Philippines Hosts ASEAN Foreign Minister Retreat to Tackle Regional Issues

Philippines hosts ASEAN foreign minister retreat to tackle regional issues

CEBU, Philippines — Foreign ministers from Southeast Asia began a meeting on Thursday to tackle key issues in the region, including tensions in the South

Philippines hosts ASEAN foreign ministers’ retreat to tackle regional issues

It aims to set the group’s agenda for 2026 under the chairmanship of the Philippines.  Read more at straitstimes.com.

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