeast Asian countries known as ASEAN. Malaysia, Indonesia to offer temporary shelter to migrants 2015-05-20T04:00:00Z Malaysia is the current chair of the 10-nation grouping of Southeast Asian countries known as ASEAN. As crisis over migrants grows, Malaysia and Myanmar to talk 2015-05-21T04:00:00Z Foreign Minister Anifah Aman told reporters that Malaysia, as current chair of ASEAN, was hoping to discuss the crisis with Myanmar "before it is brought to the international level". Pressure mounts on Myanmar over Asia 'boat people' crisis 2015-05-17T04:00:00Z Indeed, many interviewed for the report noted a lack of awareness among mid-sized companies about opportunities elsewhere in ASEAN. What Do CEO's Think About The ASEAN Opportunity? 2015-07-23T04:00:00Z Closest to home, the approach entails a more hard-nosed view of ASEAN. A thousand jilted friends 2015-04-30T04:00:00Z Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei said that China was "extremely concerned" that the closing statement addressed the South China Sea issue, which he said was not a problem between China and ASEAN. China 'extremely concerned' by ASEAN statement on disputed sea 2015-04-28T04:00:00Z And so it’s no accident that English is the only official language of ASEAN, the regional grouping of Southeast Asian nations. Why Mandarin Won't Be a Lingua Franca 2014-11-14T05:00:00Z Ministers from the 10-member Assn. of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, issued a statement expressing concern about the growing friction with China and called for increased talks with Beijing. Chinese fighter jet intercepted Navy sub-hunter plane in South China Sea 2014-08-22T04:00:00Z He was speaking in Naypyidaw, Myanmar’s capital, where the ten foreign ministers of ASEAN, the Association of South-East Asian Nations, were holding their annual meeting. Future tense 2014-08-14T04:00:00Z Two officials who spoke on the condition of anonymity to describe Kerry’s closed-door meetings denied that the two powers are trying to line up partisans at ASEAN. U.S., China tussle over sea claims The rancor over the disputed sea has split ASEAN, with several states including some of the claimant nations reluctant to jeopardize rising trade and investment ties with China. U.S. to monitor South China Sea, talks with Australia on regional defense 2014-08-11T04:00:00Z When Myanmar was awarded the rotating chairmanship of ASEAN, it was hailed as one of many firsts for the country that ended a half-century of military rule in 2011. South China Sea, Myanmar likely topics at talks 2014-08-08T04:00:00Z Yet he also acknowledged that Indonesia should play the role of mediator in the disputes if “it benefits our friends in ASEAN.” The U.S. and Indonesia Need to Hold Back China in the South China Sea 2014-08-01T04:00:00Z And China is probably right in thinking there is little appetite in America, and even less in ASEAN, for anything more vigorous. Future tense 2014-08-14T04:00:00Z Abe stressed that Japan's alliance with close security ally the United States was the cornerstone of stability in the region, but also said Tokyo sought closer partnerships with Asian countries including Australia, India and ASEAN. In dig at China, Japan PM says supports SE Asia on freedom of sea, air 2014-05-30T04:00:00Z The newcomers’ poverty and their governments’ weak capacities hamper a central objective of ASEAN’s: the establishment of an “ASEAN community”. Getting in the way 2014-05-15T04:00:00Z China's foreign ministry, in a statement late on Saturday, said the issue was not "a problem between China and ASEAN". Sea row not a problem between China and Southeast Asia group, Beijing says 2014-05-11T05:13:21Z Hagel travels to China after next week visiting Hawaii, where he will host defense ministers from ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Hagel, ahead of China trip, urges military restraint in cyberspace 2014-03-28T21:52:46Z American officials saw the inclusion of the phrase as a sign that ASEAN’s members were readier to present a united front against Chinese aggression towards rival claimants to territory in the sea. Future tense 2014-08-14T04:00:00Z A spokesman for Temasek declined to comment on the talks, but added, "We are a long-term investor in Asia including in ASEAN." Exclusive: Temasek seeks to sell $3.1 billion stake in Thailand's Shin Corp to SingTel - sources 2014-02-18T10:50:50Z So 2015 should be seen not as a deadline, but a milestone—as always in ASEAN, as part of a process, not a finishing line. Getting in the way 2014-05-15T04:00:00Z A spokesman for Temasek Holdings declined to comment on the talks, but added, "We are a long term investor in Asia including in ASEAN." Exclusive: Temasek seeks to sell $3.1 billion stake in Thailand's Shin Corp to SingTel - sources 2014-02-18T05:29:09Z Serial human rights abuses, however, haven't stopped other Southeast Asian countries from chairing ASEAN. Myanmar takes long-awaited ASEAN chair, but can it cope? 2013-10-10T11:44:08Z China has resisted discussing the territorial issue with the 10-member ASEAN, preferring to settle disputes in the South China Sea through negotiations with individual claimants. U.S., Japan press China on South China Sea dispute 2013-10-10T01:25:46Z Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei said China views the move as a breach of a 2002 declaration between China and ASEAN. Philippines South China Sea legal case against China gathers pace 2013-09-27T09:12:29Z “ASEAN should put pressure on the government of Myanmar to take firm steps against the violence and prejudice on the Rohingya and other Muslims.” Burma's Muslim-Buddhist Conflict Spreads to Indonesia 2013-08-08T05:35:30Z China also succeeded in securing ASEAN's agreement to involve a board of experts such as academics and former diplomats - so-called "eminent persons" - in guiding the process. Rivals play down China's overture in S.China Sea, no breakthrough 2013-07-03T05:31:17Z Ian Storey, a senior fellow at the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies in Singapore, said the talks were an encouraging sign that China was finally willing to talk about the code with ASEAN. Kerry presses China, Southeast Asia to ease sea tensions 2013-07-01T08:58:10Z The long U.S.-Myanmar estrangement was a drag on America's relations with ASEAN, the 10-nation Southeast Asian regional grouping that looks to Washington as a counterbalance to the more assertive China of recent years. Obama urges Myanmar to stop violence against Muslims 2013-05-21T00:25:31Z Except for China and Taiwan, all the claimants are members of ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Insight: China consolidates sea claims as Asian diplomacy struggles 2013-04-22T21:16:30Z Obama is expected to raise Asia's divisive territorial disputes in closed-door meetings later on Tuesday at the East Asia Summit which also includes leaders from ASEAN, India, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand. Asia tensions loom as Obama meets Japan, China leaders 2012-11-20T05:46:19Z The countries announced the start of the process at a meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, in Cambodia, where Obama is visiting Phnom Penh for a regional summit. U.S., southeast Asian nations start trade initiative 2012-11-19T22:58:19Z The 10-member ASEAN includes important U.S. allies, such as Singapore and Indonesia, the world’s largest Islamic country. Forget the Fiscal Cliff: Why President Obama is in Asia 2012-11-19T09:05:23Z Defense Secretary Leon Panetta recently met in Washington with his counterpart from Japan, he called again for a “code of conduct” to be set up, especially between China and ASEAN. Why Asia's Maritime Disputes Are Not Just About China 2012-08-20T05:35:24Z Natalegawa suggested the bloc would release some kind of statement that would detail six "all-weather" principles of ASEAN, without referring to specific incidents in the South China Sea. ASEAN to claim "common ground" on South China Sea, but no communiqué 2012-07-20T08:20:30Z "It was one of the most heated meetings in the history of ASEAN," one diplomat said. "ASEAN Way" founders in South China Sea storm 2012-07-17T09:47:04Z "ASEAN is the United States' fourth largest export market and fifth largest trade partner," the White House said in a statement. U.S., southeast Asian nations start trade initiative 2012-11-19T22:58:19Z A recent report from IHS Global Insight pointed out that the combined GDP of ASEAN, at $2.3 trillion, is bigger than India’s. Forget the Fiscal Cliff: Why President Obama is in Asia 2012-11-19T09:05:23Z "The United States is going to be very clear in our determination to see progress on the code of conduct between those negotiations that are taking place between China and ASEAN," a senior U.S. Clinton warns against threats in South China Sea dispute 2012-07-12T07:06:30Z "What the Philippines wants to do runs counter to the common interest of ASEAN, and will not be echoed by many other countries," the paper said. China paper accuses Manila over South China Sea "plot" 2012-07-03T01:57:20Z "China has now reached into ASEAN's inner sanctum and played on intra-ASEAN divisions." "ASEAN Way" founders in South China Sea storm 2012-07-17T09:47:04Z In resources, land, population, we are not the lowest in ASEAN. Burma starts work on its tattered image 2012-06-12T16:25:52Z But China’s trade agreements, such as that with the Association of South-East Asian Nations, ASEAN, tend to be sneered at by American and European trade negotiators as feeble substitutes for the real thing—FTA-lite. Banyan: Trading strategies 2012-05-17T15:05:40Z "ASEAN must play a decisive role at this time if it desires to realize its aspirations for global leadership." Clinton in Manila amid ASEAN row over South China Sea 2011-11-15T12:09:12Z When I went to Indonesia in February of ’09 and said we were going to sign something called the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation and join ASEAN, a big yawn. Exclusive: Hillary Clinton Talks Libya, China and the Future of American Influence 2011-10-27T06:20:00Z It was shockingly blunt language for a group that has long waved off criticism of its bland statements and lack of strong joint policies by citing the "ASEAN Way" -- its method of discrete, non-conflictual cooperation. "ASEAN Way" founders in South China Sea storm 2012-07-17T09:47:04Z "ASEAN Bank will be a commercial bank and at the same time a policy bank," the first source told Reuters. Exclusive: China eyes creation of ASEAN Bank 2011-10-27T10:12:26Z "The emergence of a stock exchange is very important for us in bringing the country in line with the rest of ASEAN," said the official, who asked not to be identified. Myanmar's forgotten bourse eyes long-awaited expansion 2011-09-22T03:35:04Z "ASEAN is now at a critical junction of playing a positive and meaningful role to contribute in the peaceful resolution of the disputes in the South China Sea," del Rosario said. Clinton in Manila amid ASEAN row over South China Sea 2011-11-15T12:09:12Z From Vietnam, Marantis was headed to Manado, Indonesia, for a meeting of trade ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN. U.S. presses Vietnam ahead of ASEAN meeting 2011-08-10T02:55:50Z Now, the Philippines and Vietnam, which have both seen a sharp rise in naval stand-offs with China, want ASEAN's backing to help them stand up to the regional giant. "ASEAN Way" founders in South China Sea storm 2012-07-17T09:47:04Z Working with ASEAN, the group also wants to strengthen regional financial ties and systems to avert the repeat of the 1997-1998 Asian Financial crisis. China, Japan, South Korea wary of inflation risk: draft 2011-05-03T08:10:55Z Indonesia, the current chair of ASEAN, of which Thailand and Cambodia are members, urged both sides to stop fighting. Thai, Cambodian troops clash on disputed border, 6 dead 2011-04-22T11:39:55Z Indonesia, the current chair of ASEAN, urged both sides to stop fighting. Thai soldiers killed in border clash with Cambodia 2011-04-22T10:29:04Z TPP countries Vietnam, Singapore, Brunei and Malaysia are also members of ASEAN, a fast-growing region which many see as key as to future U.S. economic prosperity. U.S. presses Vietnam ahead of ASEAN meeting 2011-08-10T02:55:50Z "But at the same time, there is always space for ASEAN, and members of ASEAN, to support the bilateral efforts." Uneasy peace holds after Thai and Cambodian troops clash 2011-02-09T00:45:20Z "At this juncture risk is being allocated to asset markets of economies with solid industrialization trajectories, such as China and ASEAN; or economies seeing policy normalization, such as Korea." Asia stocks slip on U.S. worries 2010-07-30T05:20:00Z They also see trouble ahead in the shape of proposed FTAs with places such as India and ASEAN, the South-East Asian trade block, which may demand concessions similar to those won by the Koreans. 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