Why ASEAN membership matters for Southeast Asia’s smallest economy: It’s a ‘credible signal’ of stability to wary international investors

Timor-Leste’s ASEAN admission “reflects the strength of its democracy, built through regular elections, peaceful political ...
The Economist

At long last, Timor-Leste joins ASEAN

The former Portuguese colony, once called East Timor, has come a long way since 2002, when it gained independence from ...
The Diplomat

‘History Is Made’: Timor-Leste Becomes ASEAN’s 11th Member

The country’s admission caps off a 14-year journey toward accession, but also presents new challenges for the Southeast Asian ...

When and what is the ASEAN Summit 2025? What to know as Trump arrives

President Donald Trump, during his trip to Asia, will participate in the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia before making stops in ...

East Timor formally admitted to ASEAN in the group’s first expansion since the 1990s

East Timor has been formally admitted into the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in the group’s first expansion since ...

China Urges Joint Efforts With Japan, South Korea, ASEAN in Science and Tech

China's Premier Li Qiang, gives his opening remark as Japan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi, center, and ...

East Timor, Asia's youngest nation, becomes ASEAN's 11th member

Asia's youngest nation East Timor on Sunday became the 11th member of the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN, fulfilling a vision set ...
The Manila Times

Jollibee named Asean’s Top Restaurant Brand

JOLLIBEE has once again reaffirmed its status as an iconic brand, as it emerged as Asean’s top Restaurant Brand in Brand Finance’s Asean 500 2025 report.

PM Wong meets leaders of Brazil, South Africa and European Council at Asean Summit sidelines

The meetings took place on the first day of the 47th Asean Summit in the Malaysian capital. Read more at straitstimes.com.