The Ministry of Communications and Informatics (Kominfo) launched the ASEANpedia electronic book or e-book, Monday (10/4/2023). The publication of ASEANpedia is part of the 2023 ASEAN Indonesia Chairmanship activities. The ASEANpedia can be accessed via https://s.id/aseanpedia.
Kominfo’s Public Information and Communication (IKP) Director General Usman Kansong said ASEANpedia is developed to provide knowledge about ASEAN and instill an attitude to the public that ASEAN is relevant to contributing to geopolitics and geo-economy.
"The 2023 ASEAN Indonesia Chairmanship theme is ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum if Growth. This book is expected to provide an understanding to the public that ASEAN is relevant to contributing to becoming the center of world economic growth," said Usman Monday (10/4/2023) in Jakarta.
Usman hoped this e-book could be a reference in seeking information about ASEAN and the 2023 ASEAN Indonesia chairmanship. "This book is interesting because it can inform ASEAN's geoeconomic and geopolitical success using simple language," said Usman.
The information presented in ASEANpedia is divided into three main chapters: general information on ASEAN, Indonesia's role in ASEAN, and the Chairmanship of Indonesia in ASEAN 2023. The information is also presented in two languages: Indonesian and English.
In the first part, ASEANPedia invites readers to look at the history of ASEAN. This electronic book clearly and chronologically reviews the formation origins of this organization of countries in the Southeast Asian region, from the Bangkok Declaration, the ASEAN Charter, the requirements for membership, to the title of the official song. The first part of ASEANPedia also discusses the role of this organization in the world.
The second part of ASEANPedia examines Indonesia's international role. It elaborates on Adam Malik's actions. He became a central figure as the founder of ASEAN. Indonesia's role in reconciling conflicts involving member countries, such as Vietnam-Cambodia, Thailand-Cambodia, and the Philippines and MNLF conflicts, are also discussed here.
The third part examines many things related to the 2023 ASEAN Indonesia Chairmanship, such as the vision and mission, the meaning of the theme and logo, and the location where the Summit will take place.
Usman Kansong also hopes that the ASEANpedia e-book will be a source of information for the public and a reference for the mass media in seeking information about the entire series of activities for the 2023 ASEAN Indonesia Chairmanship.
The ASEANpedia e-book is a living document, so the book's contents, such as articles, infographics, and videos, will be constantly updated according to the dynamics of the agenda items.
"The information in ASEANpedia will continue to be updated according to the needs and latest information developments," said the Director General of IKP. (TR/Vira)