AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoASEAN Summit: Leaders opened their Manila meeting with calls for unity as regional tensions and global conflicts weigh on trade, energy and security. They agreed to develop a regional critical minerals strategy and adopted a declaration promoting AI access for small businesses. Myanmar: The bloc will keep Myanmar’s political leaders out of summits and foreign ministers’ meetings, while allowing phased engagement and leaving a path back tied to progress on its peace plan. Workers’ Rights: A new ASEAN declaration seeks fairer recruitment, limits on excessive fees and stronger protections for migrant workers. Freedom to Protest: Demonstrations in Manila ended in clashes and mass arrests; the National Union of Journalists said at least 22 media workers reported police harassment, raising concerns over assembly and press freedom. Regional Ties: ASEAN-China talks on a South China Sea code remain unfinished, with negotiations set to continue under Singapore’s chairmanship next year.
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