The act authorizes $1.5 billion in new spending for U.S. initiatives in Asia.

With its independence under threat, the bloc really has just one option.

Why Trump’s no-show at the East Asia Summit is a massive own goal.

Trump must show that he can think strategically and not just transactionally to avoid the worst.

Donald Trump goes to Asia for the first time as president. What can we expect?

The recent ASEAN meetings capped an alarming trend of eroding U.S. influence.

The United States can ensure its relevance in Asia by strengthening ties with ASEAN.

A recent survey depicts a dim view of U.S. regional engagement, and an opening for China.

Trump needs a coherent U.S. policy toward ASEAN.

Insights from Joseph Chinyong Liow.

"As the world’s most powerful democracy, the United States can and should do more to support Southeast Asia’s democracies."

Rather than relying on attention from the U.S., ASEAN members should work to maintain the bloc's relevance.

Don't hold out too much hope for a unified stance at the upcoming ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meeting in Laos.

Despite more U.S. engagement, Southeast Asian countries are getting better at hedging.

As China's influence rises, Washington is seeking to expand its own economic and trade ties in Southeast Asia.

The Diplomat‘s Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran discuss the recent U.S.-ASEAN Summit.