In his last interview, Surin calls on regional bloc to choose friends wisely, be more self-reliant
Country Garden eyes major project despite Beijing's clampdown on outbound investment
Deals in the works with Southeast Asia over gas and food
Auction for deepwater blocks is the next big event in the world of petroleum
World's top LNG producer wants to import more food and sell more gas
Critics cite limitations, such as ability of nations to opt out of key provisions
'America first' takes second place to trade deals being crafted by China
Exports keep region's six big economies looking good, but tailwinds are weakening
Current strong GDP largely due to external factors -- exports and tourism
Farm products, smartphone shipments fuel expansion
Southeast Asia hardens its stance toward Pyongyang over nuclear development
Broad agreement on US-less trade pact could set the tone for other deals
Second straight year of growth gives makers reasons to plan long-term
US push for bilateral trade deals could make or break its regional influence
Duterte stresses Asia-Pacific framework is not just another trade deal
Leaders vow to work together in face of' 'inward-looking' politics
China expected to decelerate while India, Southeast Asia gather steam
ASEAN meetings proving to be missed chance to secure China's commitment
US president had plenty of sugar for 'strong and prosperous' partners
Japan signs deal with ASEAN covering services and investment
11-nation agreement could have knock-on effects on future trade deals
Gathering focused on trade, leaving China unchecked on South China Sea issue
Leaders call for removal of 'market distorting subsidies'
President demands 'fairness and reciprocity' through bilateral deals