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Diplomatic snub? China and Japan clash over ASEAN encounter

China-Japan Foreign Ministers: China and Japan have offered conflicting accounts of whether their foreign ministers met during the ASEAN Regional Forum in Manila, highlighting worsening ties. Beijing denied any interaction despite Japan's claim of a brief exchange. The dispute reflects lingering tensions over Taiwan, strained diplomacy, declining tourism, and growing…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

China coast guard uses water cannons on 2 Philippine vessels as top diplomats meet in Manila

Chinese coast guard ships have fired water cannons at two Philippine fisheries vessels in the South China Sea

The Independent UK · Jul 24

Acts of terror will have consequences: S Jaishankar at ASEAN Regional Forum

Jaishankar was speaking at the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting in the Philippine capital Manila, where he recognised the forum's importance for discussing political and security issues in the Indo-Pacific.

The Economic Times · Jul 23

EAM Jaishankar meets Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi counterparts on sidelines of ARF meeting in Manila

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Sri Lankan and Bangladeshi counterparts in Manila. He also engaged with EU High Representative Kaja Kallas during his visit. Jaishankar discussed bilateral ties and regional issues with Singapore and Russia. Discussions with China focused on mutual respect and border peace. He also met US…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

US looks to revive Ukraine peace efforts in Rubio-Lavrov meeting

Secretary Rubio will meet Lavrov in Manila to discuss ending the Ukraine war. He also plans to explore other areas of potential cooperation between the two nations. Rubio discussed a recent South China Sea incident with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi. This incident involved Chinese and Filipino forces in a…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

Iran's demands over the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent, Rubio warns Asian leaders

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Asian leaders about Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized the global economic threat and a dangerous international precedent. Rubio also reaffirmed US commitment to countering China's growing regional influence. Diplomats discussed maritime security and territorial disputes in the South China…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

Australia confronts China over ‘destabilising’ Pacific missile test at Asean meet

Beijing tells Canberra to give up ‘double standards’ and not allow prejudice to undermine ties

The Independent UK · Jul 22

Peace at border key to normal India-China ties: Jaishankar to Wang Yi

India's External Affairs Minister met his Chinese counterpart in Manila on Wednesday. Peace and tranquillity in border areas are a prerequisite for normal relations. New Delhi also raised concerns over market access and trade imbalances. Both ministers attended high-level discussions under the ASEAN framework. Recent measures aim to normalize ties…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

Jaishankar reiterates commitment to free Indo-Pacific at Quad meeting

India's External Affairs Minister reaffirmed commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. The Quad foreign ministers met in Manila to review regional developments. They discussed security, economic resilience, and emerging technologies with ASEAN. The ministers expressed unwavering support for ASEAN's unity and central role. This meeting occurred amid growing strategic…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

Rubio to hold talks with China's Wang Yi as regional powers join Asean meeting

MANILA — United States Secretary of State ​Marco Rubio will meet Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on ‌Wednesday on the sidelines of a regional gathering led by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), where the two top diplomats are expected to discuss a possible September summit between their leaders.

Bangkok Post · Jul 22