US to unveil new economic relations framework for Asia at ASEAN Summit as China warns of war
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Episode notes
US ASEAN Summit is a contrast to the 2016 event with some tough talking expected behind the scenes as the United States continues to pursue a more robust line in countering China with both military alliances and pacts as well as a new economic framework to deepen bilateral engagement with countries within the increasingly significant 10 nation bloc.
Joseph O' Connor reports from Bangkok and Washington DC.
Keywords
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