Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim Greets Leaders at ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur

East Timor Joins ASEAN

• 💡 East Timor (Timi) achieved a significant milestone, taking a meaningful step toward full ASEAN membership.
• ✅ The nation's journey reflects the shared aspirations of Southeast Asia's diverse peoples for peace, cooperation, and shared prosperity.
• 🚀 The official flag placement ceremony marked East Timor as the 11th member of ASEAN.

Key Contributions of Member States

• 🇲🇾 Under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia actively contributes to regional economic integration, connectivity, and sustainable development initiatives.
• 🇹🇭 Thailand champions efforts that foster inclusive growth, strengthen regional infrastructure, and promote environmental sustainability.
• 🇸🇬 Singapore is a driving force within ASEAN, leading the way in innovation, digital transformation, and regional economic strategy.
• 🇰🇭 Under Dr. Hun Manet, Cambodia strengthens its role in promoting a stable, inclusive, and connected Southeast Asia.
• 🇻🇳 Vietnam continues to champion initiatives that strengthen connectivity, deepen partnerships, and promote peace and stability.

ASEAN's Regional and Global Role

• 🤝 ASEAN stands as a powerful testament to regional cooperation and unity, upholding a rules-based order.
• 🌍 The organization deeply values United Nations support in addressing global challenges, from climate action and conflict prevention to sustainable development goals.
• 📈 ASEAN focuses on enhancing economic and trade cooperation amid global challenges.

Engagement with Dialogue Partners

• 🇨🇦 Canada collaborates with ASEAN in areas such as climate resilience, economic innovation, digital transformation, and people-to-people connectivity.
• 🇧🇷 Brazil reflects deepening ASEAN-Latin America engagement, with shared aspirations for climate action, inclusive development, and South-South cooperation.
• 🇿🇦 South Africa advocates for balanced, sustainable growth and the sustainable use of marine resources, reflecting a commitment to a rules-based international order.