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Asean resumes push for code of conduct in South China Sea

Sabtu, 09 Mei 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI Gambar dihasilkan oleh AI

At the close of the 48th Asean Leaders’ Meeting in Cebu, the regional bloc renewed its push for an immediate conclusion to negotiations on a legally binding Code of Conduct in the South China Sea to manage disputes.

Marcos and Putin to explore mutual interests in Kazan

President Marcos and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet in Kazan this week to explore ways to strengthen cooperation in areas of mutual interest, the Department of Foreign Affairs said.

Teodoro pitches Philippines as security convergence point at Shangri-La

Senin, 01 Juni 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. urged greater unity among middle powers during his speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue on May 31, describing the Philippines as a convergence point in a fragmented world.

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Marcos calls for stronger ASEAN unity amid Climate Week

Philippines rallies ASEAN for united stance ahead of COP31

The Philippine government is rallying ASEAN neighbors for a strong united position on climate obligations ahead of COP31 in Turkey later this year. Environment Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna stated this during a press briefing on April 27 at the opening of ASEAN Climate Week.

Marcos urges ASEAN to test fuel-sharing pact amid crisis

Rabu, 15 April 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged Southeast Asian nations to activate and test their fuel-sharing pact, citing vulnerabilities exposed by the Middle East conflict for import-dependent economies. The Department of Energy said another round of fuel rollbacks remains possible next week, though officials cautioned against assuming the downtrend will hold amid global oil market volatility. DOE also ordered fuel firms to report storage capacities to prepare for disruptions.

Negara-negara ASEAN terapkan pajak pariwisata baru pada 2026

Beberapa negara Asia Tenggara memperkenalkan atau mempertahankan pajak pariwisata pada 2026 untuk mendanai praktik berkelanjutan dan infrastruktur. Thailand akan membebankan biaya masuk 300 baht bagi wisatawan asing mulai Februari, sementara Bali mewajibkan pembayaran satu kali IDR 150,000. Malaysia menerapkan pajak kamar per malam, dan Vietnam tidak memiliki biaya masuk khusus tetapi diskusi pajak sedang berlangsung.

South Korea supports Philippines' ASEAN hosting

Selasa, 17 Februari 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI

South Korea has expressed support for the Philippines' hosting of the ASEAN Summit this year and its desire to boost ties with the region. Representatives from both countries discussed strengthening relations and expanding investments. They reaffirmed their commitment to bilateral ties ahead of the 77th anniversary of diplomatic relations in March.

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