Iran war, Myanmar crisis and South China Sea rifts under the spotlight in ASEAN ministerial talks
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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In brief
Southeast Asian foreign ministers convene in Manila to address escalating geopolitical tensions affecting the region. Key agenda items include heightened Middle East conflicts, Myanmar's ongoing political instability, and maritime disputes in the South China Sea. The ministerial meeting underscores ASEAN's commitment to regional stability while navigating complex international relations amid growing great power competition and humanitarian concerns.
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Iran war, Myanmar crisis and South China Sea rifts under the spotlight in ASEAN ministerial talks
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Southeast Asia’s top diplomats will express alarm over renewed hostilities in the Middle East when they gather in the Philippine capital Tuesday for talks to be
