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The Malaysian prime minister and the Brunei sultan have agreed to raise the recurring problem of transboundary haze from Indonesian wildfires at the upcoming ASEAN mechanism, seeking a regional solution.
Serbian official Đurić stated that Serbia successfully achieved all its objectives during its participation in the ASEAN summit held in Manila, emphasizing the importance of the country's presence at the conference.
The Kremlin has expressed a positive stance regarding a potential meeting between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila this week, on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit.
Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted a summit with leaders from ASEAN countries in Kazan, marking a rare public appearance outside Moscow and St. Petersburg. During the summit, Putin engaged in bilateral talks with various Asian leaders, including Philippine President Marcos.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul concluded his participation in the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, Philippines, emphasizing Thailand's commitment to promoting regional peace, stability, and cooperation amidst global uncertainties.
The ASEAN summit has concluded, with its primary outcome being a commitment to fast-track an oil share pact among member nations. This initiative aims to streamline regional energy cooperation.
The 48th ASEAN Summit has commenced, with Philippine President Marcos delivering opening statements and urging fellow leaders to address regional energy and food security. Marcos also highlighted the lasting impact of the Middle East crisis, calling for the bloc to find solutions.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung of Vietnam departed for Cebu, the Philippines, to participate in the 48th ASEAN Summit from May 7-8, following an invitation from Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr.
The ASEAN Summit has officially opened in Cebu, gathering 11 member states, as the Philippine National Police declared full operational readiness to ensure security for the event.
The upcoming Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit, hosted by the Philippines in Cebu, will include joint efforts to mitigate the impact of the Middle East war on its agenda.
The Philippines is set to host the ASEAN Summit 2026 in Cebu province, with an article providing basic facts about the 11 member states.
Malacañang has announced that all preparations are complete for the Philippines to host the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit next month, despite various domestic political challenges.
President Trump has extended his ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 10 days, paused attacks on its energy sector, and expressed a desire for a speedy end to the war, though he stated there is no cease-fire. Meanwhile, Israel launched more strikes on Iran, and markets have reacted to these developments, with oil falling, gold rising, and stocks finishing higher.
China and Japan have presented conflicting accounts regarding whether their foreign ministers held discussions last week during the ASEAN summit.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov are scheduled to meet at the ASEAN summit in Manila. Their discussion will focus on peace negotiations regarding the conflict in Ukraine.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Philippine counterpart Theresa Lazaro are scheduled to hold their first meeting of 2024 on the sidelines of the ASEAN foreign ministers meeting in Manila.
Russia is actively seeking closer ties with Southeast Asian nations, with a summit between Russia and ASEAN expected to address energy crises and Moscow's diplomatic isolation.
President Marcos provided a briefing on the 48th ASEAN Summit, where leaders discussed critical issues such as the Middle East, South China Sea, and Myanmar. However, the recap noted a lack of specific solutions despite the urgent need for them.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reported that Southeast Asian leaders at the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu discussed the operationalization of a shared power grid, establishing an ASEAN Maritime Center, and the situation in Myanmar, while noting the urgent need for solutions to the Middle East crisis.
Leaders from ASEAN nations convened in Cebu for their summit, where discussions focused on strengthening regional unity, establishing food security mechanisms, and addressing the pressing energy crisis. The summit saw prime ministers and other delegates arrive for bilateral talks and plenary sessions.
Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are meeting in the Philippines to discuss the impact of the global energy crisis and instability in the Middle East on regional economies.
ASEAN leaders are convening for a summit in Cebu, where discussions are expected to be dominated by the Middle East conflict. The regional bloc's unity is anticipated to be tested by differing views on the ongoing crisis.
Experts in Cebu are calling for energy resiliency to be a key focus of discussions at the upcoming 48th ASEAN Summit. An electricity rights advocate specifically hopes the summit will attract energy investments to the province.
A large-scale security deployment involving more than 7,300 personnel from various government agencies was launched at the Mactan Shrine in Lapu-Lapu City for the upcoming ASEAN summit.
First Lady Liza Marcos announced that the Philippines' hosting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit will adopt an 'Ilocano effect,' implying a frugal approach.
Some lawmakers in the Philippines are calling on the government to consider postponing the ASEAN Summit this year to reallocate public funds, citing soaring inflation and a global oil crisis.
President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu met at the White House to discuss the escalating tensions with Iran. The meeting occurred amidst continued threats and military actions between the US and Iran, raising concerns about a potential wider conflict.
Al Jazeera reports from anti-US protest outside ASEAN summit
While Moscow recovers from its largest drone attack since the start of the war, Vladimir Putin continues to participate in the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan.
The upcoming Russia-ASEAN Summit has raised the possibility of Myanmar's military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, meeting with regional leaders.
The US economy added more jobs than anticipated in April, demonstrating resilience in the labor market. This stronger-than-expected job growth contributed to a positive reaction on Wall Street.
Leaders proposed a regional fuel stockpile and a standby arrangement for food security at the 48th ASEAN Summit on Friday (May 8).
Cebuano performers, including Lumad Basakanon and Los Cantantes Cebu, showcased their talents during the opening ceremony of the 48th ASEAN Summit.
Airlines worldwide are facing significant challenges due to rising jet fuel prices, with US carriers seeing doubled fuel bills and Croatia Airlines canceling hundreds of flights. Governments are also addressing concerns about potential kerosene shortages.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will head the Malaysian delegation attending the 48th ASEAN Summit, scheduled to take place in Cebu, Philippines.
Philippine weather agency Pagasa is monitoring two Low Pressure Areas (LPAs) forming east of Mindanao, with one projected to potentially enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Tuesday. This weather system is anticipated to affect parts of Visayas and Mindanao, coinciding with the ASEAN Summit hosted in Cebu.
As Southeast Asian leaders gather for the 48th ASEAN summit, the Philippines is pushing for a year-end deadline to finalize a long-delayed code of conduct in the South China Sea, stating it is a global obligation.
The ASEAN summit scheduled for May will proceed with a shortened, 'bare-bones' program, as confirmed by President Marcos, despite calls to postpone it to free up public funds for vulnerable sectors and citing the ongoing Middle East conflict as a reason for the reduced agenda.
Iloilo City will suspend face-to-face classes at all levels from February 25 to 27 as it hosts a key meeting related to the 2026 ASEAN Summit.