U.S. Mission to ASEAN
Recent News About U.S. Mission to ASEAN
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Rubio discusses South China Sea issues with Philippine foreign affairs secretary
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a discussion with Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo regarding mutual concerns, focusing on the actions of the People's Republic of China (PRC) in the South China Sea.
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Rubio discusses strategic partnership with Indonesian Foreign Minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a conversation with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, focusing on the U.S.-Indonesia relationship and its impact on the Indo-Pacific region.
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Rubio discusses trade and regional issues with Vietnam's foreign minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son.
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USASEAN expands leadership program with new initiatives
In 2023, the U.S. Mission to ASEAN (USASEAN) secured permanent allocations for the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), which is recognized as the U.S. Department of State’s leading professional exchange initiative.
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Quad nations reaffirm commitment to Indo-Pacific security
The United States, Australia, India, and Japan have issued a joint statement emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.
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U.S., Philippines discuss defense cooperation and regional security
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Gilberto Teodoro, Jr. engaged in an introductory call to discuss the U.S.-Philippines defense cooperation.
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Defense leaders discuss Indo-Pacific security and training
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in an introductory call with Singapore's Minister of Defense Ng Eng Hen.
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Myanmar crisis escalates four years after military coup
Today marks four years since the Myanmar military overthrew the country's democratically elected government, creating a significant crisis in the Indo-Pacific region.