U.S. Secretary of State Rubio Addresses Iran Conflict and Regional Security at ASEAN Meeting
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Marco Rubio, ASEAN Foreign Ministers, Wang Yi
Manila, Philippines
July 22, 2026
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz threatens the global economy. Rubio reaffirmed U.S. commitment to ASEAN despite the focus on the Middle East conflict. Discussions held with Quad partners regarding maritime security and countering China's influence. Rubio met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss recent escalations in the South China Sea.
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