Global powers converge on Manila as ASEAN summit kicks off
Southeast Asian heads of state will face questions on trade, security and an ongoing energy crisis while playing host to global leaders.
Manila – The Southeast Asian nations have inaugurated a crucial regional summit on Sunday, grappling with pressing concerns such as trade dynamics, regional security, and a persistent energy crisis. The gathering also serves as a platform for global luminaries, including U.S. President Donald Trump, who is slated to arrive on Tuesday, just as the summit nears its end.
Trump's visit is anticipated to feature a side meeting with India, Japan, and Australia, collectively known as the Quad nations, marking the inaugural such encounter during his second term. The Quad gathering, primarily designed to counterbalance China's growing regional sway, will precede a landmark conclave with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Shenzhen.
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