ASEAN

Obama Affirms Strategic Importance of Asia Pacific

November 16, 2012, 1:02 am

WASHINGTON—President Barack Obama will set off this weekend on his first trip abroad since being re-elected. The trip through Thailand, Burma, and Cambodia, highlights the strategic importance his administration places on the region. “It sends a powerful signal, as it [...]

Indonesia Key to Resolving Tensions in South China Sea

September 7, 2012, 1:37 am

Indonesia is increasingly being viewed as key to resolving mounting tensions in the South China Sea.

ASEAN Summit Ends in Deadlock Over South China Sea Dispute

July 16, 2012, 1:13 am

Talks in Southeast Asian last week, which focused on territorial disputes in the South China Sea, ended in disappointment Friday, when the participants of the 45th ASEAN [...]

South China Sea Disputes to Dominate ASEAN Meeting

July 10, 2012, 1:53 am

Disputes in the South China Sea will be the main focal point of a regional meeting between foreign ministers in Southeast Asia.

Baird to Visit Asia Amidst Challenges

July 7, 2012, 10:53 am

Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird heads to Asia Saturday for a two-week tour of several countries including China, Brunei Darussalam, and the Philippines.