Southeast Asian leaders denounce violence in Myanmar and extend ban on its leader

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ASEAN leaders begin three-day talks in Manila

Southeast Asian leaders opened their annual summit in Manila on Nov. 15 for three days of talks, AsiaOne reported. The Winnipeg Free Press and Japan Today said major conflicts and their effects are prominent on the agenda, while the Philippine Canadian Inquirer reported that US trade policies are also drawing attention. Anadolu Agency said leaders are seeking practical discussions on Myanmar, and reports differ on the extent of Donald Trump’s participation: AsiaOne said he would lead dialogues with world leaders, while GazetteXtra said he was expected to join final talks.