Hassanal Bolkiah

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. calls on Asean leaders to unite amid the Mideast crisis and global uncertainty.

President Prabowo Subianto attended the 48th ASEAN Summit retreat in Cebu, Philippines on May 8, 2026, where he emphasized ASEAN must strengthen regional stability and solidarity amid rising global geopolitical tensions through dialogue and cooperation.

Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung held bilateral meetings with leaders from Brunei, Philippines, Timor-Leste, Cambodia, and the Asian Development Bank at the ASEAN Summit, advancing regional cooperation on trade, energy, security, and economic integration while strengthening Vietnam's partnerships.

Australia secures fuel and fertiliser from Brunei in exchange for food exports.

Prime Minister Albanese negotiated a trade deal with Brunei to secure fuel and fertiliser exports, addressing soaring costs threatening half of Australia's farmers from planting crops this season.

ASEAN leaders adopted a contingency plan at their summit to mitigate economic and social impacts from the Iran war, including establishing regional fuel reserves, though acknowledged enforcement challenges remain significant.

Prabowo leads ASEAN summit in traditional black peci attire and a black suit, meeting other leaders in Cebu.

President Marcos Jr. convened with leaders from Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia at the BIMP-EAGA Summit in Cebu, advancing regional economic collaboration and connectivity among Southeast Asian growth area member nations.

Prime Minister Albanese secured a trade agreement with Brunei to exchange Australian food for critical fuel and fertiliser supplies, as soaring costs threaten half of Australian farmers from planting crops this season.

President Prabowo attended the 48th ASEAN Summit opening ceremony in Cebu, Philippines on May 8, 2026, emphasizing regional energy security amid global pressures and Middle East instability while advocating renewable energy development across Southeast Asia.

ASEAN leaders convened in the Philippines for the 48th summit amid regional energy concerns, with Brunei's sultan arriving first; the bloc prioritized addressing Middle East-driven oil prices while advancing food security and economic cooperation initiatives.

Australia signs a key deal with Brunei to increase fertiliser supply amid fuel crisis.

Prime Minister Albanese secured a trade agreement with Brunei exchanging Australian food for critical fuel and fertiliser supplies, as soaring costs threaten half of Australia's farmers from planting crops this season.