ASEAN Secretary-General Engages in Dinner Meeting with ERIA President
On November 9, 2026, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, the Secretary-General of ASEAN, held an exclusive dinner meeting with Professor Tetsuya Watanabe, the President of the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA). The venue for this significant discussion was Jakarta, Indonesia.
Focus on ASEAN-Japan Cooperation
The primary agenda for this meeting was to explore follow-up initiatives resulting from Dr. Kao’s recent working visit to Japan. The discussions highlighted potential roles for ERIA in enhancing ASEAN-Japan collaboration, a critical facet of the region’s diplomatic and economic engagement.
Strengthening Strategic Partnerships
During the meeting, both leaders emphasized the necessity of building upon the positive momentum generated by the Secretary-General’s visit to Japan. The discussions aimed to further deepen and fortify the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between ASEAN and Japan, a relationship that is increasingly pivotal in the evolving geopolitical landscape.
This meeting marks a significant step towards enhancing regional cooperation and further solidifying the ties between ASEAN and Japan.
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