The Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship: Turning people, peace, and prosperity into results

The Philippines’ chairship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations or ASEAN in 2026 comes at a consequential moment for Southeast Asia. The region is navigating intensifying major-power rivalry, maritime tensions, energy and food insecurity, digital disruption, climate risks, and uneven development among member states. The ASEAN is now an 11-member community following Timor-Leste’s accession, […]