One step closer: (from left) Freitas, Mohamad and Kao during the ceremony to formally admit Timor-Leste into Asean in conjunction of 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star
KUALA LUMPUR: Asean is set to officially become an 11-member regional grouping with Timor-Leste now one step closer to becoming its member.
This is after the country deposited the Instrument of Accession to the Asean Charter, signifying its formal admission to Asean and underscoring its commitment to Asean’s principles and values.
