Why the UK Is Doubling Down on Asean Ties Amid European Reset The United Kingdom's recent overtures to ASEAN, led by newly appointed Foreign Secretary David Miliband, have sparked debate about London's post Brexit foreign policy reset.
On paper, the visit appears to be a bold move to strengthen ties with Southeast Asia, but closer examination reveals that this is less a radical shift in strategy than a continuation of Britain's long standing engagement with the region.
Britain has been a key player in Southeast Asia for decades, and its engagement with the region predates Brexit.