ASEAN summit

Malaysia on Sunday said it will tighten security for the upcoming ASEAN summit here this week to be attended by several world leaders following the horrific terrorist attacks in Paris that left over 120 people dead.

NEW DELHI: From teaching English to countries unfamiliar with the language to cutting edge IT technology to evocation of the historical ties of the silk route, India will be exploring multiple avenues with the Association of South-East Asian Nations in the forthcoming Indo-ASEAN summit in Cambodia on November 5.

US Vice President Mike Pence would meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his four-nation trip next week, during which he will also attend the US-ASEAN summit and the East Asia Summit in Singapore. Generally, the summit is attended by US President. However, this time Pence would be representing the country at the request of President Trump.

Foreign minister S M Krishna on Friday visited Brunei ahead of the India-ASEAN summit to be held here later this year. Brunei is the country coordinator for India in the ASEAN.

Brace for major traffic snarls due to VVIP movement this week, with 10 heads of state from different countries due to arrive in Delhi for the India-Association of Southeast Asian Nations (India-ASEAN) summit.

NEW DELHI: India will sign a blueprint for a free trade and non-aggression treaty with the 10-member Association of South East Asian Nations (Asean) next week during the second India-ASEAN summit meeting in Bali, foreign secretary Kanwal Sibal told reporters here on Friday.

Amid a war of words between the two countries, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabo and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will have an 'important' meeting in Thailand on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit this week.

Southeast Asian leaders convene in Kuala Lumpur for the 47th ASEAN summit, marked by East Timor's historic 11th-member induction. Discussions will cover regional security, economic integration, and climate action, with key global powers in attendance. The summit also features a peace deal signing between Cambodia and Thailand, mediated by Malaysia.

Japan and ASEAN leaders meet at a special summit to adopt a joint vision emphasizing security cooperation amid tensions with China in the South China Sea. Japan's postwar pacifist stance and trust-building efforts have fostered friendlier relations with ASEAN. Bilateral talks between Japan and ASEAN countries focus on bolstering security ties and maritime security capabilities. Japan announces a new official security assistance program for friendly nations, including Malaysia, to strengthen law enforcement and security capabilities. Japan also offers grants and assistance to Indonesia to advance its maritime security capabilities.

Thailand's new Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will not attend a regional summit of Asia's leaders next week in Jakarta, the foreign ministry announced on Sunday. Srettha was elected prime minister by parliamentary vote last month, and his cabinet was approved by the king on Saturday.

Southeast Asian and Japanese leaders in Tokyo will commit to strengthening maritime security cooperation at a summit focused on boosting economic ties and addressing China's regional assertiveness. Japan and Asean will emphasize the need for a rules-based Indo-Pacific region, peaceful dispute settlement, and respect for territorial integrity. Japan will provide the Philippines with coast guard vessels and a radar system, and discuss a Reciprocal Access Agreement. Japan will also discuss providing rescue boats and drones to Malaysia. The summit will also address energy cooperation, with a meeting of Japan's Asian Zero Emission Community initiative scheduled for Monday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted ASEAN's significance as a "main pillar" of India's Act East Policy during the 47th ASEAN summit. He emphasized shared geography, culture, and values, stating India and ASEAN are not just trade but also cultural partners.

With China's controversial military buildup likely to be a major issue at the ASEAN summit, Premier Li Keqiang on Sunday clearly reiterated Beijing's long-held position that it wants to bilaterally resolve its disputes with its neighbours over the South China Sea.

At the ASEAN summit, being held in the backdrop of a series of terror attacks in Europe and other places, PM Narendra Modi said terrorism is no longer a peripheral problem of the Southeast Asian region, but its long shadow now stretches across the world.

Minor traffic congestions were reported in south and New Delhi due to VVIP movement during the first day of the India-Association of Southeast Asian Nations (India-ASEAN) summit.

With several VIP movements in the capital everyday, traffic police personnel are pulled into ensuring their smooth passage rather than controlling general traffic each time such a movement takes place.

Keeping aside controversial issues like stapled visas and setting a positive tone ahead of his meeting with Wen Jiabao, PM Manmohan Singh said there was huge possibility of India and China working together.

Murli Selvam does not speak a word of Hindi and barely manages English. Yet, he came to listen to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a gathering that had the most diverse diaspora ever coming together to felicitate him overseas.

PM Manmohan Singh left on Sunday for Kuala Lumpur to attend a summit with leaders of the 10-member ASEAN nations.

Malaysia is preparing to host the 46th ASEAN summit, where leaders will address critical regional issues, including the Myanmar conflict and South China Sea disputes. Amidst US tariff concerns, Asean aims to strengthen economic ties with China, India, and the EU. Despite US-China rivalry, Asean remains committed to dialogue and regional stability, seeking peaceful resolutions to ongoing challenges.

PM Narendra Modi will visit Jakarta next week on September 6-7 for the India-ASEAN summit and also East Asia Summit, the government said on Saturday in an official announcement. The PM will be back in time for a bilateral summit with US President Joe Biden on September 8, before heading into the G20 meetings the next day.

PM Modi and US President Trump are likely to have a bilateral meeting on Monday on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in Philippines. Modi will arrive on Sunday to attend the 15th ASEAN- India summit and 12th East Asia summit on November 14.

NEW DELHI: A long-term partnership document was expected to materialise at the summit, giving India an added momentum to relations with the countries of the regional grouping.

Leaders from Southeast Asia and Japan will hold talks on boosting security ties with an eye on China and Tokyo's contentious efforts on energy cooperation. Japan agreed to help the Philippines secure new coast guard vessels, supply a radar system, and start talks on deploying troops. Japan and ASEAN will commit to strengthening security cooperation, including maritime security. The leaders will stress the need for a rules-based Indo-Pacific region, peaceful dispute settlement, and respect for territorial integrity. Japan will also push energy cooperation at the summit.

In his opening address at the India-ASEAN summit, the prime minister said enhancing surface, air and maritime connectivity between India and 10 nations of the bloc will significantly boost regional trade and economic growth. Modi said there was opportunity for boosting cooperation in the maritime security sphere and blue economy as well as in areas of agriculture, engineering, digital technology and scientific research.