AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoASEAN Security Forum: Top diplomats in Manila met as the Middle East crisis and Strait of Hormuz tensions dominated talks, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warning Iran’s push to control tolls on the waterway would set a dangerous precedent and disrupt global commerce. Ukraine Diplomacy: Rubio also met Russia’s Sergey Lavrov, renewing the US push to help end the “senseless war” in Ukraine, while stressing there’s no quick deal and diplomacy needs sustained effort. Regional Safety & Terror: India’s Jaishankar urged “zero tolerance” for terrorism and said attacks on merchant shipping and civilian infrastructure are unacceptable. US-China Ties: Rubio reassured Asian allies that closer US engagement with Beijing won’t mean they’re abandoned, as he and China’s Wang Yi discussed preparations for Xi’s planned September visit. South China Sea: The Philippines and China exchanged strong protests over a shoal incident involving the China Coast Guard, with Manila alleging harm to Filipino personnel. Brunei Link: Jaishankar met Brunei’s FM Prince Abdul Mateen on tech and bilateral cooperation under ASEAN. Travel Update: Brunei ranked 19th on the Henley Passport Index, with visa-free access to 163 destinations.
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