ASEAN – Ukraine is urging the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) to halt discussions with Russia while the country’s conflict, which has killed over 3,000 people, continues. “We feel that international isolation of Russia is critical. Russia should be removed from the Asean strategic alliance “In an interview in Makati City on Thursday, Ukrainian Ambassador to the Philippines Olexander …

The Philippines has called for the Southeast Asian countries as well as the dialogue partners in intensifying its efforts regarding the matter of transnational crime, terrorism, and maritime security despite the pandemic. Foreign Affairs Acting Undersecretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro brought up the matter during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Regional Forum (ARF) meeting of senior officials which was …