Malaysia all set to chair Asean in 2025, backed by Indonesia, emphasising inclusivity and sustainability

The Malaysian falg is flying high as Laos is in full swing preparing to host the 44th and 45th Asean Summits and Related Summits which will be held from Oct 8 to 11 in the country’s capital Vientiane. - Photo: Bernama

JAKARTA (Bernama): Malaysia is poised to assume the chairmanship of the Association of South-East Asian Nations (Asean) in 2025, with plans to promote a more inclusive and sustainable regional economy, according to the Asean Secretariat.

Asean Economic Community deputy secretary-general Satvinder Singh conveyed the Secretariat’s strong support for Malaysia’s leadership, during a visit to Malaysia on Oct 2-3.