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Air cargo prices are skyrocketing due to disruptions in key shipping lanes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has forced many carriers to reroute their vessels, leading to longer transit times and increased operational costs, which are then passed on to consumers.
ASEAN braces itself for economic fallout from Mid-East crisis, warns of ‘prolonged instability’ The Straits Times
ASEAN calls for energy and food security as Iran tensions mount Nikkei Asia
Energy Secretary Sharon Garin is calling on the Philippine government to use its ASEAN chairship this year to advance regional energy security in response to the ongoing global oil crisis.
A prominent Thai industrial estate developer has announced strategies to accelerate growth within the ASEAN region, signaling expansion plans.
The world's largest one-stop jewelry marketplace has drawn approximately 80,000 buyers, with significant growth observed from ASEAN, Korea, and other regions.
From Iran to Jakarta: ASEAN has to rethink dependence on foreign capital Nikkei Asia
Malaysia has seen an improvement in its gender equality score, but it still ranks as the worst among ASEAN nations.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations called yesterday for restraint and immediate cessation of hostilities in the Middle East, triggered by US and Israeli military strikes on Iran which…
Guangxi province is set to further strengthen exchanges and cooperation between China and ASEAN nations.
Malaysia and France are finalizing a new agreement to strengthen their military cooperation, building on existing ties from 1993, as Paris increases its engagement with ASEAN nations.
An analysis suggests that ASEAN's observer teams must evolve to effectively contribute to strategic stability in the region.
Cambodia wants ‘de-escalation’ in conflict with Thailand, PM tells AFP The Straits Times
A researcher's commentary highlights how the dispute between Myanmar and Timor-Leste brings ASEAN's traditional approaches into question and underscores Timor-Leste's distinct international identity.
An article examines the 50-year-old Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, questioning its ability to maintain regional stability in an increasingly uncertain global environment.
Tune Talk has achieved a milestone by becoming the first mobile network operator in ASEAN to fully adopt a cloud-native infrastructure with Mavenir.
Thailand has emerged as the leading Printed Circuit Board (PCB) manufacturing hub in ASEAN and aims to be among the global top five.
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.
Growing wariness and rivalry between major powers in the Southeast Asian region are identified as the primary threat to maritime security for ASEAN nations.
China's modernization efforts are highlighted as an exemplary model for ASEAN and other developing economies.
Air France-KLM has announced price increases for long-haul tickets, including a €50 hike for economy class, due to the rising cost of jet fuel amid the Iran war, following similar adjustments by other airlines.
TusCBEC Invites Global Innovators to Join China-ASEAN AI Innovation Collaboration Initiative Taiwan News
Tourism Ministry looks to parts of Europe, Asia, Asean to ensure smooth VMY2026, says Tiong The Star | Malaysia
SIBS 2026 is set to celebrate a decade of impact and will expand its regional reach through the new SIBS@Asean initiative.
ASEAN’s Economic Crossroads in 2026 phnompenhpost.com
China has signalled strong optimism for finalising negotiations with neighbouring Asian countries to seal a new institutional framework on contested South China Sea waterways. At China’s annual foreign policy press conference on Sunday, Foreign Minister Wang Yi described the negotiations as having entered a “critical phase” for talks on the South China Sea Code of Conduct (CoC) – a proposed set of rules between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) at the heart of easin...
Cambodian official Chanthol addressed the EU-ASEAN council, stating that 'We cannot build Cambodia alone' as the country approaches its graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status, signaling a need for continued international support.
For years, debates about US-China competition have defaulted to the obvious categories: ships, chips, tariffs and security pacts. Soft power was often treated as America’s home turf, the domain of Hollywood, top universities, global brands and a political ideal that still attracts even when it disappoints. That assumption is getting riskier. The world has entered a new emotional weather pattern: fatigue. It’s a structural condition shaped by overlapping shocks: pandemic after-effects, inflati...
Experts in Pakistan are urging the government to establish a clear solar policy to attract Chinese manufacturers and learn from the solar boom in ASEAN countries.
A total of 181 police personnel from the Capiz Police Provincial Office have been deployed to support security operations for the ASEAN Senior Level Committee on Financial Integration and Related Meetings in Boracay.
ASEAN is reportedly considering appointing a long-term envoy to address the ongoing situation in Myanmar, according to a Philippine minister.
The Jakarta Post highlights the ASEAN power grid as a significant infrastructure investment opportunity.
Education Secretary Sonny Angara participated in an ASEAN forum, advocating for stronger partnerships with the private sector (PPPs) to address the classroom gap and fast-track critical education reforms in the Philippines.
NextFin Asia has announced a new dedicated fund as part of the Catapult: Inclusion SE Asia Program, aimed at scaling inclusive finance fintechs across the ASEAN region.
China's continued policy of opening up its economy is seen as a significant opportunity for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
NextFin Asia has launched a new dedicated fund for the Catapult: Inclusion SE Asia Program, aimed at further scaling inclusive finance fintechs across the ASEAN region.
The Hong Kong government has started the year with initiatives that have far-reaching impacts on the city’s long-term growth. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced that he is spearheading Hong Kong’s inaugural five-year plan, which will promote broader integration with China’s five-year plan and ensure a bigger role for the city in the nation’s economic development. He also reaffirmed deeper engagement with countries in Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia to open up new markets...
East Timor has accused Myanmar's military government of war crimes, leading to the expulsion of East Timor's senior diplomat from Myanmar and marking a significant diplomatic event within ASEAN.
China seen as ASEAN’s most important partner, Japan 2nd: Survey The Straits Times
ASEAN economic ministers are focusing on deepening regional integration as the economic impact of the Iran war continues to mount across Southeast Asia.
The war between the US, Israel, and Iran has intensified with heavy strikes on Iranian targets and regional expansion, leading to nearly 800,000 people displaced and a serious humanitarian emergency.
ASEAN ministers to hold meetings to address Middle East crisis The Straits Times
ASEAN economic managers are set to discuss strengthening cross-border digital payments and improving the mobility of digital workers, as the region's digital economy is projected to reach $2 trillion by 2030.
Angkor Beer is celebrating the successful conclusion of the Cambodia-ASEAN Business Summit 2026, indicating its involvement or sponsorship in the event.
The Philippines is actively working towards the adoption of a new disaster response framework within ASEAN, aiming for its implementation by 2026 before the country's chairmanship concludes.
ASEAN calls Middle East escalation ‘regrettable,’ urges ceasefire after US-Israel strike on Iran
Guangxi to further bolster China-ASEAN exchanges China Daily - Global Edition
The market for hard drives is experiencing scarcity and rising prices, driven by the immense storage demands of data centers fueled by the boom in artificial intelligence.
A veteran South China Sea expert has cast doubt on the prospects of finalising a code of conduct for the contested waters this year, even as ties between rival claimants Beijing and Manila show signs of improvement. Wu Shicun, founding president of the National Institute for South China Sea Studies, said it was “100 per cent not likely” that the document would be signed this year as the Philippines takes over the rotating chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean). “I believe...
A total of 1,707 security personnel have been deployed in Iloilo City, Philippines, as it hosts the 49th Meeting of the High-Level Task Force on ASEAN Economic Integration from February 25 to 27.
ASEAN is being urged to support international efforts aimed at holding the Myanmar junta accountable for its actions.
Schools in Iloilo City will transition to online classes starting Wednesday as the city hosts the three-day 49th meeting of the high-level task force on ASEAN Economic Integration.
The ASEAN chair has stepped in after diplomats observed the human impact of border occupation following a ceasefire.
Hong Kong's universities are experiencing growing popularity among students from Southeast Asia and countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative, in addition to their appeal to mainland Chinese students.
NextFin Asia has introduced a new dedicated fund as part of the Catapult: Inclusion SE Asia Program, aimed at scaling inclusive finance fintech companies across ASEAN.
Thailand aims to play a key role in bringing Myanmar back into the ASEAN fold, nearly five years after a military coup.