NEW YORK: Malaysia, set to assume the Chairmanship of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) in 2025, has pledged to strengthen the regional bloc’s role in driving the Asia-Pacific region's future with a focus on resilience, inclusivity and maintaining regional peace amid geopolitical uncertainties.
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said this when delivering the national statement at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) General Debate here, on Saturday (Sept 28).