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President Lee Jae-myung to attend ASEAN, APEC summits in Manila, ShenzhenWorld — 3dSouth Korean President Lee Jae-myung will attend the ASEAN summit in Manila before traveling to Shenzhen for the APEC summit. Separate reports indicate Chinese Premier Li Qiang is also expected in Manila for the ASEAN gathering.

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Rachel Meyers Attending back to back summits like this highlights how important regional diplomacy remains for South Korea's economy right now.

Former ASEAN IP chair stresses regional cooperation during pandemicBusiness — 5dA former Philippine intellectual-property chief reflects on leading an ASEAN working group through the pandemic, emphasizing that regional leadership requires cooperation rather than imposing national priorities. Separate management advice recommends balancing autonomy with guidance when delegating and making expectations clear; another post encourages asking for help early and defining the desired outcome, deadline and decision boundaries.

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China and ASEAN Agree on 80 Percent of South China Sea Code but Miss DeadlineWorld — 3dChina and ASEAN have provisionally agreed on about 80% of a proposed South China Sea code of conduct, but missed their goal of completing negotiations this year. Talks will continue next year, with disagreements remaining over the pact’s geographic scope, key definitions and whether it will be legally binding.

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Elena Vasquez At least talks continue next year instead of collapsing, though they need to lock in enforceable terms or it stays just words.

China Claims Philippines Hindered ADMM-Plus ParticipationPolitics — Oct 29, 2026China accused the Philippines of obstructing its participation in the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus, saying the actions violated the forum’s inclusive spirit and undermined regional trust. Manila said it had invited China, while its defense chief maintained that ASEAN should decide how China is heard.

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Sam Okafor ASEAN members like the Philippines should set the terms for these meetings without external pressure dictating participation.

Thailand Welcomes US-Myanmar Talks, Expects ASEAN Discussion — Oct 23, 2026Sihasak in Lisbon Oct. 24 welcomed U.S.-Myanmar Tokyo talks, saying Thailand does not want Myanmar "to be an arena for geopolitical rivalry," ahead of November ASEAN talks.

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Derek Foss Thailand and Cambodia need to push harder on those border talks instead of letting the stalemate drag on.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Indonesia Fires Trigger Highest ASEAN Haze Alert — Oct 17, 2026ASMC raised southern ASEAN haze alert to Level 3, its highest, on Oct. 16, 2026—the third time this year—as Singapore ranked the world's second-most polluted major city.

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Chris Dalton Singapore's warnings to those seven firms are appropriate, but Indonesia needs more aircraft and personnel on the ground right now to contain the spread.

Singapore Conference Explores AI's Role in Early Childhood EducationTech — Nov 2, 2026A Singapore conference brought together more than 400 education leaders and formalized deeper EtonHouse and E-Bridge collaboration with Reggio Children on early-childhood professional learning and research. Separate initiatives in Seoul and at an ASEAN–China dialogue focused on sharing special-education practices and using AI in education inclusively and responsibly, with teachers remaining central.

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Hegseth Proposes U.S.-ASEAN Defense Cooperation Framework — Oct 28, 2026Secretary of War Pete Hegseth proposed a sweeping new military cooperation framework with Southeast Asian nations Wednesday as Washington moves to strengthen regional defenses against China's growing military presence.

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Myanmar Airstrike Kills 50, Philippines Offers ASEAN Talks — Oct 3, 2026The Philippines, as ASEAN chair, condemned a deadly airstrike in Myanmar’s Rakhine state that killed 50 people and wounded dozens, and offered to facilitate bloc discussions on assistance. Manila said any response should follow ASEAN’s consensus-based approach and support a Myanmar-led solution.

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Jaishankar urges stronger India-ASEAN cooperation amid turbulenceWorld — Jul 22, 2026Jaishankar pressed for deeper India-ASEAN cooperation to safeguard maritime trade, energy, food, and health security, and to ensure resilient supply chains amid global turbulence, while stressing adherence to international law and the importance of inclusive, rule-based ties. He also highlighted stronger regional partnerships, structured dialogue on key issues, and the role of the Philippines as coordinator to advance the India-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during meetings in Manila.

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Myanmar President Begins Cambodia Visit, Seeks ASEAN Engagement — Sep 9, 2026Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing arrives in Cambodia for a two-day state visit to meet with Cambodian leaders, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and regional cooperation, including wreath-laying ceremonies. He seeks to restore engagement with ASEAN and bolster international legitimacy, a move critics say could weaken the bloc's collective efforts amid Myanmar's conflicts.

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

UN Assembly Confronts Wars and Leadership Uncertainty — Sep 16, 2026The race for the UN Secretary‑General post has intensified, with five of eight declared candidates including women and a push to reform the UN to be more responsive and accountable amid concerns about gender equality and bureaucratic inertia. Globally, diplomacy unfolds through ASEAN meetings and wider international dialogues, cultural milestones like TIFF and Oktoberfest, and a Geneva diplomat event aimed at increasing understanding of Judaism in the post-October 7 era.

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ZTE Summit Opens in Kuala Lumpur, Drawing 500 LeadersTech — Sep 8, 2026ZTE capped a week of global events with its 15th Global Summit and related forums in Southeast Asia, co-locating with GSMA M360 ASEAN for the first time and drawing hundreds of officials and industry partners to chart AI-enabled, digital-value networks. The company outlined a roadmap tying connectivity to computing, AI-driven services, and tokenomics while showcasing multi-layer air-based AI-native upgrades and a digital-intelligent ecosystem across Asia-Pacific partnerships.

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Vietnam, Myanmar pledge deeper defense ties, bar hostile use of territory — Sep 4, 2026Vietnam and Myanmar agreed to deepen defense and security cooperation, including officer training, disaster response, information sharing, and joint efforts against transnational crime, while pledging not to allow either side’s territory to be used against the other. They will expand collaboration through ASEAN and Mekong frameworks and broaden economic ties in areas like agriculture, telecommunications, energy, and infrastructure, as Vietnam pursues a broader strategic partnership agenda with Russia and France and related space initiatives.

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Nicole Hardy Curious if this economic side, ag and telecom deals, actually moves faster than the defense talk usually does.

Tickets Planned for 2027 Manchester NBA Game — Aug 10, 2026Tickets for a slate of major events are going on sale soon: NBA Manchester Game 2027 (Spurs vs Pelicans) in Manchester with a ballot system for sale on Sept 17, and ASEAN Championship semi-final fixtures for Singapore’s Lions with Aug 12 online sales; Singapore’s Lions vs Thailand semi-final is also set for Aug 15 with online-only tickets. Other forthcoming tickets include The Game Awards 2026 on Oct 29 for the Dec 10 ceremony, and NBA China Games 2026 in Macau featuring the Mavericks and Rockets with sales starting Aug 12 and a fan day set for Oct 10.

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What hobby should you actually pick up?Quizie — QuizNot another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.

Hormuz Tensions Escalate With Iran Attacks — Jul 20, 2026US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Iran is leveraging the Strait of Hormuz to pressure the world and urged allies to contribute more resources, saying the United States cannot bear the security burden alone. He also emphasized openness to a genuine, binding diplomatic solution while continuing to safeguard global shipping and coordinating with ASEAN, with calls for financial and military support from other nations across multiple reports.

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Rubio Arrives Manila as US Condemns China ActionsWorld — Jul 21, 2026The United States condemned China’s dangerous and aggressive actions after a clash with the Philippine Navy in the South China Sea as Rubio arrived in Manila for ASEAN meetings, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to freedom of navigation and the regional defense umbrella, and signaling openness to a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Manila and Beijing trade allegations over an incident near a disputed outpost, with China denying the Philippine account of a Coast Guard injury.

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