(Analysis) The recent East Asia Summit (EAS) in Vientiane, Laos, has exposed growing cracks in ASEAN’s ability to maintain neutrality. China and Russia’s joint move to block an ASEAN-drafted statement has raised concerns about the bloc’s future role. This development marks a significant shift in regional dynamics and highlights the increasing pressure on Southeast Asian […]
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