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Opinion - To win over Southeast Asia, America must be humble

9 Sept 15:48 Key points summarised by AI

A new report advocates for the US to adopt a humble, consistent, and consultative approach in Southeast Asia, recognizing its position as one of several regional actors.
The US must re-prioritize economic engagement in the region, learning from past missteps like exiting the Trans-Pacific Partnership, to effectively counter China's growing economic influence.
The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) is gaining acceptance by avoiding past US pressures and focusing on collaborative standard-setting and capacity building, as demonstrated by participating nations like Thailand.
Strengthening US support for ASEAN is crucial to enhance Washington's regional influence, requiring the Biden administration to deliver more tangible outcomes beyond expressed interest.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.