The Philippine ube has become a trend-setting sensation from Los Angeles to London to Seoul, with the humble yam's bright purple hue drawing lines outside coffee shops and bakeries and millions of views on social media

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a series of high-level meetings in Manila with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Philippines Foreign Minister Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro. The discussions focused on trade, defence, regional security, the Indo-Pacific and strengthening strategic partnerships. (PICS/PTI/AFP)