The Latest Breaking News from ASEAN

'Get on board': minister's environment overhaul appeal

Negotiating the passage of major environment reforms through parliament is pulling the federal government in different directions.

AAP · Oct 26, 2025

Trump showcases trademark dance moves as he is welcomed to Malaysia

Donald Trump showed off his dance moves as he disembarked Air Force One shortly after landing in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, ahead of the 47th ASEAN summit.

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2025

Trump Re-engages in Southeast Asia Diplomacy as ASEAN Touts US Role in Regional Stability

At the ASEAN Summit, Trump backs diplomacy and economic ties as leaders stress US role in regional peace, stability, and digital growth.

International Business Times UK · Oct 26, 2025

Trump in Asia: five key questions as US president prepares for diplomatic tour

Donald Trump will travel to Malaysia, Japan and South Korea for the Apec and Asean summits. Will he meet Xi Jinping, and what tariff deals might be secured?

The Guardian - AU · Oct 23, 2025

Scott Bessent's 'Constructive' Call Sets Up US–China Negotiations

The United States and China will resume high-level trade negotiations next week after a “constructive” video call between senior officials on Saturday.

Benzinga · Oct 18, 2025

The Week Ahead (Oct. 20-28): China to Map Out Economic Path in Key Party Plenum

The 47th ASEAN summit will be held in Malaysia, while Argentina’s midterm elections will test President Milei’s reform agenda

Caixin Global · Oct 17, 2025

Trump To Attend Signing Of Thailand-Cambodia 'Peace Deal'

US President Donald Trump will attend the ceremonial signing of a peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia at an upcoming summit of Southeast Asian nations, the foreign minister of host Malaysia said Tuesday.

International Business Times · Oct 14, 2025

Organised crime may be infiltrating Timor-Leste’s government. One minister is sounding the alarm

Two decades after Timor-Leste gained its independence, the country is a complicated and qualified success story. Poverty and deep economic problems persist, but the country boasts a thriving democracy. Its ascension to the ASEAN regional bloc will come later this month.

The Conversation · Oct 8, 2025

Trade minister could get a big shot at US tariff shift

The trade minister hopes to meet US counterpart Jamieson Greer in what could provide a major opportunity at securing Australian tariff relief.

AAP · Sep 22, 2025

Border tensions flare up again after Thai forces clash with Cambodian villagers

Thai security forces fire rubber bullets and tear gas at Cambodian civilians and leave at least 28 injured

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025