Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs
@USAsiaPacific
Welcome to the official account of @StateDept's Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs.
We’re celebrating all that makes 🇺🇸 great on our @expo2025_japan National Day. Drop by the @USA_Pavilion_ to be energized and inspired by the 🇺🇸 spirit of collaboration and innovation. @WhiteHouse @SecScottBessent @LChavezDeRemer @DeputySecState @USComGenExpo @Scavino47
A strong U.S.-ASEAN partnership and a stable Indo-Pacific is in our national interest. 🇺🇸🤝🌏 @SecRubio’s first trip to Asia as Secretary of State took him to Malaysia to deliver results for America and our allies in Southeast and East Asia.
In Kuala Lumpur, I had the honor of presenting a challenge coin to one of our courageous Marines as a token of appreciation for his service in support of the Department’s mission in Malaysia. The commitment of our Marine Security Guards to our nation, while stationed far from…
I had a wonderful first meeting with Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape yesterday to discuss the partnership between the 🇺🇸 and 🇵🇬. Our nations both want to promote security and prosperity through deepened cooperation. I also expressed my hope to visit Papua New Guinea…
Thirty years ago, the U.S. and Vietnam began a remarkable journey from former foes to Comprehensive Strategic Partners. Today, we recognize this important milestone and reaffirm our commitment to advancing peace, prosperity, and security together for a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Productive meeting in Malaysia today with Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi and Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoon-joo. Our trilateral partnership is indispensable as we work together to uphold peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.
Spoke with my counterparts at the 15th annual East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting about ways our partnerships can continue making America safer and more secure. Addressed the threats in the region and talked about building prosperity by creating high-quality jobs for our…
Had a chance to meet the teams at @USEmbassyKL and @USMission2ASEAN. Their dedication has helped Americans, Malaysians, and others across Southeast Asia by strengthening our relationships across the region.
Had a wide-ranging discussion with 26 of my counterparts during the @ASEAN Regional Forum. We talked about threats in the region that impact Americans and agreed to continue addressing them together. We'll find new areas of cooperation to fight transnational crime, shut down…
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today had an introductory meeting with Secretary of State of the United States, Marco Rubio, on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Both sides touched upon…
Malaysia and the United States have a strong partnership rooted in our close economic and security ties. Thank you, Prime Minister Anwar and @MalaysiaMFA Foreign Minister Hasan, for hosting the ASEAN-related Foreign Ministers' Meetings and discussing ways to continue the…
Joined the ASEAN-U.S. Post-Ministerial Conference in Malaysia today. The United States’ partnership with @ASEAN has produced wins for our country. Finding solutions to the region’s most pressing challenges is a key part of @POTUS’s vision for a safer and stronger America.
Today I signed an MOU with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan on civil nuclear cooperation. We are committed to unleashing American nuclear energy and strengthening cooperation to advance shared energy security and economic goals.
In Kuala Lumpur for meetings with my @ASEAN nation counterparts. A strong U.S.-ASEAN partnership is in our best interest, and we intend to make sure it keeps delivering results for America and our allies.
✈️@SecRubio is traveling to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — his first trip to Asia as Secretary of State. He will reaffirm the United States’ commitment to advancing a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region at the @ASEAN-United States Post-Ministerial Conference, the East Asia…
The Quad is delivering real results by addressing the region's most pressing challenges. 🇺🇸🇦🇺🇮🇳🇯🇵
🇺🇸🇦🇺🇮🇳🇯🇵 are committed to the Indo-Pacific, reflecting American and shared interests. This year we delivered medical teams, supplies, and vital care to earthquake-affected communities. Our collaboration doesn't stop there! Read more here: state.gov/releases/offic…
The Foreign Ministers from the United States, Australia, India, and Japan gathered in Washington D.C. on July 1 for the Quad Foreign Minister’s Meeting. 🇺🇸🇦🇺🇮🇳🇯🇵 are leveraging resources and expertise to make our nations stronger, safer, and more prosperous!