59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting backs regional security and economic cooperation

ASEAN foreign ministers have reaffirmed their commitment to regional peace, economic integration and the ASEAN 2045: Our Shared Future agenda during the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Manila, Philippines. 

The Joint Communiqué highlights cooperation on trade, digital transformation, security, sustainable development and Timor-Leste’s integration into ASEAN.

Key developments include:

  • ASEAN reaffirmed support for international law, peaceful dispute resolution and regional stability.
  • Ministers endorsed closer economic integration, digital cooperation and sustainable growth.
  • The communiqué projects ASEAN economic growth of 4.6% in 2026, despite global geopolitical challenges.
  • Leaders also pledged stronger cooperation on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and maritime security. 

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