ASEAN Summit Concludes: Regional Unity and Indo-Pacific Focus

Kuala Lumpur Hosts 46th ASEAN Summit: Focus on Indo-Pacific Geoeconomy The 46th ASEAN Summit, held in Kuala Lumpur on May 26-27, 2025, concluded its second day with a strong emphasis on ASEAN's expanding role in the Indo-Pacific geoeconomy. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, in his opening plenary session, highlighted ASEAN's remarkable resilience since its inception, stating, "Despite a challenging global environment, ASEAN remains steadfast in its commitment to regional unity and cooperation." This commitment was evident in the numerous bilateral meetings held concurrently with the summit. The video shows various segments of these meetings, including discussions on the ASEAN-GCC-China summit. These discussions focused on the negotiation of a free trade agreement and the establishment of a comprehensive sustainable energy partnership. A reporter present at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre stated, "The collaborative spirit displayed at these meetings is a testament to ASEAN's vision for a more integrated and prosperous region." The successful conclusion of these meetings signals a significant step towards ASEAN's objective of becoming a leading force in the Indo-Pacific.