Australia reaffirms commitment to regional sovereignty and stability, says Penny Wong

KUALA LUMPUR: Australia will continue collaborating with Asean countries and other international partners to ensure a region where sovereignty is protected, stated Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. She emphasised that Australia aims for a region with a balance of power and strategic stability, allowing countries to make their own choices without coercion or duress. "That is Australia’s...

Malaysia to rejuvenate Asean Plus Three, EAS to bolster regional cooperation, says Anwar

LONDON: As chair of Asean in 2025, Malaysia will seek to rejuvenate key mechanisms like the Asean Plus Three and the East Asia Summit (EAS), both of which have been celebrated for their convening power but remain underutilised, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said EAS is the only regional forum dedicated to strategic...