ASEAN-Plus Three is a regional initiative encompassing the ten ASEAN member states, along with China, Japan, and South Korea. Established to promote political and economic cooperation, it offers a platform for discussions on various fronts, including food security. This regional framework acknowledges the diverse challenges associated with food security, such as sufficiency, accessibility, nutrition, and […]
ASEAN was established on August 8, 1967, with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration (also known as the Bangkok Declaration) by Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. Brunei Darussalam joined in 1984, followed by Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, and Cambodia. The organization’s primary objectives include enhancing regional political stability, fostering economic growth and integration, promoting […]
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit is an annual gathering that unites leaders from 21 Pacific Rim economies to discuss and enhance regional economic cooperation and trade. President Marcos’s presence underscores the Philippines’ commitment to strengthening ties with its APEC partners and fostering economic growth and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. This summit offers a […]
President Marcos emphasized the paramount importance of economic prosperity in the ASEAN context. The Philippines actively engages in ASEAN-led initiatives aimed at bolstering economic growth and stability. The President underlined the need for strengthening intra-ASEAN trade, reducing trade barriers, and promoting investments to enhance economic resilience. Furthermore, he reaffirmed the country’s commitment to aligning its […]
China’s new map departs from previous versions by significantly expanding its territorial claims. Of particular note is the map’s depiction of sovereignty over almost the entire South China Sea, an area hotly contested by Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan. These territorial claims have long been a source of regional instability and friction. The […]
The South China Sea dispute revolves around competing territorial claims and sovereignty over numerous islands and reefs. China’s assertiveness in these claims, particularly its expansive “nine-dash line” assertion, has raised concerns globally. These claims overlap with the exclusive economic zones (EEZs) of neighboring nations, fueling longstanding disputes and drawing the ire of the international community, […]
Maps have traditionally served as tools of navigation and geopolitical representation, reflecting the ambitions, disputes, and territorial aspirations of nations. In recent times, these maps have assumed a more prominent role, particularly in disputes concerning territorial boundaries and maritime domains. The South China Sea, a region rife with competing territorial claims, has become a focal […]
To address this volatility and the potential for conflict, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has championed the need for a Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea. The goal is to establish a legal framework that can facilitate conflict resolution, define the rights and responsibilities of involved parties, and offer mechanisms […]
The South China Sea, bordered by multiple nations including China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan, holds immense strategic importance due to its abundant natural resources and vital role as a trade route. However, competing territorial claims have engendered conflicts, rendering it a contentious geopolitical arena. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has articulated two primary […]
At the forefront of these challenges is the economic conundrum. China’s spectacular economic growth, while laudable, has led to burgeoning debt, overcapacity, and decelerating growth rates. Striking a balance between implementing economic reforms and maintaining social stability poses a formidable task for Xi Jinping’s administration. Socioeconomic inequalities have emerged as another focal point. China’s economic […]
