Association of Southeast Asian Nations

ASEAN kicks off Manila summit with global ambitions

ASEAN leaders gather in Manila for a three-day summit focused on energy security, food supplies and economic cooperation…reports Asian Lite News Desk The 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and

November 15, 2026

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China’s Military Build-up Overshadows ASEAN Defence Summit

China’s growing military presence and escalating South China Sea disputes dominated discussions at the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus in the Philippines….reports Asian Lite News Desk Rising tensions in the South China Sea

November 5, 2026

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Trump to Attend Manila ASEAN Summit Before China Visit

Trump will attend the ASEAN summit in Manila on November 16 before travelling to Shenzhen for the APEC summit in China…reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump will travel to

October 12, 2026

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ASEAN, Russia Unveil New Cooperation Roadmap To 2030

Leaders adopt the Kazan Declaration and a five year action plan covering energy, digitalisation, artificial intelligence and regional connectivity….reports Asian Lite News Desk Russia and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

June 19, 2026

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