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ASEAN Calls for Halt to Middle East War

Analysis based on 14 articles · First reported Mar 13, 2026 · Last updated Mar 13, 2026

Sentiment
-40
Attention
4
Articles
14
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The Middle East conflict is causing significant economic repercussions for Southeast Asian economies, primarily through surging Petroleum prices and disrupted trade routes. This has led to heightened volatility in global energy markets and prompted the ASEAN to implement measures to stabilize their economies.

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Event Summary

ASEAN (ASEAN) foreign and economic ministers called for an immediate halt to the Middle East conflict, citing its severe economic impacts on Southeast Asia. These impacts include surging Petroleum prices, which are trading near $100 a barrel, and disruptions to global trade and supply chains. The Philippines, chairing ASEAN this year, convened a special meeting to address these concerns, particularly regarding the Iran conflict. The ministers emphasized the importance of keeping global energy supply chains open and activating regional mechanisms to mitigate economic fallout. The region's exposure to global oil and LNG supply routes makes it vulnerable to further shocks. The Philippines, heavily dependent on Middle East fuel, is considering buying oil from Russia. Reinforcing supply chain resilience, accelerating renewable energy transitions, and deepening regional cooperation are deemed essential for economic stability.

Key Actions
90 ASEAN called for immediate halt to Middle East war Middle East
85 ASEAN rolling out measures to counter economic impact
80 Iran vowed to keep Strait of Hormuz closed Strait of Hormuz
70 Philippines convened special meeting on Iran conflict Iran
60 Philippines considering buying oil Russia
Entities Involved
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Middle East
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing surging oil prices and disrupted trade, significantly impacting Southeast Asia's economies. The region's reliance on Middle Eastern fuel imports makes it particularly vulnerable to further shocks.
Importance 95 Sentiment -70
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ASEAN
The ASEAN (ASEAN) ministers called for an immediate halt to the Middle East conflict due to its negative economic impacts on Southeast Asia, including surging oil prices and disrupted trade. ASEAN is implementing measures to conserve energy, stabilize domestic markets, and protect vulnerable sectors like tourism.
Importance 90 Sentiment 0
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Petroleum
Petroleum prices are trading near $100 a barrel due to supply worries exacerbated by the Middle East conflict and the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This volatility significantly impacts global energy markets.
Importance 85 Sentiment 50
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Philippines
The Philippines, chairing the ASEAN this year, convened a special meeting due to concerns over the Iran conflict. As a nation heavily dependent on imported fuel from the Middle East, the Philippines is considering buying oil from Russia to mitigate the economic fallout.
Importance 80 Sentiment -20
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Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for a fifth of global oil supply, faces a threat of closure from Iran's new supreme leader. This potential closure is a major factor in the heightened volatility of global energy markets.
Importance 80 Sentiment -60
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Iran
Concerns over the Iran conflict have deepened, contributing to worries about global oil supplies. Iran's new supreme leader's vow to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed has heightened these supply concerns.
Importance 75 Sentiment -50
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Ma. Theresa Lazaro
Ma. Theresa Lazaro, the Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary, expressed serious concern over the Middle East situation and its regional impacts. She emphasized the importance of an immediate cessation of hostilities and called for all parties to exercise self-restraint.
Importance 70 Sentiment 0
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Relationships
Philippines related ↔ ASEAN
Ma. Theresa Lazaro related ↔ ASEAN
Iran related ↔ ASEAN
Ma. Theresa Lazaro related ↔ Philippines
Philippines related ↔ Iran
Ma. Theresa Lazaro related ↔ Iran
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