Tag: ASEAN
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EU-Philippines Meet to strengthen Good Governance, Rule of Law and Human Rights in Brussels
EU-Philippines Fifth Subcommittee Meeting Focuses on Governance, Rule of Law, and Human Rights The European Union and the Republic of the Philippines held their Fifth Subcommittee Meeting on Good Governance, Rule of Law, and Human Rights in Brussels on 6 October, under the long‑standing EU-Philippines Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA). The gathering was co‑chaired by…
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ASEAN and China Expand Free Trade Pact as Alternative to US Protectionism
ASEAN and China Sign Expanded Free Trade Area 3.0 China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) formalized an expanded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Tuesday, broadening economic cooperation just as global markets face protectionist headwinds. The ASEAN-China Free Trade Area 3.0 builds on the long-running pact first signed in 2002 and in force…
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ASEAN-China FTA 3.0: China expands trade ties amid US protectionism
China expands economic ties with ASEAN through FTA 3.0 China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have formalized an expanded version of their free trade agreement, the ASEAN-China Free Trade Area 3.0. The move, announced at the close of the ASEAN summit, is pitched by Chinese Premier Li Qiang as a practical alternative…
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China and ASEAN Sign Expanded Free Trade Area 3.0 to Deepen Economic Ties
Overview: A milestone in regional trade China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) sealed a broad upgrade to their long-running free trade framework, the ASEAN–China Free Trade Area 3.0, on the closing day of the annual ASEAN summit. The agreement, praised by Chinese Premier Li Qiang as a constructive alternative to protectionist policies,…
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Philippines to Lead ASEAN as Chair in 2026: Turnover Marks a New Era for the Region
Philippines to Take the Helm of ASEAN in 2026 The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is poised for a year of intense regional leadership as the Philippines assumes the chairmanship in 2026. The ceremonial handover from Malaysia, which chairs ASEAN for all of 2025, will take place in Kuala Lumpur on the sidelines of…
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Philippines to Chair ASEAN 2026: Turnover Ceremony Details
Philippines to Chair ASEAN 2026: A New Year for Regional Leadership The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will officially enter a new chapter on Tuesday, October 28, as the Philippines assumes the role of ASEAN chair for 2026. The ceremonial handover marks a transition in leadership that will guide the bloc through a pivotal…
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Philippines Takes ASEAN Chair: Turnover at 47th Summit
Philippines Assumes ASEAN Chairmanship at 47th Summit The Philippines officially takes the helm of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as it assumes the chair for 2026, following the closing sessions of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will receive the baton from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who…
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CPU’s CBA Shines in ASEAN Future Sustainable Leaders 2025 National Competition
CPU’s Bold Leap in Sustainability Education Central Philippine University (CPU) continues to position itself at the forefront of sustainability-driven innovation. A standout achievement came from a student team from CPU’s College of Business and Accountancy (CBA), which secured multiple top recognitions at the ASEAN Future Sustainable Leaders (AFSL) 2025 Philippine National Competition. This event, held…
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ASEAN+3 Remains Resilient Amid Heightened Global Uncertainties
ASEAN+3 Stays Resilient in a World of Heightened Uncertainty The ASEAN+3 region—encompassing the ten ASEAN member states plus China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Korea—continues to demonstrate resilience amid heightened global uncertainties. The latest releases from the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) include the Financial Stability Report (AFSR) 2025 and the October Update of the Regional…
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Myanmar Paraglider Attack at Festival Shocks Nation
Overview: A Tragic Attack During a Peaceful Evening A community gathering in Chaung U township, central Myanmar, was shattered Monday evening when a motor-powered paraglider dropped two bombs on a Thadingyut festival and candlelight vigil. Local officials and anti-junta groups confirmed at least 24 deaths and dozens more injured, including civilians who had travelled to…