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Op-ed
Results of the 2023 ASEAN Summit
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.
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News
Indonesia, Slovenia FMs Discuss Indo-Pacific Stability, Peace in Myanmar
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.
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Op-ed
Indonesia Underscores ASEAN Outlook on Indo-Pacific (AOIP) Importance
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
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Op-ed
Food Security: An ASEAN's Priority
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.
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Op-ed
Labuan Bajo Successfully Hosts 42nd ASEAN Summit
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.
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Op-ed
Follow-up of Sustainable Energy Transition in ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting
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
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Press Release
IMT-GT Strengthens Connectivity and Tourism in Three Countries
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.
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Press Release
50 SOE Millennials Clean Up Waste at ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo
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.
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Press Release
Labuan Bajo People’s High Hopes Following End of 42nd ASEAN Summit
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.
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Press Release
ASEAN’s Commitment to Build EV Ecosystem is the Right Step, Researcher Says
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.
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