Trump informs ASEAN leaders that he is dedicated to fostering friendship and goodwill.
Trump Engages with ASEAN Leaders in Malaysia During the ASEAN summit in Malaysia, President Donald Trump communicated to leaders that his trip to Asia aimed to “fulfill a mission of friendship and goodwill” while also strengthening trade relationships. The President participated in the summit in Kuala Lumpur after signing a peace agreement involving Thailand and […]
ASEAN is falling apart, and no one wants to acknowledge it
For many years, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has been viewed as a cornerstone of regional stability, especially in the eyes of the U.S. and other governments. It’s seen as a model for consensus-driven diplomacy and a possible counterbalance to China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific. However, in 2025, this perception feels increasingly outdated. […]
What is ASEAN, union referenced in Hegseth hearing
Sen. Tammy Duckworth put Pete Hegseth's foreign policy acumen to the test during Tuesday's confirmation hearing for President-elect Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon. The Illinois Democrat asked Hegseth to name one country in ASEAN, or the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, that is important to the United States, and then she asked how many […]