Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, this evening attended a Working Dinner hosted by Ambassador of Japan to ASEAN, H.E. Yonetani Koji, in Jakarta. Both sides took the opportunity to exchange views on ASEAN-Japan cooperation, including deliverables of this year and explored ways to further enhance … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN attends Working Dinner hosted by Ambassador of Japan to ASEANASEAN Main Portal
The 7th ASEAN-Chile Development Partnership Committee (AC-DPC) Meeting was held today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Both sides exchanged updates on developments in ASEAN and Chile, reviewed the implementation progress of the ASEAN-Chile Practical Cooperation Areas (PCA), and discussed the enhancement of cooperation moving forward. … Continue reading ASEAN and Chile Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Cooperation at the 7th ASEAN-Chile Development Partnership Committee MeetingASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today received the Chairman of the ASEAN Bankers Association (ABA) and Chairman of the Association of Banks in Singapore, Mr. Tan Teck Long, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. During the meeting, both sides discussed strengthening collaboration between … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN Receives Chairman of the ASEAN Bankers AssociationASEAN Main Portal
JAKARTA, 30 March 2026 – ASEAN and China reaffirmed their shared commitment to further advancing the strong and dynamic cooperation under their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) at the 27th Meeting ASEAN-China Joint Cooperation Committee (ACJCC), held today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. China reaffirmed … Continue reading ASEAN and China reinforce commitment to deepening comprehensive strategic partnershipASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today received Secretary-General of the European External Action Service (EEAS) of the European Union (EU), H.E. Belén Martínez Carbonell, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on strengthening the ASEAN-EU Dialogue Partnership leading … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with Secretary-General of the European External Action Service of the European UnionASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today welcomed a delegation from the ASEAN University Network (AUN) Secretariat, led by its Executive Director, Dr. Thanapan Laiprakobsup, during a courtesy visit at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. The meeting discussed the AUN’s role in advancing higher … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN Receives Courtesy Visit from the ASEAN University Network SecretariatASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with Henrique Archanjo Ferraro, Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to ASEAN, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Both sides exchanged views on strengthening ASEAN-Brazil relations and advancing cooperation in areas of mutual interest under the ASEAN-Brazil Sectoral Dialogue Partnership: Practical Cooperation Areas (2024–2028). Both sides … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to ASEANASEAN Main Portal
In an interview with CGTN today, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, reflected on the evolving landscape of ASEAN-China relations. Following the recent upgrade of the ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) to version 3.0, Dr. Kao emphasised the tangible benefits of expanding cooperation in areas such as supply-chain connectivity and sustainable growth. Through inclusive dialogue and … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN highlights ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) 3.0 and shares regional prosperity with CGTNASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today received a courtesy call by a delegation from the China University of Political Science and Law (CUPL), led by Mr. Jiang Zeting, Chair of the University Council, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to exchange views … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN Receives Courtesy Call from China University of Political Science and LawASEAN Main Portal
The NMPA, together with National Health Commission and National Healthcare Security Administration, issued the “Advancing UDI Implementation for Subsequent Device Categories” and “UDI Implementation under Specific Circumstances” on March 13, 2026. These two policies expand UDI coverage, refine technical requirements, and introduce targeted exemptions, marking a significant step toward full lifecycle traceability of medical devices […]
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