Kuala Lumpur: The leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states endorsed on Monday the Kuala Lumpur Declaration 2045, hailing it as a "defining" chapter in the region's long-term development plans.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the declaration was approved during an ASEAN summit held in the Malaysian capital. It reflects the bloc's commitment to building an "innovative, dynamic and people-centered" regional community. The declaration builds on a previous vision agreed upon in 2015, aiming to enhance regional unity and promote sustainable development.
ASEAN member states reiterated their determination to address future megatrends, as highlighted in the declaration. The declaration outlines the adoption of the "community vision 2045," which focuses on political-security, economic, socio-cultural, and connectivity areas. Relevant bodies are tasked with "regularly monitoring" the progress of this vision.
The 46th ASEAN summit emphasizes "inclusivity and sustainability" as major themes, bringing together leaders from member states to discuss current developments and chart out the regional bloc's future plans.