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Does ASEAN Actually Matter?
This year's summit reflects the prominent place that ASEAN occupies in Asia’s diplomatic calendar. But some say the organization has devolved into an ineffective talk-shop.

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Law and policy measures that prioritize sustainable agriculture are needed to address India’s environmental challenges.
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Trump, Xi Attacks on Rights a Challenge for APEC Summit
At a summit dominated by two leaders who have demonstrated utter hostility to the international system, human rights law, and democratic principles, how should rights-respecting, democratic countries respond?
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Does ASEAN Actually Matter?
This year's summit reflects the prominent place that ASEAN occupies in Asia’s diplomatic calendar. But some say the organization has devolved into an ineffective talk-shop.








