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Commentary: What one more dash in the South China Sea tells us about China’s game
ARE STRENGTH AND TIME ON CHINA’S SIDE? One reason China might feel emboldened to ratchet up tensions now is if…
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Several ASEAN air force chiefs skip Myanmar meeting
However, the air force chiefs of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore did not travel to attend the meeting, according…
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Commentary: Time for ASEAN to walk its talk of regional leadership
However, faced with an obdurate leadership in Naypyidaw today and hobbled by disunity within its own ranks, ASEAN has failed…
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Analysis: Being firmer on contentious issues can help ASEAN stay relevant, but first it should take these steps
Associate Professor Chong Ja Ian from the National University of Singapore said ASEAN “demonstrates difficulty” in addressing pressing issues like…
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US, China square off on the South China Sea as Indonesia urges leaders to maintain peace
In his speech at the EAS meeting, China’s Premier Li Qiang reportedly pointed out that China and ASEAN countries are…
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No recession for Singapore this year despite sluggish economy, but 2024 remains uncertain: PM Lee
Earlier in August, Singapore slightly cut its economic outlook for 2023 — to come in between 0.5 to 1.5 per cent,…
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Australia PM confirms China visit, Li says Beijing is ready to resume exchanges
JAKARTA: Australia’s prime minister confirmed on Thursday (Sep 7) that he will visit China later this year after talks with…
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Amid global tensions, PM Lee urges ASEAN, major powers to foster strong cooperation under alternative regional initiative
During his intervention at the ASEAN-India Summit on Thursday, Mr Lee said India’s support is “crucial” in addressing common challenges, such…
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China warns against ‘new Cold War’ as big powers meet in Southeast Asia
“UNDERMINE PEACE” Yoon reportedly told ASEAN leaders there must be no cooperation with North Korea, which the United States said…
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US, China need to ‘show leadership’ to address global issues, crucial for both to continue dialogue: PM Lee
During the ASEAN-Japan Summit, Mr Lee said the bloc and Japan share similar concerns on regional peace and security, and…
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