JAKARTA - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto called on ASEAN countries to continue to work hard, so that the organizations of countries in Southeast Asia remain strong, cohesive and adaptive.
This was conveyed by President Prabowo during a speech at the 46th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Monday (26/5).
Starting his speech, President Prabowo said that during the five decades of the establishment of ASEAN, the organization had become a pillar of peace, stability and prosperity in Southeast Asia. "Previously, we had to admit, our region was divided. Many of our countries were in conflict," President Prabowo said in his speech.
Furthermore, the President of the Republic of Indonesia said that ASEAN is currently considered one of the most successful regional organizations in the world, with five decades of peace, high economic growth.
However, he continued, currently there are many challenges faced, saying ASEAN is playing at a critical crossroads. Competition for great strength is testing solidarity and unity, external dynamics is changing very quickly, said President Prabowo.
"We must face these challenges. With ASEAN being more aware of the future, more adaptive, and more outcome-oriented, we must increase our consultation and cooperation. In this spirit, Indonesia fully supports Malaysia's leadership and the theme of this summit, inclusiveness and sustainability," exclaimed the President of the Republic of Indonesia.
"We must continue to work hard so that ASEAN remains strong, cohesive, and adaptive. Let ASEAN rise stronger, bolder and more relevant than ever," said President Prabowo.
On this occasion, President Prabowo also expressed his support for the implementation of the ASEAN 2025 Community Vision and his strategic plan.
"This must serve as a concrete roadmap and can be followed up, not just aspirational documents," said President Prabowo.
Meanwhile, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the ASEAN Community, President Prabowo highlighted progress in economic integration, growth and social cooperation.
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However, the President of the Republic of Indonesia said ASEAN must work hard to act more effectively.
"This includes strengthening ASEAN's institutional capacity. We must empower the ASEAN Secretary to respond more quickly to future uncertainty and external shocks," he explained.
It is known, the 46th ASEAN Summit succeeded in adopting the document "KUALA LUMPUR DECLARATION ON ASEAN 2045: OUR SHARED FUTURE" which was signed by all ASEAN state leaders.
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