Political parties
President Dr. Patrick Herminie took the oath of office on October 26, 2025, following a closely contested election in which he secured 52.7% of the votes, defeating Wavel Ramkalawan of the Linyon Demokratik Seselwa (LDS) party. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by a delegation of leaders from India, China,
Modi, Narendra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit, held virtually in Kuala Lumpur, where he reaffirmed India's continued support for ASEAN unity and centrality. Modi congratulated Timor-Leste on becoming the 11th member of ASEAN and welcomed its delegation to the first ASEAN-India Summit as a full
Prime ministers
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has sparked a significant shift in regional politics by raising the issue of the South China Sea during her talks at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Kuala Lumpur. Her meetings with regional leaders, including Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Malaysian
Prime ministers
Vietnamese and Southeast Asian leaders were in attendance at the 47th ASEAN Summit, held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, a major economic hub in the region. The event drew the attention of presidents and prime ministers from around the world, including Brazil, Canada, and the European Union. The summit
Prime ministers
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined hosts Clint Stanaway and Alison Piotrowski on the Today show to discuss various topics, including the 40th anniversary of Uluru and Kata Tjuta's handback to Indigenous Australians, the country's regional engagement, and its critical minerals deal with the US. Albanese
Peace negotiations
In a groundbreaking day in Kuala Lumpur, President Donald J. Trump brokered the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords between Thailand and Cambodia, securing reciprocal trade deals with Malaysia and Cambodia, and issuing Joint Trade Statements with Thailand and Vietnam. This historic achievement marks a significant milestone in international diplomacy, solidifying long-term
Peace negotiations
In a groundbreaking day in Kuala Lumpur, President Donald J. Trump brokered the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords between Thailand and Cambodia, securing reciprocal trade deals with Malaysia and Cambodia, and issuing Joint Trade Statements with Thailand and Vietnam. This historic achievement marks a significant milestone in international diplomacy, solidifying long-term
Modi, Narendra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that the 21st century is the century of India and the ASEAN nations, highlighting India's vision for a shared, inclusive, and sustainable future in partnership with Southeast Asia. He emphasized that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a major pillar of
Prime ministers
The city of Kuala Lumpur is set to become the epicenter of global diplomacy this weekend as Malaysia hosts the 47th Asean Summit, a high-profile meeting that will bring together leaders from around the world to discuss regional peace, economic cooperation, and trade agreements. At the center of the summit
Prime ministers
The Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening ties with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) during the recent ASEAN Summit. In a keynote speech, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the strategic importance of the India-ASEAN relationship, emphasizing their shared
Foreign ministers
Former Indian foreign secretary Shyam Saran has expressed concerns that India-US relations may not return to their previous upward trajectory despite progress on trade talks. Saran cautioned that the changing geopolitics, including the US's diminished focus on the Indo-Pacific strategy, and President Trump's outreach to Pakistan,
Modi, Narendra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that the 21st century is the century of India and the ASEAN nations, highlighting India's vision for a shared, inclusive, and sustainable future in partnership with Southeast Asia. He emphasized that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a major pillar of
