Tag: ASEAN

India is aiming to address a growing trade imbalance with ASEAN by revamping its existing free trade agreement.  Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce Rajesh Agrawal highlights the need for a review of the deal, citing concerns over tariff asymmetry and potential misuse.

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent four-day visit to China and, his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping shows a shared vision which opposes protectionism, advances trade liberalisation, and promotes a multipolar world.

At the recent Jakarta Forum on ASEAN-China Relations, leaders and experts gathered to celebrate the deepening economic ties between ASEAN and China. The event highlighted how both sides have made significant progress in trade, investment, and people-to-people connectivity.

The 38th ASEAN Senior Amateur Golf Championships was held in Thailand this month and according to CASGA Secretary General Dato Shamsudin Ismail, sports is a great way to strengthen diplomatic ties in ASEAN.

Burma Human Rights Network Executive Director Kyaw Win says that Malaysian leaders are vocal about the plight of Muslims in Myanmar and urges them to use their influence under Malaysia’s ASEAN’s chairmanship in 2025.