ASEAN Summit Day Two: Lighter moments include birthday celebrations and new membership

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Day two of the ASEAN Summit featured lighter moments, including Timor-Leste's Prime Minister offering sweets and Brazil's President celebrating his 80th birthday. US President Donald Trump praised Malaysia as a "vibrant country" and commented on Prime Minister Anwar's "artistic" signature. FIFA also announced a new regional football tournament. The summit also saw Timor-Leste's formal acceptance as ASEAN's 11th member and discussions on deepening regional ties amidst a changing geopolitical landscape.


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