Asean's top diplomats meet in shadow of US-Iran conflict
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-07-21 22:15 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Defence, Middle East, Asia, Military & Defence, Iran, Philippines, Energy, Economy & Finance, China, International Orgs, World News, Business & Economy, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific
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Foreign ministers from the 11-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations and major partners gathered in Manila on Tuesday against a backdrop of instability beyond the region since the US and Iran resumed open conflict, raising concerns about energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, as well as inflation and global growth.
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