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25 September 2023 Startup Connect at ASEAN-Indo-Pacific Forum

With huge potential, digital startups in ASEAN need to innovate and collaborate in the ASEAN and Indo-Pacific regions. The Startup Connect is expected to create new successful and first-class startups in the future.

25 September 2023 Leading Resources of ASEAN Member Countries

Every country in Southeast Asia has abundant natural resources, from mining minerals to agricultural materials. Interestingly, every natural resource owned can be important in supporting a country's economy.

25 September 2023 Interesting Facts about Laos, Chair of ASEAN 2024

Indonesia handed over the ASEAN Chairmanship to Laos. In welcoming the moment when Laos becomes Chair of ASEAN 2024, let's get to know the profile and facts about Laos in the following article.

22 September 2023 List of ASEAN's Important Partner Countries

ASEAN has collaborated with various partner countries in the world. Establishing cooperation with several ASEAN partners plays an important role in supporting the economy and facing and resolving common issues constructively.

22 September 2023 The Development of Cross-Border Payment Cooperation in ASEAN

ASEAN has agreed to increase regional payment connectivity and use local currencies. As of now, six countries have agreed to participate in the development of cross-border payment cooperation. Which countries are these?

21 September 2023 Meaningful Traditional Indonesian Dances Welcomed State Leaders

Various traditional Indonesian dances welcomed the state leaders attending the 43rd ASEAN Summit. Interestingly, each dance performed has a deep meaning that is still rarely known by some people. What are they?

21 September 2023 The Cordon Guard, Honor Guard in State Ceremonies

Appearing gallantly in welcoming state leaders who attended the 43rd ASEAN Summit, the Cordon Guard succeeded in attracting the attention of many people. The Cordon Guard's duties have often been seen on various occasions.

21 September 2023 Taking a Glimpse of the New Face of Taman Mini Indonesia Indah

After going through the revitalization stage, finally, the new face of Taman Mini Indonesia can be enjoyed by everyone, including one of the spouses of state leaders, attending the Spouse Program event at the 43rd ASEAN Summit 2023.

20 September 2023 ASEAN's Role in International Cooperation

Armed with high economic potential, ASEAN can become the target area for international cooperation of many countries worldwide. With this potential, the Southeast Asian region can be promoted as the epicenter of growth in the future.

20 September 2023 14 Indonesia's Important Involvement in ASEAN Issues

Holding the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2023 encourages Indonesia to continue actively involved in several important issues in the Southeast Asian region. Indonesia has been involved in 14 important issues in the ASEAN region, from the issue of migrant workers to issues related to maritime security cooperation.

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