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Asean foreign ministers, sec-gen pay courtesy call to PM Anwar during 58th AMM
The Malaysian Star
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July 9, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Wednesday (July 9) received a courtesy call from Asean foreign ministers, marking the start of a series of high-level engagements in conjunction with the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers'...
General : ASEAN Boosts Preparedness, Inclusivity As Regional Circle Expands - FM Mohamad
Bernama
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July 11, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is firmly preparing for the future reflecting the regional bloc’s commitment to greater inclusivity and long-term resilience, particularly through the ASEAN Community Vision (ACV) 2045. Foreign Minister...
General : Canada Views FTA With ASEAN As Key To Inclusive, Robust Economic Growth
Bernama
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July 10, 2025
By Muhammad Faiz Baharin KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Canada is optimistic that ongoing negotiations for an ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will unlock substantial economic opportunities for both regions, while advancing inclusive...
Beyond Jubilee: Lessons from Ghana’s Oil and Gas Journey and Promise of Eban-Akoma Discovery -Ananpansah Bartholomew Abraham writes
CNR Citi Newsroom
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July 8, 2025
For many resource-rich nations, the ultimate aspiration is to transcend the cyclical trap of the “resource curse,” a paradox often attributed to the “Dutch disease.” This phenomenon arises when revenues generated from the extractive sector,...
Taking matters into our own hands: aid dependency in the Pacific
Island Times
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July 8, 2025
By Dr Aisake Valu Eke and Tuya Altangerel SUVA, (DEVPOLICY.ORG) — There has been a marked decline in Pacific development and progress against the SDGs since the early 2000s, attributable to the impacts of major disaster events, remoteness of...
EDITORIAL - Not future-ready
Philstar
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July 10, 2025
Just to bring home further the decline in the quality of education, the Philippines ranked 74th out of 177 countries and economies in the Global Education Futures Readiness Index. GEFRI, drawn up by US-based global research and innovation...
Vietnam promotes comprehensive approach to human rights in ASEAN
Vietnam News Agency
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Promoting human rights requires a comprehensive, cross-sectoral approach, Deputy PM Bui Thanh Son said at the AICHR dialogue on July 8, calling for stronger coordination with specialized agencies, while praising AICHR’s 15-year contribution and...
ASEAN to keep on consensus, inclusivity: Malaysian official
Xinhua News Agency
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Xinhua) -- Consensus and inclusivity will remain the guiding principles of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as the grouping continues to engage with external partners while welcoming new members, Malaysian...
World : ASEAN’s Zopfan Vision Revived With China, Russia Backing SEANWFZ
Bernama
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July 8, 2025
By Samantha Tan KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN’s long-standing aspiration for a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) has gained new traction following China and Russia’s readiness to sign the Protocol to the Treaty on the...
Việt Nam promotes comprehensive approach to human rights in ASEAN
Vietnam News Agency
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KUALA LUMPUR — Promoting and ensuring human rights involve multiple sectors and pillars, requiring a comprehensive approach and enhanced coordination between the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) and specialised agencies...
General : 58th AMM Opens With Push For A Forward-Looking ASEAN
Bernama
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July 9, 2025
By Ahmad Aidil Syukri Hamzah KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related meetings commenced successfully on Wednesday in Kuala Lumpur, marking the beginning of a series of high-level discussions...
Malaysia, Sri Lanka to further strengthen bilateral ties, says Anwar
The Malaysian Star
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and Sri Lanka have agreed to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in the areas of trade, tourism, education and skilled labour, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said the matter was discussed during a...
Malaysia, Sri Lanka To Further Strengthen Bilateral Ties – Anwar
Bernama
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Sri Lanka have agreed to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in the areas of trade, tourism, education and skilled labour, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said the matter was...
Anwar: Asean centrality must be region’s North Star amid global instability
Malay Mail
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July 9, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today underscored the need for Asean to stay united and resilient amid growing global instability, calling on member states to reinforce Asean Centrality as the region’s guiding...
General : Australia’s 2040 Strategy Aims To Strengthen Trade, Investment Ties With Southeast Asia - Penny Wong
Bernama
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July 10, 2025
By Muhammad Faiz Baharin KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 lies at the core of its renewed commitment to strengthening two-way trade and investment with the Southeast Asia region, which is...
General : Algeria, Uruguay Laud ASEAN's Role, Pledge Stronger Ties Via TAC Accession
Bernama
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July 9, 2025
By Muhammad Faiz Baharin and Samantha Tan KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Algeria and Uruguay have expressed strong appreciation towards Malaysia and ASEAN member states for supporting their accession to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in...
Amid handshakes and familiar friends, Asean navigates tariffs and tension in KL
The Straits Times
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July 9, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR – At the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Asean foreign ministers convened for the pomp and circumstance of the annual gathering with the usual group photos, coordinated movements and calls for solidarity. But in 2025, the stakes are...
RI calls for collective ASEAN action on global challenges
Antara
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July 9, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Foreign Minister Sugiono has emphasized the importance of joint efforts by ASEAN member states to address global geopolitical and geoeconomic dynamics, which are becoming increasingly complex. He made the statement during the...
Huw Lemmey: Short Cuts
London Review of Books
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July 11, 2025
It is now a criminal offence, under Section 12 of the Terrorism Act 2000, to express support for Palestine Action, a direct-action group formed in 2020 with the aim of disrupting the British factories, installations and infrastructure that supply...
58th AMM opens in KL with focus on ASEAN unity and global relevance
The Sun Daily
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July 9, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) kicked off in Kuala Lumpur, marking the start of Malaysia’s leadership as ASEAN Chair for 2025. The event began with a courtesy call by ASEAN foreign ministers on Prime Minister Datuk...