Tropical storms Luis and Maymay, along with a strengthened southwest monsoon, have caused torrential rains in the Philippines, resulting in at least 19 deaths, 4 missing, and 15 injured, with over 2.27 million people affected across nine regions.
Colby reassured regional allies in Manila that the US is not disengaging from Asia, despite notable omissions regarding recent criticism of Beijing's actions at a disputed reef.
The Philippines officially presented its partial submission on its extended continental shelf to the UN Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf on July 28, demonstrating its commitment to the UN Charter and UNCLOS for a peaceful South China Sea.
The Philippines and Ukraine are exploring a "Drone Deal" framework, with initial discussions held in Kyiv between Ukrainian presidential aide Ihor Zhovkva and Philippine Undersecretary of National Defence Salvador Mison. The potential agreement aims to deepen defense ties through drone co-production, technology exchange, and cybersecurity cooperation.
The 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Manila provided a rare neutral platform for major powers like the US, China, and Russia to engage amidst global tensions, reaffirming ASEAN's centrality in regional diplomacy and addressing issues like the South China Sea and energy security.
China, through an article published under the pen name Jun Sheng, issued a stern warning against forces seeking to stir up trouble in the South China Sea, stating it has "rich and powerful" options to safeguard peace and stability and will respond resolutely to any malicious attempts against its interests.
Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. warns of potential grey-zone influence and disinformation through Chinese academic exchanges, citing Jinan University's role in training language teachers in Manila, linked to a recent Batanes Islands sovereignty controversy.
US Undersecretary Jacob Helberg commits to the Philippines that the Pax Silica Industrial Hub, part of a US-led AI supply chain initiative, will not erode Manila's sovereignty, despite concerns over job creation, farming community displacement, and environmental impact.
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun sought to deepen cooperation with regional partners at ASEAN-led meetings in Manila, addressing security and economic challenges. However, North Korea's absence from the ARF and limited exchanges with China and Russia highlighted a divided regional landscape.
China and Asean foreign ministers released a joint statement in Manila, addressing the ongoing energy crisis and the Middle East conflict, calling for a ceasefire and peaceful resolution, and welcoming US-Iran negotiations.
Kremlin Sözcüsü Dmitriy Peskov, Rusya'nın Ukrayna'daki özel askeri operasyonuna hedeflere ulaşana kadar devam edeceğini belirtti. Peskov, ABD'nin Anchorage zirvesindeki uzlaşıların başarısız olduğunu açıklamasının ardından yeni tekliflerini beklediklerini, ancak bunların Rusya için kabul edilebilir olması gerektiğini vurguladı.
Hong Kong's weather forecaster will issue a No 1 warning signal Friday evening as Typhoon Noul is expected to come closest to the city between Saturday night and Sunday morning, moving northwest from near Manila.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira in Manila, offering China's support for Brazil's sovereignty, security, and development interests. In return, Wang requested Brazil's support for China's "core interests," including Taiwan, Tibet, Xinjiang, and Hong Kong, following new US tariffs on Brazilian goods.
L’Ue ha approvato il 21esimo pacchetto di sanzioni contro la Russia, con nuove misure sul price cap del petrolio. Nel frattempo continuano attacchi, tensioni diplomatiche e discussioni su negoziati, escalation e sostegno all’Ucraina.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged North Korea to respond to dialogue offers for peace on the Korean Peninsula at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and East Asia Summit (EAS) in Manila, where participants also discussed regional security issues like the South China Sea and Middle East.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to accelerate discussions on security issues, including Seoul's nuclear-powered submarine development and uranium enrichment rights, during ASEAN-related meetings in Manila, amidst ongoing bilateral economic cooperation and regulatory tensions.
En la cumbre de la ASEAN en Manila, el secretario de Estado de EE. UU., Marco Rubio, y el ministro de Exteriores ruso, Serguéi Lavrov, se reunieron por media hora. El diálogo confirmó que la comunicación persiste, pero no hubo avances para desbloquear la guerra en Ucrania, con posturas inalteradas sobre las condiciones de paz.
North Korea has skipped the annual ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) for the second consecutive year, signaling a preference for bilateral diplomacy with Russia and China over multilateral engagements. South Korea urged Pyongyang to resume dialogue and comply with UN resolutions.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met for 35 minutes at the ASEAN summit in Manila, their first talks since September 2025. They discussed Ukraine, bilateral ties, and the Persian Gulf. Russia reiterated its peace terms, while the US called for new proposals, noting Kiev rejected prior ones, highlighting stalled peace efforts.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held over half an hour of talks in Manila, initiated by the US. Discussions covered the Ukraine conflict, arms supplies, diplomatic mission conditions, and regional issues. Both sides agreed to continue contacts.
South Korea, China, and Japan urged stronger cooperation on supply chains, food, and energy security at the 27th ASEAN Plus Three Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila, citing vulnerabilities exposed by the Middle East crisis and geopolitical challenges, while also discussing Korean Peninsula stability.
Il ministro degli Esteri russo Serghei Lavrov ha incontrato il segretario di Stato Usa Marco Rubio a Manila, informandolo sulla situazione al fronte in Ucraina e ribadendo l'opposizione all'armamento di Kiev. Ha espresso la disponibilità russa a una soluzione politica, richiamando proposte precedenti.
Analysts view a proposed Indonesia-Philippines power link as crucial for addressing Philippine domestic energy issues, despite geographical and supply-chain challenges. The Philippines, as ASEAN chair, is advancing regional energy cooperation, while also addressing US-Iran tensions at ministerial meetings.
Rusya Dışişleri Bakanı Sergey Lavrov, Manila'da ABD Dışişleri Bakanı Marco Rubio ile görüşmesinde ABD'nin Ukrayna'ya silah sevkiyatını 'kabul edilemez' olarak nitelendirdi. Görüşmede Ukrayna savaşı ve olası arabuluculuk ele alınırken, Avrupa Birliği Rusya'ya karşı finans ve enerji sektörlerini hedef alan 21. yaptırım paketini onayladı.
