World

ASEAN-China week opens in Beijing

The ASEAN-China Week kicked off on May 23 in the Chinese capital of Beijing as part of activities to celebrate the 25 th anniversary of China-ASEAN Dialogue Relations.
ASEAN-China week opens in Beijing ảnh 1Illustrative photo (Source:Internet)

Beijing (VNA) – The ASEAN-China Week kicked off on May 23 in the Chinese capital of Beijing as part of activities to celebrate the 25 th anniversary of China-ASEAN Dialogue Relations.

The event drew the participation of Ambassadors from the ten member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as well as a number of the host country’s officials.

Speaking at the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to China Dang Minh Khoi said that the relationship between the bloc and China has developed strongly in the past 25 years.

ASEAN is China’s third largest trade partner while China has been one of the leading partners of the bloc since 2009, he said.

The ambassador added that the establishment of the ASEAN Community is a solid foundation for both sides to bring their relations to a new level.

At the opening ceremony, Secretary General of the ASEAN-China Centre (ACC) Yang Xiuping said that the ACC will continue serving as a bridge to boost exchanges between the Chinese Government and ASEAN member nations, actively contributing to the relations among the two sides’ people.

Within the framework of the Week, which runs until May 29, a series of activities are being organised, including seminars, forums, exhibitions, and cultural festivals.

Last year, two-way trade between China and ASEAN reached 472.2 billion USD and direct investment worth over 150 billion USD was reported.

Over 18 million bilateral visits were made between the two sides in the year.-VNA

VNA
#ASEAN-China Week #China-ASEAN Dialogue Relations #Beijing China ASEAN
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

China, ASEAN boost people-to-people dialogue

China, ASEAN boost people-to-people dialogue

The China-Southeast Asia High-level People-to-People Dialogue was held in Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region in China on June 4, under the theme “Peace for Development and Cooperation for Win-Win-Common Dream and Aspiration of the People”.

See more

Participants at the WTO’s first regular meeting in 2026 in Geneva (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam pushes for consensus ahead of WTO ministerial conference

Vietnam stressed the importance of ensuring policy space for WTO members, particularly amid green and digital transitions, while calling for the full and effective restoration of the WTO’s dispute settlement system – an important pillar of the multilateral trading system.

Illustrative photo: Internet

Malaysia’s semiconductor market may reach 4.6 billion USD by 2030

Based on forecasts by LightCounting, a market research firm specialising in optical communications and photonics, the OSAT share of the datacom market in Malaysia could grow from about 1.7 billion USD in 2025 to 4.6 billion USD by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate of around 22%.

BMA Governor Chadchart Sittipunt (Source: pattayamail.com)

Bangkok moves to respond to summer heat

The BMA has identified hundreds of strategic locations to help reduce the risk of heatstroke among residents. More than 600 cooling spots have been set up at parks, BMA-run schools, vocational colleges, health centres and 50 district offices. The city administration has also activated 2,806 clean drinking water stations across all 50 districts of the capital.

Illustrative Image (Photo: nationthailand.com)

Thailand unveils resilience strategy to balance exports

Thailand’s exports reached 339.635 billion USD in 2025, the highest on record and up 12.9% from 2024. In January 2026, exports continued strong growth, rising 24.4% year-on-year to 31.57 billion USD, marking the 19th consecutive month of expansion.

Indonesian Deputy Chair of Commission IV of the House of Representatives (DPR) Alex Indra Lukman. (Photo: ANTARA)

Indonesia’s rice reserve sufficient for nearly one year

Data from the Ministry of Agriculture showed that the country’s total rice reserve stands at nearly 28 million tonnes, including 3.76 million tonnes managed by the state logistics agency Bulog, 12.5 million tonnes held by households, and about 11.73 million tonnes of standing crop awaiting harvest.

Malaysia's Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Sim Tze Tzin (Photo: www.thestar.com.my)

Malaysia’s investment hits record high

Latest data from the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) showed that the country recorded 426.7 billion MYR in approved investments in 2025, the highest level on record and an 11% increase from 2024.

President of the Tourism Council of Thailand Chai Arunanondchai (Photo: nationthailand.com)

Thai tourism to face big challenges due to Middle East conflicts

Thailand’s tourism sector has been directly affected and is facing severe volatility, both in terms of travel costs and tourist numbers after one week of Middle East conflicts, according to President of the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) Chai Arunanondchai.

Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas (centre), Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun (left), and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow at the Bhumjaithai Party forum in Buri Ram province on March 8. (Photo: bangkokpost.com)

Thailand unveils “10 Plus” strategy to weather global instability

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said the policy package focuses on concrete economic measures, including initiatives to help low-income households, elderly citizens and small businesses reduce debt, thereby supporting national economic growth.

Thailand takes strong action against complicity in cybercrime

Thailand takes strong action against complicity in cybercrime

Airin Phanrit, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, said the damage caused by call centre scams is evident, with some Thais involved in fraudulent activities against their compatriots, including receiving money to open mule accounts. She urged the public, especially young people, not to be tempted by small sums of money to register SIM cards or give personal information to fraudsters for use in online criminal activities.