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The meeting, aimed at reviewing ASEAN Community-building efforts and external relations, occurred in Vientiane, Laos, on July 22, 2024.
THE seventh meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) began in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, on Monday, July 22nd, 2024. The meeting aimed to review the progress of ASEAN Community-building efforts, external relations, and preparations for future meetings.
Key topics of discussion included the advancements in ASEAN Community-building, external relations and cooperation, and the enhancement of the annual work plans of the representatives of the ASEAN Standing Committee. These discussions were reported by the local newspaper, Pasaxon, on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024.
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The meeting also reviewed the implementation of the outcomes of the ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting and related sessions held in Laos in June. The representatives analyzed the progress made and discussed the next steps for furthering the objectives set in these previous sessions.
The meeting emphasized the continued commitment of ASEAN members to regional collaboration and persistent efforts in achieving the goals of the ASEAN Community. The representatives reiterated their dedication to working together to address regional challenges and strengthen cooperation among member states.
ASEAN consists of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. The member states collectively aim to foster economic growth, cultural development, and political stability within the region through such collaborative efforts.
Source: Antara News