China has agreed to sign the Southeast Asian Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) treaty, committing without reservation to restrict nuclear activity in the region. This development occurred during the ASEAN foreign ministers' meeting in Kuala Lumpur, attended by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The treaty aims to shield the region from rising global security threats, particularly amid the backdrop of imminent US tariffs targeting ASEAN nations. ASEAN has been actively seeking commitments from nuclear powers to respect the non-nuclear status of the area, signifying a cooperative approach to regional security.
China has confirmed its willingness to sign the Southeast Asian Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) treaty, an agreement in force since 1997 that restricts nuclear activity.
Malaysia's Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohamad Hasan stated that China’s commitment to the treaty is without reservation, with formal signing expected after documentation is completed.
ASEAN has long urged the world's five recognized nuclear powers to sign the pact, which respects the region's non-nuclear status, including in exclusive economic zones.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Asia coincides with uncertainty due to Trump's tariff strategy, which includes new levies on six ASEAN nations.
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