Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today attended the interface meeting between the ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (AFMGM) and the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC), via video conference. The Meeting discussed various initiatives to strengthen partnerships with the private sector to … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN attends the ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors– US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) MeetingASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, on 9 April 2026 delivered pre-recorded remarks at the Amity Circle Retreat IV held in Ha Noi, Vietnam. In his remarks, Dr. Kao highlighted ASEAN’s progress since 2025, including the adoption of ASEAN 2045: Our Shared Future, Timor-Leste’s accession as the 11th Member of ASEAN, as well as advancing regional economic integration and digital transformation. Amidst evolving global and regional challenges, Dr. Kao reaffirmed ASEAN’s commitment to strengthening its unity, resilience, and its role as a driving force in the regional architecture.
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The 28th ASEAN India Senior Officials’ Meeting, held today in Manila reviewed ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and reaffirmed commitment to build on initiatives to take the relations forward. The Senior Officials also exchanged views on regional and international developments of common interest and concern, underscoring the importance of continued dialogue and collective efforts to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.
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JAKARTA, 8 April 2026 – H.E. Francisco de la Torre Galindo today presented his Letter of Credence as Ambassador of the United Mexican States to ASEAN, to the Secretary‑General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Secretary‑General Dr. Kao congratulated … Continue reading Ambassador of Mexico to ASEAN presents Letter of Credence to Secretary-General of ASEANASEAN Main Portal
Jakarta, 8 April 2026 – H.E. Elisa Maria da Silva today presented her Letter of Credence to the Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat, formally commencing her tenure as the Permanent Representative of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste … Continue reading Permanent Representative of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste to ASEAN Presents Letter of Credence to the Secretary-General of ASEANASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with H.E. Sugiono, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jakarta. During the meeting, they exchanged views on recent regional developments, including preparations for the upcoming … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN Meets with Minister of Foreign Affairs of IndonesiaASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, this evening hosted a dinner for Deutsche Gesellschaft Für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Principal Advisor, Mr. Michael Weiss, and Policy Advisor, Ms. Nicole Piechatzek, following his successful Working Visit to Germany, on 11-17 February 2026. They discussed the … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN hosts Dinner for GIZ Principal Advisor and Policy AdvisorASEAN Main Portal
The ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) convened today in Manila. The Meeting, which comprises plenary and retreat sessions, continued to discuss the Philippines’ Chairship priorities and deliverables to advance ASEAN Community-building, including ways to strengthen ASEAN’s external relations and preparations for the 48th ASEAN … Continue reading The ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting convenes in ManilaASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today received the President & CEO of The Asia Foundation, Ms. Laurel Miller, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. They discussed ASEAN’s recent collaborations with The Asia Foundation and exchanged views on how ASEAN and The Asia Foundation may … Continue reading Secretary-General of ASEAN receives the President & CEO of The Asia FoundationASEAN Main Portal
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today sits down for an exclusive interview with Mr. Hamish Macdonald, the 2026 Australian recipient of the Elizabeth O’Neill Journalism Award. SG Dr. Kao addressed ASEAN’s responses to the Middle East situation and its implications for regional … Continue reading Secretary-General Dr. Kao Kim Hourn speaks with 2026 Australian recipient of Elizabeth O’Neill Journalism Award in media interviewASEAN Main Portal
