AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoASEAN Diplomacy in Manila: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told ASEAN partners the Strait of Hormuz toll demand by Iran could set a “dangerous precedent” for controlling international waterways, warning it threatens freedom of navigation and global shipping. US–China Talks: Rubio met China’s Wang Yi to discuss preparations for a possible US–China summit in September, as diplomats also weighed South China Sea tensions and the wider Iran conflict. Brunei in the ASEAN spotlight: Brunei, as ASEAN coordinator with the EU, was cited in remarks by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warning Middle East fallout could hit Southeast Asia’s energy, food and freight costs for the long run. Regional security pledges: Japan’s FM Motegi promised closer ASEAN cooperation to defend territories and territorial waters, while the Quad (US, Japan, Australia, India) reiterated maritime security and disaster response collaboration. ASEAN expands ties: Turkey was granted full Dialogue Partner status, upgrading Ankara’s institutional relationship with ASEAN. Local relevance: Brunei’s legislative council is set to convene its second meeting on Aug 3, and Brunei also launched a certification project for two eco-tourism sites.
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