ASEAN’s Call for ‘Rule of Law’ Masks Diplomatic Dilemma Amid U.S. and Chinese Aggression
As the Philippines chairs ASEAN, its top diplomat urges adherence to international law amid regional tensions fueled by U.S. unilateral actions and China’s assertive moves—exposing the complexities facing Southeast Asia in preserving sovereignty against great power overreach.
In the heart of Cebu, Philippines, ASEAN’s latest summit underscored a pressing challenge: how can Southeast Asian nations maintain their sovereignty and stability when caught between the heavy-handed tactics of global superpowers? Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro's call for restraint and adherence to international law is a necessary reminder; but the question remains — can ASEAN uphold these principles when powerful actors routinely ignore them? Are Regional Stability and National Sovereignty Being Sacrificed? The diplomatic tightrope faced by Southeast Asian nations highlights an uncomfortable truth for America First advocates: while China pushes its aggressive claims in the South China Sea,...
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