As tensions between Israel and Iran cross new thresholds, nations across the Asia-Pacific region are rushing to bolster preparedness for economic, energy, and security shocks. The conflict escalated sharply on June 22 with reports of retaliatory strikes from both sides, including drone attacks near strategic oil shipping lanes. Japan, deeply reliant on Gulf oil, expressed…
Top news stories from America, the Philippines, China and Asia Pacific
Top news stories from America, the Philippines and Asia Pacific
Here are three major news stories from America, the Philippines and the Asia Pacific:
ASEAN Urges Unity Amid US Tariff Hikes Southeast Asian nations are calling for stronger economic integration to counter the impact of US-imposed tariffs, which range from 10% to 49%. Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan emphasized the need for unity during the ASEAN foreign ministers’ summit, highlighting the ongoing US-China trade war’s disruption of global production…
ASEAN member states gathered in Manila for a maritime security dialogue, focusing on maintaining a rules-based order in the South China Sea. The discussions involved academics, policymakers, and maritime experts. The dialogue emphasized the importance of strategic autonomy, with ASEAN nations expressing their desire to address maritime security without external influence from major powers like…
Singapore – May 12, 2025 – Industry leaders worldwide have gathered at the TFWA Asia Pacific Conference in Singapore to discuss the future of travel retail amid a surge in outbound tourism from China and India. The conference, a premier event for duty-free and travel retail professionals, focuses on digital innovation, sustainability, and evolving consumer…
The Philippines has once again voiced its concerns over the situation in the West Philippine Sea during the latest round of negotiations aimed at finalizing the ASEAN-China Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea. The talks in Manila from April 9 to 11 brought together representatives from ASEAN member states and China to…
