Kao Kim Hourn

ASEAN chief urges stronger China ties amid global uncertainty to promote peace and prosperity.

Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung proposed strengthened ASEAN-Russia cooperation in trade, energy, technology, and innovation at the Kazan Business Forum, emphasizing sustainable supply chains, clean energy projects, and digital transformation opportunities for the combined 850-million-person market.

Vladimir Putin: Russia and ASEAN have built substantial experience in multifaceted cooperation over 35 years

Russian and Southeast Asian leaders gathered in Kazan to deepen economic ties, with bilateral trade reaching 21 billion dollars over the past decade while discussing expanded cooperation in energy, technology, and investment.

US Deputy Secretary Landau visited Indonesia to strengthen bilateral economic ties through discussions on digital economy, renewable energy investment, and maritime security while meeting ASEAN leaders to deepen strategic partnerships ahead of 2027 anniversaries.

The Philippines' ASEAN neighbors and the US joined the country in celebrating its 128th Independence Day on Friday.

ASEAN leaders called for increased regional unity and resilience to address escalating global uncertainties, emphasizing collective cooperation as essential for navigating geopolitical tensions and economic challenges affecting Southeast Asian nations.

ASEAN leaders convened at the 2026 Future Forum to develop unified strategic positioning amid global fragmentation and volatility, emphasizing regional cohesion as essential for navigating geopolitical uncertainty and maintaining collective influence.

Anhui Province hosted the 2026 RCEP Local Governments Forum across four cities, signing 20 cooperation projects with twelve nations to advance trade, investment, and cultural exchanges under the regional partnership framework.

Indonesia is pushing ASEAN to strengthen regional food and energy security through integrated coordination, improved reserves, and early warning systems amid rising geopolitical uncertainty affecting global commodity supplies.

Indonesia plans a Sumatra oil storage facility in a Special Economic Zone to strengthen national energy reserves, while advancing regional ASEAN petroleum security agreements amid global supply disruptions.

Vietnam's Prime Minister attended the 48th ASEAN Summit, promoting a strong and dynamic Vietnam.

Vietnam pledges substantive contributions to ASEAN

Myanmar's re-engagement with ASEAN stalls due to a stalled 2021 peace plan and recent junta actions.

ASEAN and EU leaders convened at the 2026 Sustainability Summit in Cebu to strengthen green cooperation and energy resilience, addressing mounting vulnerabilities as Middle East supply disruptions exposed the region's heavy dependence on imported oil and gas.

Russia and ASEAN leaders convened in Kazan to review their 35-year strategic partnership, approved four cooperation documents covering political, economic, cultural and energy collaboration, strengthening regional stability amid geopolitical tensions.

Russian President Putin will host Southeast Asian leaders in Kazan from June 17-18 to commemorate 35 years of ASEAN-Russia relations and strengthen economic ties amid Ukraine tensions and Western sanctions pressures.

Vietnamese Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng called for deeper ASEAN-Russia cooperation in supply chains, energy, and technology at a business forum in Kazan, arguing stronger ties would help both regions navigate growing global uncertainties and economic volatility.

Russian President Putin hosts Southeast Asian leaders in Kazan June 17-18 to commemorate 35 years of ASEAN-Russia relations and discuss economic cooperation, energy security, and regional geopolitical issues while Russia seeks to deepen non-Western partnerships amid Ukraine conflict tensions.

US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau visited Indonesia to strengthen economic cooperation, discussing digital economy, renewable energy, and technology partnerships while advancing the strategic US-Indonesia relationship and encouraging American investment across sectors.

ASEAN reaffirms Five-Point Consensus

Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and ASEAN leaders convened the ASEAN Future Forum 2026 in Hanoi on June 9, emphasizing peace as development's foundation while proposing strategic priorities including unity, resilience, connectivity and energy security.

PM Hưng calls for ASEAN to take leading role in shaping global order

APEC ministers aim for resilient energy supply chains amid Mideast crisis

Cambodian students won silver in a regional Asia-Pacific artificial intelligence competition, earning pride from ASEAN officials.

The Asian Development Bank committed $30 billion through 2030 to support ASEAN's development and resilience, addressing geopolitical uncertainties and economic pressures across Southeast Asia through financing, technical expertise, and regional initiatives.

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

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. highlights Asean unity amid Middle East instability at the 48th Asean Summit.

Asean members warm towards Myanmar, raising hopes for its return to the fold after a 2021 military coup.

Russia expands cooperation with ASEAN amid Western sanctions.

PM proposes three orientations to deepen ASEAN–Russia relations

Russia hosts a summit in Kazan with ASEAN leaders, seeking to strengthen ties with Southeast Asia's $13 trillion economy while ASEAN resists Western pressure to isolate Russia, with experts believing personal relationships could reshape international relations.

ASEAN leaders seek to boost annual merchandise trade with Russia beyond the current $17.8 billion, emphasizing untapped economic potential in agriculture, fertilizer supply, and investment cooperation during high-level talks in Kazan commemorating three decades of partnership.

US Deputy Secretary of State Landau visited Jakarta, meeting Indonesian officials to strengthen bilateral economic ties, discussing digital economy, renewable energy, and technology cooperation while exploring increased US investment opportunities in Indonesia.

ASEAN, world leaders send Independence Day greetings to the Philippines on 128th anniversary

Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng spoke at the 2026 ASEAN Future Forum in Hanoi.

The ASEAN Future Forum 2026 opens in Hanoi, Vietnam, as a key platform for regional dialogue and cooperation.

Cities will shape ASEAN's future, Hanoi leader tells regional conference

Asia-Pacific trade envoys gathered in China to discuss multilateral cooperation, trade imbalances, and supply chain resilience, representing nearly half of global trade amid geopolitical tensions and calls for trade restriction pauses.

ASEAN reaffirms Five-Point Consensus

Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng led Vietnam's delegation at the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, proposing initiatives on peace, security, and economic connectivity that gained strong support from member states and contributed to adopting a statement addressing Middle East crisis response.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung successfully concluded Vietnam's participation at the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, presenting proposals that ASEAN leaders endorsed for strengthening regional resilience amid Middle East developments and other multidimensional challenges.

Asean presses for joint response to Iran war fallout as energy crisis weighs

Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng attends the 48th ASEAN Summit in the Philippines.