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29 May 2023 Results of the 2023 ASEAN Summit

The 42nd ASEAN Summit in 2023 in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, was held on 10-11 May 2023. The results of the 42nd ASEAN Summit have resulted in several agreements on various issues discussed and delivered by President Joko Widodo.

25 May 2023 Indonesia, Slovenia FMs Discuss Indo-Pacific Stability, Peace in Myanmar

Indonesia and Slovenia reaffirmed the relevance of promoting stability and peace in the Indo-Pacific region as a center of economic growth, one of the 2023 ASEAN Chairmanship’s priorities.

23 May 2023 Indonesia Underscores ASEAN Outlook on Indo-Pacific (AOIP) Importance

The ASEAN Outlook on Indo-Pacific (AOIP) is an affirmation of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) role to maintain peace, security, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific (Indian Ocean and Asia Pacific) region

22 May 2023 Food Security: An ASEAN's Priority

Most Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member countries have sizeable agricultural land and are the world's food source. However, Singapore ranked top in food security in Southeast Asia according to the 2022 GFSI Food Security Index.

17 May 2023 Labuan Bajo Successfully Hosts 42nd ASEAN Summit

Several parties considered the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) province, a success. The Summit from 9 to 11 May 2023 moved the Labuan Bajo community economy and gave an unforgettable impression and experience to the ASEAN countries delegates.

17 May 2023 Follow-up of Sustainable Energy Transition in ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting

ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) is vital in energy transition acceleration in the region through a cooperation framework. The meeting is a medium for ASEAN member countries to share experiences, policies, and initiatives to encourage the use of renewable energy and promote energy sustainability in the region

12 May 2023 IMT-GT Strengthens Connectivity and Tourism in Three Countries

The results of the 15th Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) Summit are believed to be able to increase connectivity and growth in the tourism sector for the three countries.

12 May 2023 50 SOE Millennials Clean Up Waste at ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo

Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN) Erick Thohir expressed his appreciation for the collaboration in waste management carried out by Rumah BUMN and startup PlusTik to collect 2.6 tons of waste during the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo, Manggarai West, East Nusa Tenggara.

12 May 2023 Labuan Bajo People’s High Hopes Following End of 42nd ASEAN Summit

The conclusion of the 42nd ASEAN Summit 2023 which was held in Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) gave special impressions to local community. They are both happy and sad about it.

12 May 2023 ASEAN’s Commitment to Build EV Ecosystem is the Right Step, Researcher Says

A researcher from Jenderal Soedirman University (Unsoed) of Purwokerto Ropiudin considered the commitment of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to developing an Electric Vehicle/EV ecosystem a very wise move.

From left to right, Malaysian Foreign Minister Zambry Abdul Kadir, Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique Manalo, Singapore SOM Leader Albert Chua, Thai Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai, Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son, Indonesian Coordinating Political, Legal, and Security Affairs Minister Mahfud MD, Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi, Laotian Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith, Brunei Darussalam SOM Leader Johariah Wahab, Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, Timor Leste Foreign Minister Adaljiza Magno, and ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn pose for a group photo at the ASEAN Political Security Community Council (APSC) Meeting in Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), Tuesday, 9 May 2023. POOL/ANTARA FOTO/Rivan Awal Lingga/hp.
From left to right, Malaysian Foreign Minister Zambry Abdul Kadir, Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique Manalo, Singaporean SOM Leader Albert Chua, Thai Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai, Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son, Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi, Laotian Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith, Brunei Darussalam SOM Leader Johariah Wahab, Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, Timor Leste Foreign Minister Adaljiza Magno, and ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn pose for a group photo at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meeting (AMM) in Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), Tuesday, 9 May 2023. POOL/ANTARA FOTO/Rivan Awal Lingga/hp.
The series of meetings of the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), begins on Monday, 8 May 2023. The first agenda is ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting (SOM). Sidharto Reza Suryodipuro, Indonesian Foreign Affairs Ministry’s ASEAN Cooperation Director General and SOM leader, chairs the meeting.
Several teenagers wearing Manggarai traditional attire push bamboo bikes in Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara, on Saturday, 6 May 2023. The bikes are planned to be souvenirs for heads of state attending the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo. ANTARA FOTO/Zabur Karuru/aww.
Vehicles pass through Bajo Golo Mori Road in Golo Mori Village, West Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara, Thursday, 4 May 2023. The region, previously an isolated and underdeveloped area, is designated as a special economic zone (SEZ) and one of the ASEAN Summit venues. ANTARA FOTO/Zabur Karuru/rwa.
Indonesian Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati (third left) and Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo (right) chair ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting on 31 March 2023 in Nusa Dua, Bali. Source: Antara Foto