A united Asean can weather any geopolitical storm


REGIONAL cohesion has never been more critical in an era defined by intensifying geopolitical rivalry, supply chain fragmentation and shifting economic alliances.

For South-East Asia, Asean remains the cornerstone of stability, prosperity and diplomatic relevance; and as Malaysia leads as the Asean Chair, it does so with the weight of history and the promise of strategic leadership.

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