Tag: ASEAN
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Eliminating Extreme Poverty: Kerala’s Lessons for Developing ASEAN Countries
Kerala’s bold claim and its debate When Kerala’s Chief Minister announced on 1 November 2025 that the state had ostensibly eliminated extreme poverty, it sparked a lively debate among economists, policymakers, and development practitioners. Critics pressed for rigorous definitions and transparent measurement, while supporters argued that the state had moved decisively toward a living standard…
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MSMEs in the ASEAN Economic Community: Connecting the Blueprint to Real-World Action
Overview: MSMEs at the Core of ASEAN’s Economic Vision Micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of most ASEAN economies. As the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026–2030 frame a resilient, innovative, and people-centred region, the practical question is how MSMEs translate high-level goals into concrete…
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MSMEs in the ASEAN Economic Community: From Blueprint to Real-World Action
Overview: MSMEs at the Heart of ASEAN Economic Integration Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of ASEAN’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, innovation, and inclusive growth. As the ASEAN Community moves toward the Vision 2045 and the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026–2030, MSMEs are positioned to translate high-level aspirations into…
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MSMEs in the ASEAN Economic Community: From Blueprint to Action under Vision 2045
Introduction: AEC’s Promise for MSMEs The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) sits at the heart of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045, aiming to create a resilient, innovative, dynamic, and people-centered region. Small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of ASEAN economies, contributing a large share of jobs and GDP. The challenge lies in translating high-level…
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ASEAN Pushes Myanmar Peace Efforts as DFA Chief Meets Junta Leader
Introduction: A pivotal moment for ASEAN-led peace efforts The Philippines, as the current chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), has taken on a challenging task: coaxing Myanmar’s military regime to honor the bloc’s long-stalled peace plan. Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro recently led the first visit under the new chairmanship, signaling ASEAN’s renewed,…
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ASEAN Chair Philippines: DFA Chief’s Meeting with Myanmar Junta Leader Signals Delicate Push on Peace Plan
Filipino Diplomacy at the Forefront of a Delicate ASEAN Task The Philippines, holding the rotating chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), faces one of its most challenging diplomatic puzzles: persuading Myanmar’s military rulers to commit to the bloc’s long-stalled peace plan. Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro’s recent meeting with the Myanmar junta leader…
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ASEAN Chair’s First Visit: DFA Chief Meets Myanmar Junta Leader to Push Peace Plan
ASEAN Chair’s Diplomatic Move Underlines Urgent Peace Efforts In a move underscoring the complexities of Southeast Asia’s political landscape, the Philippines’ foreign secretary undertook a high-level visit to discuss Myanmar with the country’s ruling junta — the first such encounter since the Philippines assumed the chair of ASEAN. The meeting signals a renewed but cautious…
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ASEAN Special Envoy Visits Myanmar Acting President
Diplomatic Courtesy Visit Reinforces Regional Dialogue The ASEAN Chair’s Special Envoy to Myanmar, Ms. Ma Theresa P Lazaro, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, led a delegation in a courtesy call on Myanmar’s Acting President and Chairman of the State Administrative Council, reaffirming ASEAN’s commitment to sustained dialogue with Myanmar. The meeting highlighted shared…
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ASEAN Envoy Holds Courtesy Call with Myanmar’s Acting President and SSPC Chairman
H2: ASEAN Envoy’s Courtesy Call Signals Ongoing Diplomatic Engagement A delegation led by Ms. Ma Theresa P. Lazaro, Special Envoy of the ASEAN Chair to Myanmar and Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, paid a formal courtesy call on Myanmar’s Acting President, who also serves as the Chairman of the State Administration Council/SSPC Chairman.…
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ASEAN Chair’s Special Envoy Holds Courtesy Call with Myanmar’s Acting President and SSPC Chairman
Diplomatic Courtesy Call Signals Ongoing Regional Engagement The visit of a high-level ASEAN delegation to Myanmar underscores the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ ongoing efforts to maintain constructive dialogue and engagement with Myanmar amid evolving regional concerns. Led by Ms. Ma Theresa P. Lazaro, Special Envoy of the ASEAN Chair to Myanmar and Secretary of…