9-7-2023 (JAKARTA) The Indonesian capital, Jakarta, will host a significant gathering as the foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) convene from July 9 to July 14. The regular ministerial meeting will witness the participation of 29 countries, engaging in discussions and exchanges of ideas on critical regional issues.
The ministerial and related meetings will include courtesy calls by delegations from Brunei, Timor-Leste, Norway, and Pakistan, further enhancing diplomatic relations and fostering cooperation among nations.
An influential figure in global affairs, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, is expected to attend the meetings scheduled for July 13-14, contributing his insights and perspectives to the deliberations.
The agenda for these crucial discussions encompasses a wide range of topics. The participating parties will focus on reinforcing ASEAN’s capacity and institutional effectiveness to navigate and effectively respond to the prevailing geopolitical challenges. Additionally, the situation in Myanmar, a matter of great concern, will be thoroughly examined, with a particular emphasis on devising strategies to address the ongoing crisis. Humanitarian assistance to Myanmar in the aftermath of Cyclone Mocha will also be a significant point of discussion.
