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Philippines calls for freeze on actions in S. China Sea
AFP, Published on 16/06/2014
» The Philippines on Monday called on nations with overlapping claims in the South China Sea to halt all action that could provoke tensions in the area, amid fears of China's expansionism.
Myanmar diplomatic debut tested by China sea spats
AFP, Published on 10/05/2014
» Surging tensions in the South China Sea dominated a meeting of Southeast Asia's regional bloc Saturday, presenting a challenging diplomatic debut for Myanmar as it hosts the talks for the first time.
Japan pledges $20bn for Asean
AFP, Published on 14/12/2013
» TOKYO - Japan has pledged $20 billion in aid and loans to Southeast Asia, the latest step in its bid to woo global public opinion in a territorial dispute with China.
Japan seeks Asean backing on China with $20 bn pledge
AFP, Published on 14/12/2013
» Japan pledged $20 billion in aid and loans to Southeast Asia on Saturday, the latest step in its bid to woo global public opinion in a territorial dispute with China.
Japan's PM warns China on use of force
AFP, Published on 27/10/2013
» Japan is ready to counter China if it resorts to force in the pursuit of its geopolitical interests, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said in an interview published Saturday.
China extends hand to wary SE Asia at summit
AFP, Published on 09/10/2013
» China offered an olive branch Wednesday to Southeast Asian nations wary of its territorial claims, displaying its growing influence at another summit notable for US President Barack Obama's absence.
China seeks to soothe sea rifts at Asia summit
AFP, Published on 09/10/2013
» Asian leaders met against a backdrop of divisive territorial disputes and flagging free trade efforts Wednesday, with China flexing more diplomatic muscle in the absence of US President Barack Obama.
US firms doubt AEC single market goal
AFP, Published on 20/08/2013
» SINGAPORE - Two leading American business groups Tuesday said US firms operating in Asean countries are sceptical the regional bloc can meet a 2015 deadline to establish a single market.
Japan PM heads to Myanmar on sales mission
AFP, Published on 24/05/2013
» Prime Minister Shinzo Abe flies to Myanmar Friday bearing almost $1 billion in development aid and a plan for a nationwide electricity grid as Japan tries to grab the box seats in the country's quickening development.
Southeast Asian leaders urge China to discuss rows
AFP, Published on 25/04/2013
» Southeast Asian leaders on Thursday called for urgent talks with China to ensure that increasingly tense territorial disputes over the South China Sea did not escalate into violence.