Counter Terrorism main agenda in Australia-ASEAN Security Dialogue

Counter-terrorism will be the main focus of the security aspect of the Dialogue between Australia and the 10-member ASEAN. Image: Philippine-Ambassador Minda Calaguian-Cruz talks to leaders of the Filipino community in Sydney.

Source: SBS Filipino

But Philippine Ambassador to Australia Minda Calaguian-Cruz says, the military build-up  by China in the South China Sea under the territory of the Philippines is not expected to be discussed.

Other ASEAN countries like Vietnam also claim portions of islands in the South China Sea.

Trade and economy  will also be part of the agenda.