Source: China – South China Morning PostChina has raised the importance it places on Southeast Asia in its diplomacy, pledging to upgrade relations with the region to focus more on security cooperation and development funding.The move was announced on Monday by Chinese President Xi Jinping, as major powers including China, the United States and the European Union vie to expand their influence in the region, a key component in their Indo-Pacific strategic tussle.Xi said ties between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations…Read More