Are you passionate about learning and have self-discipline to commit to online learning in the Business and Entrepreneurship field? Are you interested in building a network through collaboration and partnership with other Southeast Asian participants? If yes, then keep on reading about this new opportunity we are excited to offer for YSEALI members! Course Description …
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We are excited to offer the eighth U.S.-ASEAN Women’s Leadership Academy for YSEALI Regional Workshop for youth from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam. This fully-funded workshop will bring together 44 young leaders who are between the ages of 20-35. This year, the Academy will be an avenue for …
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U.S.-ASEAN Connect and the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) organized a webinar on November 10 highlighted career opportunities in the circular economy, sustainability, and climate action. USASEAN Charge d’Affaires Joseph Young opened the event by highlighting the need for the next generation of ASEAN leaders to chart a new course and rise to the challenge of …
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OCTOBER 27, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today virtually joined leaders of ASEAN member states and representatives from Australia, the People’s Republic of China (PRC), India, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and Russia during the annual East Asia Summit (EAS), where they discussed regional and international challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and …
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OCTOBER 26, 2021 Via Teleconference South Court Auditorium 9:05 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you, Sultan, for bringing us together today. And I might say, it’s good to see you again. We met when I was a United States senator. You would — we’ve established a relationship, and it’s good to see you looking …
Read More» OCTOBER 26, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today joined leaders of the Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) member states and the ASEAN Secretary General for the annual U.S.-ASEAN Summit. He reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to strengthening our partnership with ASEAN as well as to its centrality and applauded the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific. …
Read More» OCTOBER 26, 2021 President Biden will announce the intent to provide up to $102 million in new initiatives to expand the U.S.-ASEAN Strategic Partnership during the October 26 U.S.-ASEAN Summit, reflecting the Biden-Harris Administration’s deep commitment to ASEAN’s central role in the U.S. vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S.-ASEAN Health Futures: The United …
Read More» Source: State Department Website Telephonic Press Briefing with Derek Chollet, Counselor of the U.S. Department of State; Kin Moy, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, U.S. Department of State; and Craig Hart, Deputy Assistant Administrator, U.S. Agency for International Development SPECIAL BRIEFING VIA TELEPHONE DEREK H. CHOLLET, COUNSELOR KIN W. MOY, PRINCIPAL DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS CRAIG HART OCTOBER 21, 2021 Click here to listen to …
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Looking for ways to make an impact in people’s lives and empower the ASEAN community? Do you have an innovative solution that could be the answer to a current challenge in your region, but need guidance and financial resources? The 2022 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative’s (YSEALI) Seeds for the Future grants competition could make your vision a reality. The U.S. Mission to ASEAN, with implementing partner Cultural Vistas, is pleased …
Read More» (Source: State Dept. website ) Briefing With Senior Administration Officials on Counselor Derek Chollet and an Interagency Delegation’s Upcoming Travel to Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia SPECIAL BRIEFING OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON VIA TELECONFERENCE October 15, 2021 MODERATOR: Thank you and good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this on-background call previewing Counselor Chollet and a U.S. …
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The second ASEAN-U.S. Cyber Policy Dialogue was held virtually on October 8, 2021, with ASEAN participation coordinated through the ASEAN Cybersecurity Coordinating Committee (ACCC). The Dialogue demonstrated strong partnership and a shared vision of an open, peaceful, interoperable, reliable, and secure cyberspace that supports international trade and commerce, strengthens international security, and fosters economic prosperity, …
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REMARKS ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE PALACE HOTEL NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 SECRETARY BLINKEN: (In progress.) – from Asia, good evening. Thank you all for being willing to meet on short notice in this hybrid format. It’s very good to see colleagues here in New York, but also to see all of you on the screen. …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with foreign ministers of ASEAN nations virtually and in-person in New York City on the margins of the UN General Assembly. Secretary Blinken thanked ASEAN countries for their support of the unprecedented global effort to evacuate U.S. citizens and …
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Jakarta, September 8th, 2021: On International Literacy Day, the U.S. Government through the USAID-ASEAN Partnership for Regional Optimization in the Political Security and Socio-cultural Communities (PROSPECT) project reaffirmed its support in ASEAN’s Senior Officials’ Meeting on Education and Development (SOMED) to develop a Training-of-Trainers (ToT) program for educators to counter disinformation and promote media literacy for regional youth. Today, over 60 representatives from the ASEAN Secretariat, ASEAN-affiliated entities, ASEAN Sectoral Bodies—including from SOMED, ASEAN Senior Officials on Youth (SOMY), ASEAN Senior Officials …
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August 31, 2021, aspired to become social journalists, 18 competitively selected youth from across Southeast Asia took part in the ASEAN Youth Social Journalism (AYSJ) Contest 2021, conducted virtually with support from the ASEAN Foundation, the Embassy of Ireland, and the U.S. Government in partnership with ASEAN’s Senior Officials Meeting on Youth. Recognizing that youth have …
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High-level women representatives from the Finance Ministries of Thailand and Indonesia and Southeast Asian women executives from regional and U.S. financial companies and think tanks, along with the CEO of the ASEAN Women Entrepreneurship Network (AWEN), discussed strategies for increasing the number of women leaders in ASEAN’s financial sector during a August 25 webinar. The …
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Press Release For Immediate Release: Wednesday, August 25, 2021 Vice President Kamala D. Harris today launched the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Southeast Asia Regional Office in Hanoi, Vietnam, at a ceremony that included the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, U.S. CDC Director, and Deputy Prime Ministers and Health Ministers …
Read More» Telephonic News Conference with Kin W. Moy, Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and Melissa A. Brown, Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Mission to ASEAN SPECIAL BRIEFING VIA TELEPHONE KIN W. MOY, SENIOR BUREAU OFFICIAL BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS MELISSA A. BROWN, CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES AT …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 6, 2021 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I am honored to congratulate the 10 member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Secretariat on the 54th anniversary of the organization’s founding on August 8. U.S.-ASEAN engagement is now in its …
Read More» SUMMARY Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will participate in five virtual ministerial meetings related to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) from August 2-6 EDT. These will be the U.S.-ASEAN, East Asia Summit (EAS), ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), Mekong-U.S. Partnership, and Friends of the Mekong ministerial meetings. During these meetings, the Secretary …
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PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 4, 2021 The United States is revitalizing our multilateral partnerships to advance our shared prosperity, security, and values in the Indo-Pacific. This week, I was honored to represent the United States at the annual U.S.-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. The United States remains firmly committed to the ASEAN-centered regional architecture, and we strongly …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 4, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke yesterday with foreign ministers of ASEAN nations and the ASEAN Secretary General during the U.S.-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. The Secretary reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to ASEAN centrality and support for the ASEAN Outlook on …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 4, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with foreign ministers of the East Asia Summit (EAS) nations and the ASEAN Secretary General during the EAS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. The Secretary reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to ASEAN and the EAS, underscoring the essential …
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FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 4, 2021 The United States is ASEAN’s strategic partner and remains steadfast in its support for ASEAN-centered regional architecture at the heart of the Indo-Pacific. We applaud ASEAN’s Outlook on the Indo-Pacific and welcome the strong principles upon which it is based – inclusivity, openness, and a region based on rule …
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FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 4, 2021 The United States has provided more than 23 million vaccine doses and over $158 million in emergency health and humanitarian assistance to ASEAN members to fight COVID-19 and is committed to a comprehensive set of actions towards ending the global pandemic in 2022. These include vaccinating some of the world’s …
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FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 3, 2021 The countries of the Mekong sub-region and the United States reaffirmed their long-standing relationship at the second Mekong-U.S. Partnership (MUSP) ministerial on August 2, 2021. Through the MUSP, the U.S. government, working with Congress, continues to support the autonomy, economic independence, good governance, and sustainable growth of Mekong partner countries. Proven U.S. …
Read More» SPECIAL BRIEFING OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON VIA TELECONFERENCE AUGUST 2, 2021 MODERATOR: Hello, everyone, and thank you for joining us for this evening’s on-background call to discuss Secretary Blinken’s participation at various ministerial-level events taking place this week related to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN. The State Department officials briefing you today are: [Senior State …
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This coming ASEAN Day, we celebrate the resilience of ASEAN by coming together & joining hands amid the pandemic. As we continue to strive to be one ASEAN community, we are inviting you to showcase your talents through the ASEAN Appreciation – Express Yourself contest! If you are a lover of poetry or music, this opportunity is your chance to unleash your talents to the region. Plus you could win an exclusive YSEALI …
Read More» JULY 27, 2021 Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Singapore Good evening, everyone. It’s great to be here in Singapore, and it’s an honor to be giving what I’m told is the 40th Fullerton Lecture. IISS has done an outstanding job enriching our dialogue about the Indo-Pacific. And James, thanks to you and John …
Read More» JULY 27, 2021 On 27 July, United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Singapore Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen met at the Ministry of Defence during Secretary Austin’s introductory visit to Singapore. Secretary Austin and Dr Ng reaffirmed both countries’ long-standing and multi-faceted bilateral defense relationship, which was most recently …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JULY 13, 2021 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Secretary General during the Special ASEAN-U.S. Foreign Ministerial Meeting. The Secretary reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to ASEAN centrality and underscored …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 11, 2021 Freedom of the seas is an enduring interest of all nations and is vital to global peace and prosperity. The international community has long benefited from the rules-based maritime order, where international law, as reflected in the UN Law of the Sea Convention, sets out the legal framework for …
Read More» JUNE 13, 2021 STATEMENTS AND RELEASES The United States and our G7 Partners are rallying to defeat COVID-19 through historic financing, donations, and capacity building, demonstrating how democracies can provide for our people and the world. The United States and G7+ Leaders announced more than one billion safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines to accelerate global coverage. …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JUNE 24, 2021 Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Kin Moy met on June 24 with senior officials from the East Asia Summit (EAS) nations and Deputy Secretary General of ASEAN for Political-Security Community Michael Tene during the East Asia Summit (EAS) Senior Officials’ Meeting. Senior Bureau Official Moy reaffirmed …
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Immediate Release JUNE 16, 2021 Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby provided the following readout: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met virtually with his Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) counterparts, along with counterparts from the other ASEAN Dialogue Partners, at the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting Plus, June 15, 2021. In his remarks, …
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We are excited to offer the YSEALI U.LabX Massive Open Online Course for all YSEALI members. This course will bring together young leaders across Southeast Asia who are between the ages of 18-35. Join us to dive deeper into Theory U, a method to lead change in business, government and civil society. Originally developed by …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 13, 2021 The United States and the Republic of Korea committed to expanding cooperation in Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific in support of ASEAN centrality and the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific during the first U.S.-ROK Dialogue on ASEAN and Southeast Asia on May 12. State Department Bureau …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 6, 2021 The United States and ASEAN held the 34th annual U.S.-ASEAN Dialogue on May 5 (May 6 in Southeast Asia) to discuss cooperation under our strategic partnership. Acting Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Ambassador Atul Keshap co-chaired with Lao PDR Deputy Foreign Minister …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS (EAP) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Announcement Type: New Announcement Assistance Type: Grant Funding Opportunity Title: Women’s Economic Empowerment in the Mekong Funding Opportunity Number: SFOP0007985 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 19.124 Total Available Funding: $395,061 NOFO Issuance Date: April 16, …
Read More» FUNDING OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT BUREAU OF DEMOCRACY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND LABOR APRIL 6, 2021 United States Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): DRL – Strengthening Anti-Corruption Efforts of ASEAN and ASEAN Member States This is the announcement of funding opportunity number SFOP0007854 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 19.345 Type of Solicitation: Open …
Read More» PRESS RELEASE U.S. Mission to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Participates in the 12th ASEAN-U.S. Joint Cooperation Committee Meeting Jakarta, March 17, 2021 – U.S. Mission to ASEAN Chargé d’Affaires Melissa A. Brown and Lao PDR Ambassador Ekkaphab Phanthavong co-hosted the 12th ASEAN-U.S. Joint Cooperation Committee Meeting. The meeting reviewed U.S. cooperation …
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In honor of Women’s History Month, celebrated in the United States, the U.S. Mission to ASEAN is offering you an opportunity to create a short video for our YouTube channel that meets the criteria described below. We hope this will be an opportunity for YSEALI alumni to gain new supporters/volunteers/participants for any of your initiatives. …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JANUARY 13, 2021 On January 12, the United States and Vietnam co-hosted the first Friends of the Mekong Policy Dialogue under the new Mekong-U.S. Partnership. In his remarks, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Ambassador Atul Keshap emphasized that the United States is committed to a …
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The 2nd ASEAN Youth Social Journalism Contest 2021 is inviting youth “Social Journalists” to submit an essay and campaign ideas describing a theme of “#ASEANYouth and COVID-19 ─ Response, Recovery, and Resilience”. We are inviting the talented ASEAN’s youth to share and promote fact-based and compelling messages showcasing the importance of ASEAN youth at the …
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On November 30, 2020, Assistant Secretary Stilwell joined emerging leaders from the United States, ASEAN countries, and Timor-Leste for the launch of the U.S.-ASEAN Innovation Circle. The Innovation Circle was announced at the 2019 U.S.-ASEAN Summit to bring together innovators and thought leaders to identify solutions to challenges facing the ASEAN region, foster collaboration with …
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U.S. Acting Secretary of Defense Christopher C. Miller participated virtually in the U.S.- Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defense Ministers’ Informal Meeting and the 7th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus), Dec. 8-9. In those fora, he and regional counterparts discussed mutual security challenges including maritime security, stability in the Mekong region, terrorism, the …
Read More» FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 14, 2020 Announced by Vice President Pence two years ago, the Indo-Pacific Transparency Initiative includes more than $1 billion in programs that promote civil society, rule of law, and transparent and accountable governance across the region. The support of the United States for good governance is integral to our vision for …
Read More» We, the Heads of State/Government of Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United States of America, met via videoconference, on 14 November 2020, under Viet Nam’s 2020 ASEAN Chairmanship, on the occasion of the 8th ASEAN-U.S. Summit; We underscored our shared commitment to strengthening the ASEAN-U.S. Strategic Partnership. We …
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FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 13, 2020 Senior White House officials met with the leaders of the ten Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Member States to advance our strategic partnership during the 8th U.S.-ASEAN Summit held November 13 (November 14 in Southeast Asia). The officials reaffirmed their support for a free and open Indo-Pacific as …
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FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 13, 2020 The U.S.-ASEAN Smart Cities Partnership (USASCP) was launched by Vice President Pence at the 2018 U.S.-ASEAN Summit in Singapore. The Departments of State, Commerce, and Transportation; National Science Foundation; USAID; USTDA; and others have launched 20 projects to improve transportation, water and resource reuse, and health system capacity for …
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3rd Meeting of the ASEAN Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Advisory Group October 21, 2020 Virtual Meeting October 21, 2020. The United States, through the U.S Agency of International Development (USAID), continues its commitment to promote and protect the rights of women in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region. In collaboration with UN …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 15, 2020 The following is the text of a joint press statement by the Government of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. Begin text: International donor conference for urgent humanitarian support for Rohingya refugees US, UK, EU, and …
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MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Governments of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam on the occasion of the First Mekong-U.S. Partnership Ministerial Meeting on September 11, 2020. Begin Text: We, the Foreign Ministers of Mekong …
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PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 The launch of the Mekong-U.S. Partnership reflects the importance of the Mekong region to the United States. Our relationship with Mekong partner countries is an integral part of our Indo-Pacific vision and our strategic partnership with ASEAN. With more than $150 million in initial investments in regional programs, we will …
Read More» FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 The United States, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam reaffirmed their long-standing relationship by launching the Mekong-U.S. Partnership on September 11. The United States announced plans, working with the U.S. Congress, to increase support for the autonomy, economic independence, good governance, and sustainable growth of Mekong partner countries, noting that upholding these values …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: On Friday, September 11, the United States, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and the ASEAN Secretariat launched the Mekong-U.S. Partnership. The Partnership will expand on cooperation begun in 2009 under the Lower Mekong Initiative by strengthening the autonomy, economic independence, and sustainable …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 12, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Deputy Secretary of State Stephen E. Biegun led the U.S. delegation at the 27th Annual ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting, attended by Foreign Ministers of the 26 ARF participating countries, including the DPRK, as well as the EU High Commissioner. Deputy Secretary …
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PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 America has long been a friend to ASEAN countries. At the ASEAN-U.S. Foreign Ministers’ meeting recently, I reaffirmed U.S. support for ASEAN’s role at the heart of the Indo-Pacific. The ASEAN Outlook for the Indo-Pacific and the U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy share a respect for sovereignty, the rule of law, …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo joined the annual ASEAN-United States Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with his counterparts from the 10 ASEAN member states via videoconference on September 9. Secretary Pompeo and his ASEAN counterparts highlighted the breadth and depth of U.S. engagement …
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FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) is the U.S. government’s signature program to educate and provide skills training to the people of Southeast Asia. YSEALI is open to young people from all Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member countries (Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, …
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FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 In 2020, the United States celebrates the fifth anniversary of the U.S.-ASEAN Strategic Partnership. This partnership is built on our shared principles, as outlined in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy and the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific, including ASEAN centrality, respect for sovereignty and rule of law, good governance, transparency, …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo joined counterparts from 17 countries for the 10th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting this morning. Secretary Pompeo highlighted U.S. support for principles of openness, inclusiveness, transparency, and respect for international law. These principles are shared across …
Read More» Secretary Pompeo to Participate in Virtual U.S.-ASEAN, East Asia Summit, ASEAN Regional Forum, Mekong-U.S. Partnership Foreign Ministers Meetings September 9-11 PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 Secretary Pompeo looks forward to meeting with his ASEAN counterparts and Foreign Ministers from across the Indo-Pacific region September 9-11 in the ASEAN-related Ministerial Meetings. On September 9, …
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Jakarta, Indonesia – August 25, 2020 The U.S. Mission to ASEAN hosted the 6th Women’s Leadership Academy for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI), with implementing partner Wedu, from August 10 to 24. Thirty-eight women leaders from civil society, government, and the private sector representing all ten ASEAN countries and Timor–Leste convened virtually for the workshop. The Women’s Leadership Academy provided a platform for these leaders to participate in seminars and workshops that challenged them to …
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PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 6, 2020 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I am pleased to congratulate the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Secretariat on the 53rd anniversary of the founding of ASEAN on August 8. For decades, ASEAN has fostered …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 5, 2020 Assistant Secretary David R. Stilwell of the State Department’s Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs co-chaired the 33rd U.S.-ASEAN Dialogue on August 4th, Washington, D.C. time (August 5th, Vientiane time) together with Deputy Foreign Minister Thongphane Savanphet of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. The dialogue highlighted the broad range …
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MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JULY 24, 2020 Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David R. Stilwell represented the United States at the 27th Annual ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) held virtually on July 21, 2020. Assistant Secretary Stilwell commended the ASEAN Chair, Vietnam, for exemplifying resilience and perseverance during …
Read More» REMARKS DAVID R. STILWELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS CENTER FOR STRATEGIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (VIRTUAL) JULY 14, 2020 Remarks as prepared INTRODUCTION Thank you, Greg. I’m honored to join you. I commend CSIS for regularly convening leading thinkers on the Indo-Pacific and on the South China Sea in …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 13, 2020 The United States champions a free and open Indo-Pacific. Today we are strengthening U.S. policy in a vital, contentious part of that region — the South China Sea. We are making clear: Beijing’s claims to offshore resources across most of the South China Sea are completely unlawful, as is …
Read More» REMARKS TO THE PRESS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE PRESS BRIEFING ROOM WASHINGTON, DC JUNE 10, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. It’s great to be with you all today. I’m here one more time, proudly, to talk about freedom and free societies. And while America is not a perfect nation by any means, we always strive towards that more …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. Mission to ASEAN — Public Affairs Section Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title : 2021 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Women’s Leadership Academy Funding Opportunity Number : SUSMAS19CA0004 Deadline for Applications : July 6, 2020 CFDA Number …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. Mission to ASEAN Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title : 2021 YSEALI Seeds for the Future Program Funding Opportunity Number : USMAS-21-YSEALI-001 Deadline for Applications : July 30, 2020 CFDA Number …
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WE, the Ministers of Health of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ (ASEAN) Member States, namely, Brunei Darussalam, the Kingdom of Cambodia, the Republic of Indonesia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Malaysia, the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, the Republic of the Philippines, the Republic of Singapore, the Kingdom of Thailand, and the Socialist …
Read More» FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 22, 2020 Today, Secretary Pompeo launched the U.S.-ASEAN Health Futures initiative. Health Futures captures our existing and ongoing work with ASEAN on public health and lays the groundwork for long-term partnership, targeted assistance, and a renewed focus on our most fundamental resource – the health and wellbeing of our combined one …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 22, 2020 Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are enduring strategic partners as we respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and plan for economic recovery. We commit to continue our collaboration with ASEAN to beat this pandemic and get back to the business of building a bright future for …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 6, 2020 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States and Vietnam as Co-Chairs of the ASEAN – U.S. High-level Interagency Video Conference to Counter COVID-19 held on April 1, 2020. Begin Text: The ASEAN Coordinating Council Working Group on Public Health Emergencies and United …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release March 31, 2020 “Whenever you see high quality, effective COVID-19 aid being delivered around the world by UN humanitarian and relief agencies, what you are seeing is the generosity of the American people and those who share our humanitarian values. We are by …
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For Immediate Release March 31, 2020 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson As the leader in the global health and humanitarian response to COVID-19, the United States has acted swiftly to support our ASEAN partners in combating the COVID-19 virus. Since the outbreak began, the U.S. government has provided approximately $18.3 million …
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[Fact Sheet] The United States is Leading the Humanitarian and Health Assistance Response to COVID-19 The U.S. government is leading the world’s humanitarian and health assistance response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are mobilizing all necessary resources to respond rapidly, both at home and abroad. As part of this comprehensive and generous U.S. response, the …
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The Young Southeast Asian Leadership Initiative (YSEALI) Seeds for the Future Small Grants Competition is thrilled to announce the funding of 25 grantee projects as part of its sixth and latest program cohort. The grantees, which include teams of young leaders representing all 11 YSEALI member countries, will receive grants ranging from USD $6,000 to USD $15,000 to implement projects across the themes of civic …
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JAKARTA, 14 February 2020 – ASEAN and the United States reiterated commitment to strengthen their strategic partnership for mutual benefit at the 11th Meeting of the ASEAN-U.S. Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) held at the ASEAN Secretariat today. At the meeting, ASEAN and U.S. officials noted that the longstanding partnership has expanded to cover a wide spectrum …
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We, the Defence Ministers of the Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Australia, the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of India, Japan, the Republic of Korea, New Zealand, the Russian Federation, and the United States of America gathered in Bangkok, Thailand on 18 November 2019 for the sixth ASEAN Defence …
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Launched Today, the Sixth ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women Sponsored by UL Focuses on Preventive Healthcare JAKARTA, 22 November 2019 – The official commencement and call for applications for the sixth annual ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women competition, sponsored by UL, was launched earlier today. The contest is supported through a collaborative effort among the …
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November 12, 2019 The U.S. Government is supporting ASEAN Member States and the ASEAN Committee for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Migrant Workers (ACMW) in upholding fundamental human rights of migrant workers through constructive, direct engagement with civil society. Today, over 35 representatives from civil society, the ASEAN Commission on the Protection …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 12, 2019 Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Keith Krach made three major announcements in energy, infrastructure and digital initiatives at the Indo-Pacific Business Forum (IPBF) in Bangkok. Together they represent advanced efforts in all three economic pillars of the Indo-Pacific Strategy to incorporate globally trusted …
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Bangkok/Nonthaburi, 4 November 2019 The 7th ASEAN-United States (U.S.) Summit was held in Bangkok, Kingdom of Thailand on 4 November 2019. The Meeting was chaired by H.E. General Prayut Chan-o-cha (Ret.), Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, and attended by Heads of State/Government of ASEAN Member States and their representatives as well as Ambassador …
Read More» FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 3, 2019 Over 1,000 business and government leaders from the United States and across the Indo-Pacific region gathered on November 4 in Bangkok for the Indo-Pacific Business Forum to promote the value of high-standard investment, transparency, rule of law, and private-sector-led economic development. The nearly 200 U.S. business executives in attendance represented …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 3, 2019 On the occasion of the 2019 Indo-Pacific Business Forum and the East Asia Summit in Bangkok, Thailand, the U.S. Department of State is pleased to release a progress report on the implementation of the U.S. whole-of-government strategy for the Indo-Pacific region. “A Free and Open Indo-Pacific: Advancing a Shared Vision” …
Read More» FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 3, 2019 The Indo Pacific Transparency Initiative was announced by Vice President Pence in November 2018 at the APEC CEO Summit in Papua New Guinea. The Transparency Initiative encompasses more than $600 million in programs that have been funded since the beginning of the Trump Administration. These programs promote civil society, rule …
Read More» FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 3, 2019 U.S. engagement with the ten member states of ASEAN has never been stronger. The United States welcomed ASEAN’s Indo-Pacific Outlook, and its close complementarity with America’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, as well as the regional approaches of our allies and partners. The United States aims to uphold sovereignty, transparency, good governance, ASEAN centrality, …
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Bangkok, Thailand. October 31 – November 3, 2019 – The United States Government, through the ASEAN-USAID Partnership for Regional Optimization within the Political-Security and Socio-Cultural Communities (PROSPECT) project, continues to strengthen innovative entrepreneurship by providing an opportunity for young start-up innovators, or “Start Impact Innovators,” from all 10 ASEAN Member States, to tap into business expertise …
Read More» President Trump Announces the United States Government Mission to the United States-Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit and East Asia Summit Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the United States participation in the United States-Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit and the East Asia Summit in Bangkok, the Kingdom of Thailand, from November 3 to 4, 2019. The President has named Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs Robert C. O’Brien as his Special …
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Official Launch of the Remapping & Analysis of Human Rights & Peace Education in ASEAN/ Southeast Asia and Regional Workshop on Converging for Human Rights and Peace Education: Addressing Gridlocks & Maximizing Prospect in ASEAN/ Southeast Asia October 17-18, 2019 Jakarta, Indonesia The U.S. Government, through the ASEAN-USAID PROSPECT project, is supporting the ASEAN University …
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MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 3, 2019 The following is the text of the Co-Chairs’ statement from the ASEAN-U.S. Cyber Policy Dialogue released by the Dialogue Co-Chairs: the Governments of the United States of America and Lao PDR. The ASEAN-U.S. Cyber Policy Dialogue was held in Singapore October 3. Begin Text: The inaugural ASEAN-U.S. Cyber Policy Dialogue was held …
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Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: September 29, 2019 United States Hosts 2019 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Summit in Phuket: Advancing Partnership for Sustainability The U.S. Department of State will host the 2019 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit in Phuket, Thailand from September 29 to October 3, 2019. The leadership summit will bring together 150 emerging leaders, from …
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September 23-25, 2019 Jakarta, Indonesia The U.S. Government, through the ASEAN-USAID PROSPECT project, partnered with the South East Asia Parties Against Corruption (SEA-PAC), an ASEAN-affiliated entity comprising national-level anti-corruption agencies (ACA), to hold a three-day “Regional Workshop on Private Sector Corruption Legal Frameworks, Enforcement, and Prevention” at the Indonesia Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Anti-Corruption Learning …
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September 18-20, 2019 Royal Sheraton Orchid Hotel and Towers, Bangkok, Thailand Through the ASEAN-USAID PROSPECT project, the U.S. Government is supporting the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) 6th Annual Youth Debate in partnership with the Government of Thailand and the private sector. The debate provides an opportunity for university students from ASEAN Member …
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Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam September 16th – 19th, 2019 The U.S. Government through the ASEAN-USAID PROSPECT project, in partnership with the ASEAN Foundation and the Scoop (a media outlet for news, arts and culture and lifestyle based in Brunei Darussalam), is proud to support youth engagement in the region through the ASEAN Youth Social …
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Manila, Philippines – Five or so years ago, “fake news” was a term that no one used. Today, it’s no longer just a term, but a phenomenon, recognized as an urgent global problem and a threat to human life by world leaders and institutions. The rise of social media as the main source of news and information by most has made it …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 2, 2019 The United States will strengthen its energy partnerships in the Indo-Pacific at the upcoming ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM), East Asia Summit Energy Ministers Meeting, and the ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF) in Bangkok, Thailand the first week of September. Assistant Secretary of State Francis R. Fannon of …
Read More» JAKARTA, 2 September 2019 – The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), through the Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation (COSTI), and the U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with Underwriters Laboratories (UL), are proud to announce the national finalists for the fifth annual ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women. …
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SATTAHIP, THAILAND 09.01.2019 Courtesy Story Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific SATTAHIP, Thailand (NNS) – The U.S. Navy and maritime forces from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will begin the first ASEAN-U.S. Maritime Exercise (AUMX) with opening ceremonies at Sattahip Naval Base, Thailand Sept. 2. Co-led by the U.S. and Royal Thai navies, AUMX …
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia August 22-23, 2019 The United States Government through the ASEAN-USAID Partnership for Regional Optimization within the Political-Security and Socio-Cultural Communities (PROSPECT) project continues its commitment to promote and protect the rights of women in ASEAN. Working closely with the ASEAN Secretariat, the ASEAN Committee on Women, and the ASEAN Commission on the …
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PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 7, 2019 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I’m pleased to congratulate the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Secretariat on the 52nd anniversary of the founding of ASEAN on August 8. Throughout its history, ASEAN has helped …
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FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 2, 2019 The Mekong Matters to America The Mekong region – Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam – is strategically important to the United States. The region is a focus of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy, and integral to our engagement with ASEAN. The United States aims to uphold sovereignty, transparency, good governance, ASEAN centrality, …
Read More» FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 2, 2019 With a population of 650 million, average GDP growth of five percent nearing $3 trillion, and a young, tech-savvy demographic, the ten ASEAN countries make up one of the world’s most dynamic regions. Over the past 42 years, the United States and ASEAN have worked together to promote peace, stability, …
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REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE SIAM SOCIETY BANGKOK, THAILAND AUGUST 2, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Peter, thank you for the kind introduction. I also want to thank the Siam Society and your president for hosting me. I know too we have many prominent businesspeople here in the room with us today. I want to recognize Greg …
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REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE CENTARA GRAND BANGKOK, THAILAND AUGUST 1, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Thank you, Foreign Minister. Thanks for hosting here today, and I want to congratulate also Foreign Minister Don on a successful year at Thailand’s chairmanship. As Secretary of State, a key part of my mission is to tell the world what America …
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REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE CENTARA GRAND BANGKOK, THAILAND AUGUST 1, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you, Foreign Minister. I want to thank you, Thailand, for hosting this special ministerial marking a decade of the Lower Mekong Initiative. The United States has been a proud partner for those whole 10 years, and thanks to our work: 340,000 people have …
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July 25-26, 2019 Jakarta, Indonesia The U.S. Government is supporting the Human Rights Working Group (HRWG) to establish a platform for governments of ASEAN Member States (AMS), ASEAN Sectoral bodies, civil society organizations, and other relevant stakeholders to discuss, debate, and share good practices and lessons learned to better implement the ASEAN Consensus at the …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JULY 22, 2019 On the 10th anniversary of the accession of the United States to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, the United States celebrates our flourishing strategic partnership with ASEAN. The close relationship between the United States and ASEAN has advanced on the foundation of …
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July 9, 2019, Bangkok. The U.S. Government continued its support through the ASEAN-USAID PROSPECT project to regional efforts to counter illicit trafficking of wildlife. PROSPECT is providing technical expertise to help ASEAN develop a set of regional Guidelines for Detecting and Preventing Wildlife Trafficking in addition to providing an opportunity for relevant stakeholders to review, …
Read More» Phuket, Thailand, September 29 – October 3, 2019 The 2019 YSEALI Summit marks YSEALI’s sixth anniversary and will bring together 150 YSEALI alumni from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member nations and Timor-Leste. The summit’s theme is “Advancing Partnership for Sustainability” and the goal is to engage the participants on critical regional topics …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JULY 2, 2019 We welcome the issuance of the “ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific” by the ten leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on June 23, 2019. This is a major step in affirming ASEAN unity at an important time in the organization’s history. We …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. Mission to ASEAN Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: 2020 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Women’s Leadership Academy Funding Opportunity Number: SUSMAS19CA0003 Deadline for Applications: August 30, 2019, 4pm Jakarta time CFDA Number: 19.040 Total Amount Available: $150,000 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Section of the …
Read More» The ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Youth (SOMY) is pleased to announce the 2019 ASEAN Youth Social Journalism Contest. ASEAN is inviting youth “Social Journalists” to submit an essay describing a theme that explores “the importance of responsive and transparent government in their day-to-day lives, promoting the ideals of fairness, equity, and transparency in their …
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The U.S. Mission to ASEAN and the Mission of the Republic of Korea to ASEAN held a 5G capacity building workshop as part of the U.S.-ASEAN Connect Digital Economy Series in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 23, 2019. The workshop came after the ROK and the United States agreed on the need to strengthen economic cooperation …
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ASEAN Commission on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Women and Children (ACWC) 2019 Partnership Conference Bangkok, Thailand April 1 – 2, 2019 The U.S. Government, through the ASEAN-USAID PROSPECT project, is providing complementary support to the ACWC along with the Government of Australia, Plan International, Thailand Institute of Justice, and the Asia …
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Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary W. Patrick Murphy co-chaired the 32nd U.S.-ASEAN Dialogue in Washington, D.C., on March 28, together with Deputy Foreign Minister Thongphane Savanphet of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. The dialogue highlighted the broad range of U.S.-ASEAN cooperation across political, economic, and social pillars and highlighted the …
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From ASEAN Secretariat Website JAKARTA, 1 March 2019 – ASEAN and the United States of America (US) discussed a range of collaborative initiatives to further strengthen their strategic partnership during a meeting at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta (2/28). The 10th Meeting of the ASEAN-US Joint Cooperation Committee noted that the ASEAN-US relations continued to follow an …
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Suntec Convention Centre Suntec City, Singapore VICE PRESIDENT PENCE: Your Majesty, your excellencies, it is my honor to join you all here at the 6th Summit between the United States of America and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Last year, President Trump attended this summit to share our nation’s vision of a “free and …
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YSEALI turns 5 this year! Join our logo contest, and get in on a chance to be featured in YSEALI promotional materials for 2019 regional workshops, exchanges and social media platforms. Find out by visiting our website for more details. How to join . . . Create a logo for YSEALI’s 5th anniversary using …
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Issued on: August 31, 2018 President Donald J. Trump will travel to Paris, France, to participate in a November 11 commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended the fighting in World War I. The President’s participation in this event will highlight the sacrifices that Americans have made, not only during World War …
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On August 31, USASEAN CDA Campbell and U.S.-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) Senior Vice President Michael Michalak signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to combine efforts, resources and ideas in support of the joint US-ASEAN Internship Program. The program highlights internship opportunities for local students at U.S. companies operating in Southeast Asia. The MOU outlines USABC …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. Mission to ASEAN Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: 2019 YSEALI Seeds for the Future Program Funding Opportunity Number: USMAS-18-YSEALI-002 Deadline for Applications: September 15, 2018 CFDA Number: 19.040 Total Amount Available: $330,000 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. …
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On August 14, more than 6000 people across Southeast Asia watched our “Innovation ASEAN: A Silicon Valley Recipe for Success” event on Facebook Live. U.S.-ASEAN Connect hosted the event with economic and public affairs sections from U.S. Embassies in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Innovation ASEAN featured panels in Jakarta, Penang, and Manila, connected through …
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SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. It’s been an honor to participate in my first ASEAN ministerial meetings here in Singapore. I want to first thank Foreign Minister Balakrishnan for hosting. We have reaffirmed our strong bilateral relationship, and it’s great to be back in Singapore again after having been here in June.We remain grateful for Singapore’s …
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SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Thank you, Mr. Minister. It’s an honor to co-chair this ministerial meeting with you. It’s my first meeting as well. I’m delighted to participate in this first engagement here with U.S.-ASEAN, and it’s great to be back in Singapore. I would like to thank you, Foreign Minister Balakrishnan, for Singapore’s warm welcome, …
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SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. It’s great to be with you. Thank you, Tom, for the kind introduction. Thanks to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for having me here and hosting this important Indo-Pacific Business Forum as well. I’m glad to see, too, many American business leaders with us here today. I did this for a …
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JAKARTA (June 14th, 2018) – Troy Logramonte Valdehueza of the Philippines has won first place in the 4th ASEAN Youth Video Contest. His video “We Belong” speaks about identity and acceptance of the Lumads people of Mindanao, an indigenous community in the Philippines. In second place, Malaysia’s Risjhen Rajasingam Velsine produced, “We Are More Alike …
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Singapore, June 5th, 2018 – The U.S. Government through the ASEAN-U.S. Partnership for Good Governance, Equitable and Sustainable Development and Security (PROGRESS) project convened an inception meeting in Singapore June 4th to 5th to support the efforts of ASEAN’s Committee on Disaster Management (ACDM) to operationalize ASEAN Standards and Certification for Experts in Disaster Management …
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For immediate release. SINGAPORE, June 4, 2018 – The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), with support from the U.S. Agency for International Development and the ASEAN Business Advisory Council, brought together officials from ASEAN Member States, representatives of the private sector, and officials of foreign governments to review progress in implementing the ASEAN Single …
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Singapore, May 16th, 2018 – The U.S. Government through the ASEAN-U.S. Partnership for Good Governance, Equitable and Sustainable Development and Security (PROGRESS) project and in close partnership with the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) and GIZ supported the ASEAN Secretariat to organize the third “Consultation on a Rules-Based ASEAN” May 16th to 17th …
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The five-day event builds the ASEAN startup ecosystem by accelerating 39 impact enterprises representing all 10 ASEAN member states. INLE LAKE, MYANMAR – Thirty-nine entrepreneurs between ages 20-30 representing Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam are converging for a five-day accelerator event to build Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem together …
Read More» ASEAN, United States reiterate commitment to strengthen partnership JAKARTA, 1 March 2019 – ASEAN and the United States of America (US) discussed a range of collaborative initiatives to further strengthen their strategic partnership during a meeting at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta yesterday. The 10th Meeting of the ASEAN-US Joint Cooperation Committee noted that the ASEAN-US relations continued to follow an upward trajectory since its elevation to a strategic …
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April 23rd 2018. Following the success of the past three years, the United States Government through ASEAN-U.S. PROGRESS project, and in partnership with the ASEAN Foundation, are supporting the 4th ASEAN Youth Video Contest. Designed to enhance youth leadership and civic engagement, the contest is open to all ASEAN citizens between 18 and 30 years …
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From organizational leaders to entrepreneurs to educators, 38 female leaders representing all ten ASEAN countries united in Jakarta to challenge the future of global leadership. The US Mission to ASEAN hosted the Women’s Leadership Academy for Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) for its fourth year with implementing partner Wedu. The academy provides a platform for future and current women leaders to …
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Jakarta, Indonesia March 25, 2018 The U.S. Government through the ASEAN-U.S. PROGRESS project continues to support ASEAN efforts to coordinate across relevant sectors on the implementation of the ASEAN Convention on Trafficking in Persons (ACTIP) and its ASEAN Plan of Action (APA). In collaboration with the ASEAN Secretariat and ASEAN’s Commission on the Promotion and …
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Are you a scientist from ASEAN who wants a breakthrough in your career? Are you interested in driving policy debates and data-based decision making to address pressing regional and national level challenges? Would you like to expand your professional network within ASEAN and to learn firsthand how ASEAN works on issues related to science and …
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The 2018 YSEALI Regional Workshop: Marine Debris Expedition Preventing and Combatting Marine Debris in the Seas of Southeast Asia August 4-9, 2018 Jakarta, Indonesia ANNOUNCEMENT A. PROGRAM OVERVIEW The U.S. Embassy Jakarta and Divers Clean Action seek candidates for the 2018 YSEALI Regional Workshop on Preventing and Combatting Marine Debris in the Seas of …
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Application Details Background and Introduction The ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Youth (SOMY) is pleased to announce the 4th Annual ASEAN Youth Video contest focused on the theme of “Youth Celebrating Diversity to Promote a Culture of Peace and Tolerance.” This contest is supported by the ASEAN Foundation and the U.S. Government through …
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Bali, January 29, 2018. The U.S. Government through the ASEAN-U.S. Partnership for Good Governance, Equitable and Sustainable Development and Security (PROGRESS) project is supporting the 10th Summer Institute on “Trade, Investment, and the Rule of Law in ASEAN.” The two-day event has brought together over 70 participants from relevant ASEAN bodies, civil society organizations, private …
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: December 5, 2017 Seven-day workshop will bring together emerging filmmakers representing all 10 ASEAN member states to advance their storytelling and technical skills. LUANG PRABANG – Fourteen (14) emerging filmmakers from all ten Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states will come together for seven days to explore strategies and …
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Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 3, 2017 On December 3, the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) – the State Department’s flagship leadership program in Southeast Asia – will celebrate its fourth anniversary. To mark the occasion, emerging leaders in all ASEAN member countries will implement community service projects, December 1–10, …
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Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC November 30, 2017 We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing on November 30 in Bangkok of the great Southeast Asian statesman, Dr. Surin Pitsuwan. Dr. Surin was a tireless champion of the Thai people, an eloquent advocate for all of Southeast Asia, and a dear …
Read More» MANILA, 24 OCTOBER 2017 The Fourth ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (4th ADMM-Plus) was held on 24 October 2017 in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines. The Meeting was chaired by Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana, Secretary of National Defence, Philippines. The Meeting was attended by the ten ASEAN Member States and eight ASEAN Dialogue Partners, namely: Australia, the …
Read More» Philippine International Convention Center Manila, Philippines 2:57 P.M. PHT PRESIDENT TRUMP: President Duterte, distinguished leaders, friends and partners: I’m honored to represent the United States of America at this U.S.-ASEAN Commemorative Summit. We gather today at a time of great promise and great challenge. I speak to you on behalf of 350 million Americans with …
Read More» Remarks by President Trump and President Duterte of the Philippines Before Bilateral Meeting | Manila, Philippines Philippine International Convention Center | 1:04 P.M. PHT PRESIDENT DUTERTE: (In progress.) But on the whole, I think I have so many things to say about (inaudible). I will just summarize (inaudible). We are your ally. We are an important …
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Ariyana Da Nang Exhibition Center – Da Nang, Vietnam 1:19 P.M. ICT PRESIDENT TRUMP: What an honor it is to be here in Vietnam — in the very heart of the Indo-Pacific — to address the people and business leaders of this region. This has already been a remarkable week for the United States in this …
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November 4th – 9th, 2017. The United States Government, through the ASEAN-U.S. PROGRESS project, and in partnership with the ASEAN Foundation is hosting the first ever ASEAN Youth Citizen Journalism contest workshop in Singapore November 4th – 9th. The contest, launched in September, asked young people across ASEAN to write an essay (max 600 words) …
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Application Details The ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Youth (SOMY) is pleased to announce the 2017 ASEAN Youth Citizen Journalism contest. We are inviting “Citizen Journalists” to submit an essay describing a theme that is important to youth in the ASEAN Community, such as youth entrepreneurship, employment, awareness raising, volunteerism and leadership, and building resilient …
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Bangkok, September 7, 2017. On September 6, 2017, The Chargé d’affaires of the United States Mission to ASEAN, Ambassador Daniel Shields, attended the 4th Annual ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) Youth Debate awards ceremony at Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand. A distinguished panel of judges selected the five top youth debaters out of forty …
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Deadline is extended to July 8, 2017! The ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Youth (SOMY) is pleased to announce the 3rd Annual ASEAN Youth Video contest focused on the theme of “What does 50 Years of ASEAN Mean to Youth?” This contest is supported by the U.S. Government through the United States Agency for International …
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 23, 4pm Jakarta time The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission to ASEAN (USASEAN) announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to implement a two-day “TechCamp” workshop during the week of August 21st in Jakarta, Indonesia, and to support follow-on activities after the workshop. The workshop will bring together 40 …
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ASEAN-U.S Science and Technology (S&T) Fellows and their supervisors from eight Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) convened at the ASEAN Foundation in Jakarta today to celebrate the successes from their Fellowship over the last year. Under the third annual cohort of the S&T Fellowship, these early-career scientists were selected through …
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Rapid urbanization is a trend facing many metropolises across the world, but is particularly affecting the ASEAN region, with nearly half of its population living in urban centers. ASEAN comprises some of the largest and fastest growing cities of the world. By 2050 it is projected that the most rural ASEAN country, Cambodia, will have …
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Statement by U.S. Ambassador to ASEAN Nina Hachigian at the Bali Democracy Forum IX Thursday, December 8, 2016 Bali, Indonesia Mr. Vice Minister, esteemed delegates, let me begin by offering my thanks to Indonesia. Sincerest thanks to the Minister for this opportunity and please accept our deepest condolences for the losses in Aceh. The United …
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PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release SIEM REAP, October 28, 2016 – The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with UL, a global safety science organization, announced Dr. Worajit Setthapun of Thailand as the winner of the 2016 ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women. She was honored …
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Jakarta, October 17 – In partnership with Wedu, the U.S. Mission to ASEAN is organizing the U.S. – ASEAN Women’s Leadership Academy for Young Southeast Asian Leaders (YSEALI) in Jakarta from October 17 to 21, 2016. The U.S. ASEAN Women’s Leadership Academy for YSEALI is grateful for support by partners AirAsia, GE, IBM, and Visa. …
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On behalf of the people of the United States, I offer my heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, her children and grandchildren, and the people of Thailand on the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. His Majesty the King was a close friend of the United States and a valued partner of many …
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BANGKOK, October 3, 2016 – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) today announced the top three youth teams to present their technology-based solutions at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Ministerial Meeting on Science and Technology in late October. The YSEALI World of Food Innovation Challenge invited youth in the region to submit their technology solutions to challenges …
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Deadline is extended to October 7, 2016 Application Details Background and Introduction The ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Youth (SOMY) is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual ASEAN Youth Video contest focused on the theme of “volunteerism” in the ASEAN Community. This contest is supported by the U.S. Government through the United States Agency …
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Final Transcript U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE: READOUT of US–ASEAN Summit 2016 September 13, 2016/10:00 p.m. EDT SPEAKERS: Nina Hachigian, U.S. Ambassador to ASEAN Cynthia Gire, Bureau of Public Affairs PRESENTATION Moderator: Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by. Welcome to the US–ASEAN Summit conference call. At this time, all participants are in a …
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Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): FY 2017 YSEALI Urban Planning and Smart Growth Workshop U.S. Embassy Singapore Public Affairs Section (PAS) Announcement Type: Cooperative Agreement Funding Amount: Up to USD$250,000.00 Application Deadline: August 29, 2016 Executive Summary: The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Singapore announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement …
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Notice of Funding Opportunity U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan Public Affairs Section (PAS) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): 2017 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Generation: Eco-Entrepreneurship Workshop Announcement Type: Cooperative Agreement Funding Amount: Up to $200,000 (pending funding availability) Application Deadline: August 19, 2016 Executive Summary: The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in …
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Notice of Funding Opportunity U.S. Mission to ASEAN Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): 2016 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Women’s Leadership Academy Application Deadline: July 20, 2016, 6pm Jakarta time Executive Summary: The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission to ASEAN announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop …
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Good evening! It is delightful to see all of you. I am really going to miss Ambassador Blake, Ibu Sofia and their wonderful daughters. This is a bittersweet night–a wonderful birthday party for our nation, but also the beginning of saying goodbye to a great Ambassador and great friends. Bob has the privilege of working …
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Deadline was July 1, 2016. Announcement from the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission to ASEAN about an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement a year-long Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Seeds for the Future small grants program.
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Submit your innovative technology ideas to boost regional food security for a chance to join other young leaders on a week-long training in Singapore and to participate in a study tour to the United States!
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The U.S. Agency for International Development and U.S. Mission to ASEAN, in partnership with Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and UL, aim to strengthen ASEAN science and technical capacity through an annual ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women (“Prize”). The 2016 Prize will provide a promising, ASEAN-based, early to mid-career woman scientist whose research focuses …
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Are you a scientist from ASEAN interested in driving policy debates and data-based decision making to address the most pressing regional and national level challenges? Would you like to expand your professional network within ASEAN and to learn first hand how ASEAN works on issues related to S&T? If you answered yes to these questions, …
Read More» Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The Connectivity of Common Rules in the South China Sea Thank you to MIMA and its Director General First Admiral Dato Chin Yoon Chin for inviting me today, and to Vice Admiral Dato’ Kamarulzaman for moderating this panel. The Importance of Norms, Rules and Standards Today I’m going to talk about maritime …
Read More» Supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented through a partnership between the Royal University of Phnom Penh and the University Kebangsaan Malaysia, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Youth Volunteer Program (AYVP) closed a month of activities to develop skills as eco-leaders and volunteers in Phnom Penh on Friday, August …
Read More» The finalists from the 2015 ASEAN Youth Video Contest share their perspectives on what the ASEAN Community means to youth and were selected to join a video production workshop in Singapore last month on the basis of draft storyboards they submitted for the initial round of the contest. During the training, they learned production techniques …
Read More» Section 1. Background and Introduction The ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Youth (SOMY) is pleased to announce a video contest entitled “What does the ASEAN Community Mean to Youth?” This contest is supported by the U.S. Government through the U.S Mission to ASEAN and the ASEAN Foundation. We are seeking your creative and inspiring story …
Read More» HO CHI MINH CITY – Experts from multi-national companies in Ho Chi Minh City today met 65 entrepreneurs from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Viet Nam to discuss ways these businesses can better integrate into the global supply chain and be more competitive, especially in the garment and footwear sectors. …
Read More» BANGKOK – More than 40 women entrepreneurs from an Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) meeting in Bangkok yesterday announced a regional product brand and marketing platform called the GREAT Women (Gender Responsive Economic Actions for the Transformation of Women) – ASEAN Collection. From its base in the Philippines, this innovative approach and brand is being …
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Jakarta – Ambassador Nina Hachigian gave her remarks at the inaugural session of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) policy level officers study visit to the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre). Ambassador Hachigian highlighted U.S. humanitarian assistance and disaster relief activities in South and Southeast Asia, underscoring …
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Jakarta, Indonesia As prepared for delivery Selamat sore, Good afternoon everyone. Thank you, Ambassador Blake for the kind introduction. I am grateful to be your colleague and honored to work alongside you here in Jakarta. What a pleasure to be at @america with all of you. I was here yesterday for the first time and …
Read More» Jakarta, Indonesia – Ambassador Hachigian’s overview of U.S. engagement with ASEAN stimulated discussion with over 100 young people from Paradamina University, with YSEALI members, and with other exchange program alumni @america in Jakarta Wednesday, December 3. U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake introduced Ambassador Hachigian, and after Ambassador Hachigian’s remarks, she answered questions and invited …
Read More» Mr. Michael Fuchs , Deputy Assistant Secretary of U.S. Department of State Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, will host a Twitter Q&A “U.S. and ASEAN” on Monday, October 6, 2014. Deputy Assistant Secretary Fuchs is happy to entertain any questions on U.S. perspective on the upcoming EAS Summit and U.S.-ASEAN Summit, and on U.S. – ASEAN cooperation. …
Read More» The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Regional Knowledge Network on Climate Change and ASEAN Social Forestry Network held a workshop on Safeguard Information Systems from September 9 to 11 in Jakarta. The Center for People and Forests, the USAID Lowering Emissions in Asia’s Forests program and USAID Grassroots Equity and Enhanced Networks in the …
Read More» Bogor, Indonesia – Seven ASEAN-U.S. Science and Technology Fellows (S&T Fellows) joined ASEAN’s Science & Technology Week in Bogor, Indonesia, participating in workhsops and presentations. They also participate in the ASEAN-U.S. Consultation on Science and Technology, attending as part of their year-long fellowship focused on issues related to biodiversity, climate change, disaster risk and reduction, …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE On August 9, 2014, Secretary John Kerry and the Foreign Ministers of the Lower Mekong partner countries launched the LMI Eminent and Expert Persons Group at the LMI Ministerial Meeting. As a first priority, the Ministers tasked the group with finding concrete ways to promote a sustainable future for the …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE On August 9, 2014, Secretary of State John Kerry led the United States’ delegation to the Seventh Lower Mekong Initiative (LMI) Ministerial Meeting in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar. LMI is the region’s only forum for addressing cross-border development and policy challenges facing …
Read More» The full text of the State Department’s 2013 International Religious Freedom Report is available on the State Department website. U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Washington, D.C. International Religious Freedom Report for 2013 Executive Summary History shows that nations that uphold the rights of their people — including the freedom of religion — are …
Read More» NAY PYI TAW – Thirty young diplomats from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other ministries completed a five-day seminar July 14-18, 2014 to further refine their understanding of ASEAN and the growing role of the organization in defining issues of concern common to Myanmar and its neighbors. The program, organized by the United States …
Read More» The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) announced the first Seeds for the Future grants competition, and the grants application process will open onJuly 15 and run until August 1. Applicants are expected to find team members and develop proposals for submission. Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded to initiatives addressing the four YSEALI themes …
Read More» Jakarta, Indonesia – US Mission to ASEAN, in partnership with US Embassy Rangoon, developed a two-day program form journalists from Myanmar to help them better understand ASEAN, U.S. – ASEAN relations, and the issues which underpin a free, open and professional media environment. On the first day, the seven journalists met with US Mission to …
Read More» The Department of State requests proposals from non-profit organizations interested in a cooperative agreement award from the U.S. Department of State Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs (EAP) to manage the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Seeds for the Future grants competition. Approximately $750,000.00 will be awarded for the program. The YSEALI Seeds for the Future program will provide …
Read More» This article was originally published on the Defense Department website on May 30. Washington — At an annual Asia security conference in Singapore that he helped to create while he was a U.S. senator, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel will lay out challenges the participating nations face and will meet with many fellow defense leaders to …
Read More» Singapore – The U.S. Department of Commerce collaborates with U.S. government-funded ASEAN Connectivity through Trade and Investment (ACTI) project to ensure that ASEAN’s standards-related measures are trade facilitating. Work in this area is designed to include support to ASEAN in adoption and implementation of a directive on medical device regulations. As such, upon request of …
Read More» Jakarta – As a part of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) program, launched by President Obama in Kuala Lumpur April 26-28, U.S. Embassy Jakarta hosted an @america event inviting 100 university students to watch the YSEALI Town Hall, where President Obama hosted a Q&A session with YSEALI participants at the University of Malaya. …
Read More» Vietnam – USAID through the ASEAN Connectivity through Trade and Investment (ACTI) project partners with the US-ASEAN Business Alliance to sponsor the first Launching Workshop of the ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs’ Network (AWEN) in Vietnam on April 22-23, 2014. Although the formation of AWEN has long been announced by Vietnam at the 6th ASEAN Committee on …
Read More» Kuala Lumpur – As ASEAN strives towards establishing an ASEAN Community by 2015, it is important to ensure that such development is sustainable through, among other areas, mitigating greenhouse gas emission thus contributing to global climate change abatement. In support of this idea, the ASEAN Connectivity through Trade and Investment project also sets its goal …
Read More» Ho Chi Minh City – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and U.S.-ASEAN Business Council launched the U.S. – ASEAN Business Alliance for SMEs on March 4, 2014. The Business Alliance mobilizes resources of major U.S. corporations and USAID, particularly the ASEAN Trade and Investment Connectivity (ACTI) project to support the efforts to make …
Read More» April 1-3, 2014 Honolulu, Hawaii U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel discussed military cooperation in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HA/DR) and other regional security issues with ASEAN Defense Ministers and the ASEAN Secretary-General Le Luong Minh. All ten ASEAN Member States participated and noted the important role military assets play in responding to natural …
Read More» BANDUNG, March 10, 2014 – The development of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in ASEAN is critical for development in the ASEAN region. SMEs account for 96% of all enterprises and between 50 and 85% of domestic employment in ASEAN. Moreover, supporting SMEs provides a unique opportunity for the economic empowerment of women and young entrepreneurs. …
Read More» This article was originally published on the Defense Department website on March 18. Washington — Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel spoke with Malaysian Defense Minister Hishammuddin Tun Hussein on March 17 to discuss the ongoing search for Malaysian Airlines Flight 370. In a statement summarizing the phone call, assistant Pentagon press secretary Carl Woog said Hagel …
Read More» With U.S. Government support, Singapore hosts the first Court Excellence and Judicial Cooperation Forum 2014 for judiciaries in the ASEAN region March 5-7. This Forum serves as a platform to promote knowledge exchange and sharing of best practices in the area of judicial administration and delivery of justice among ASEAN judiciaries and courts. ASEAN Member States …
Read More» Underlining the importance of U.S. engagement with ASEAN, U.S. Secretary of State Honourable John Kerry today paid a courtesy call on Secretary-General of ASEAN, H.E. Le Luong Minh. Secretary Kerry visited ASEAN Headquarters in Jakarta where he engaged Secretary-General Minh and other senior ASEAN Secretariat officials in discussions on U.S.-ASEAN relations and other regional issues …
Read More» The US reaffirmed its commitment to deepen its practical cooperation with ASEAN on areas of mutual interest including humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR). “The multilateral exercises that we do with ASEAN provide valuable platforms as it brings in other partner countries to operate closely together, hence contributing not only to regional, but global security,” …
Read More» Nay Pyi Taw – Myanmar was host to a US-sponsored two-day workshop on commercial law development. Conducted on November 20-21, the workshop demonstrated how commercial law leads to inclusive and sustained economic growth. Opening the event, the Attorney General emphasized the importance of commercial law development for Myanmar’s development plans. By the end of the workshop, participants had …
Read More» Southeast Asia faces a variety of development challenges: climate change, disaster response, governance, food security, and health are just a few. That these challenges are interdependent and complex is well-known, but how are they best tackled? USAID does not believe that they can be confronted using traditional development programming. In this spirit, the U.S. Agency …
Read More» Do you have a mobile service or app that is being used to address a development challenge in Asia? Do you want the opportunity to promote your mobile solution to a broader audience of development and technology professionals? If so, apply for the Mobile Solutions for Development in Asia Award today! The U.S. Agency for International Development …
Read More» Yangon – Around 60 participants attended a two-day workshop in Yangon, Myanmar on November 12 – 13 to better understand ASEAN’s program for self-certification of product origin. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a better understanding of the proposed self-certification scheme and the institutions required to make the system work. The workshop …
Read More» Jakarta – Trainers from the PACOM Center for Excellence in Disaster Management & Humanitarian Assistance (CFE-DMHA), Marine Corps Forces Pacific, and the Marine Corps University began a five-day training seminar on management planning for the ASEAN Coordinating Center for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Center). In opening remarks, Ambassador Carden recognized the importance of …
Read More» Jakarta – Acknowledging that many democracies in the region are “works in progress,” Ambassador Carden and twenty undergraduate international relations students at Paramadina University held a lively discussion on the roles that globalization, human empowerment, education, connectivity, labor, free trade, corruption, tax reform, inequality, and other issues play in the development of democratic systems. The …
Read More» Jakarta – An audience of about 25 students and faculty from the University of Indonesia American Studies Graduate Program responded positively to Ambassador Carden’s challenge to consider taking a different approach to tackling the challenges facing Southeast Asia. Describing U.S. engagement with ASEAN, the Ambassador discussed the important role cooperation amongst all stakeholders will be …
Read More» The U.S. Mission to ASEAN announces the new ASEAN-U.S. Science and Technology Fellows Pilot Program, which is aimed at strengthening capacity for science-based policy-making in ASEAN. ASEAN scientists will work directly with policymakers in ASEAN Member State ministries to bring the best available science to inform the policymaking process; liaise between government officials and the …
Read More» Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia –Ambassador Carden joined the Malaysian Minister of Youth and Sports and the Vice-Chancellor of National University of Malaysia to celebrate the inaugural ASEAN Youth Volunteer Program (AYVP) with 100 volunteers from all 10 Member States. Grabbing a microphone in a few minutes of down time before the formal program, the Ambassador addressed …
Read More» In this weekend’s Straits Times, a feature article on Ambassador Carden covered the broad U.S. engagement in the region, focusing on the non-traditional security challenges the United States is addressing, including climate change, sustainable urban development, biodiversity conservation, disaster risk management, pandemic preparedness, human and wildlife trafficking, and youth engagement. Read the article here .
Read More» John Dawson interviewed Ambassador Carden on Bloomberg TV’s First Up program (5-minute video linked here: Bloomberg TV Interview ). The Ambassador discussed the importance of rules-based systems and high-standards trade agreements, such as the Trans-Pacific Partnership, for encouraging business investment and economic growth. He also emphasized the breadth of U.S. engagement in Southeast Asia.
Read More» Singapore – Ambassador Carden delivered the inaugural lecture at The Institute of South East Asian Studies (ISEAS) ASEAN Studies Center in Singapore today. The new lecture series focuses on Dialogue Partner Relations in ASEAN. Former ASEC Secretary General Rodolfo Severino hosted the event, which included audience members from think tanks, the diplomatic corps, consultancy firms, …
Read More» Singapore – Ambassador Carden participated in the opening panel “Competition and Cooperation in a Turbulent World” at the 6th ASEAN and Asia Forum, sponsored by the Singapore Institute of International Affairs, an independent think tank. Following a keynote speech by Brunei Second Foreign Minister Pehin Lim Jock Seng, Ambassador Carden delivered remarks on the United …
Read More» Sentul, Indonesia: Ambassador Carden joined Indonesia Armed Forces Commander, General Moeldoko, to open the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Counter-Terrorism Exercise (CTX) today in Sentul, Indonesia. Indonesia is highlighting the CTX as the world’s biggest counter-terrorism exercise. Gen Moeldoko said the CTX will develop military capabilities by exchanging best practices and demonstrating tactics, techniques, and …
Read More» Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ASEAN Bloggers Indonesian Chapter organized a one-day Seminar in Jakarta, August 24, 2013. The theme of the event was “ASEAN Connectivity towards ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) 2015: The Role and Contributions of Bloggers and Social Media in facing the ASEAN Economic Integration” which focused on bloggers’ roles for the 2015 ASEAN Economic Community goals …
Read More» Ambassador Carden hosted a coffee for the ASEAN Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) in honor of visiting Congressional delegation led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce and Congressman David Cicilline. Chairman Royce and Congressman Cicilline and the PRs discussed ASEAN priorities, including economic integration, environmental conservation, wildlife and human trafficking, and youth and education.
Read More» Bogor, Indonesia – Ambassador Carden visited the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), a global non-profit research organization focused on tropical forest management. He exchanged ideas with CIFOR scientists about their multidisciplinary work linking environmental conservation and human well-being. Ambassador Carden and CIFOR scientists discussed CIFOR’s new integrated program of work linking forests, food security and …
Read More» Jakarta – Ambassador David Carden delivered well received remarks as a discussant on a high- level panel presentation on ASEAN integration through the lens of ASEAN’s external legal engagements. Approximately 200 diplomats, scholars, and ASEAN contacts attended the program on ASEAN Governance, Management and External Relations, sponsored by the Center on International Law at the …
Read More» Ambassador Carden spoke to an enthusiastic audience of 70 students in the second cohort of the Brunei-U.S. English Language Program at the University of Brunei Darussalam. Representing nine different ASEAN countries, this group is composed of teachers, government workers and diplomats who engaged the Ambassador with questions on ASEAN integration, education, human trafficking, U.S.-ASEAN engagement, …
Read More» Ambassador Carden and CEOs from ACE insurance, ConocoPhilips, Ernst & Young, Motorola, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, and Underwriters Laboratories met with ASEAN Secretary General Le Luong Minh June 25. U.S.-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) Chairman and ACE CEO Evan Greenberg pointed out that with the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) and other agreements, the economic relationship between the United States …
Read More» Jakarta – U.S. Mission to ASEAN Ambassador David Carden and U.S. 7th Fleet Commander Vice-Admiral Scott H. Swift met with ASEAN Representatives from Indonesia, Laos, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, aboard the 7th Fleet command vessel the USS Blue Ridge on June 15, 2013. The meeting highlighted the U.S. Navy’s commitment to the Asia-Pacific region by strengthening communication ties and building …
Read More» Thomas Countryman, Assistant Secretary of State for International Security and Nonproliferation, participated in a panel discussion on “The Next Phase of U.S. – Southeast Asia Nonproliferation Cooperation” with Mr. Jose Tavares, the Director of ASEAN Political and Security Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Mr. Pratap Prameswaran, the Director of Political and Security …
Read More» During her three-day visit to Indonesia, Under Secretary for Political Affairs Ms. Wendy R. Sherman met ASEAN Secretary General Le Luong Minh at the ASEAN Secretariat. Under Secretary Sherman and SG Minh exchanged views on regional security challenges and discussed prospects for reforms to strengthen the ASEAN Charter and ASEAN Secretariat.
Read More» US Ambassador to ASEAN David Carden hosted a dinner for the ASEAN Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) in honor of visiting Under Secretary for Political Affairs Ms. Wendy R. Sherman. Under Secretary Sherman and the PRs discussed ASEAN’s role in promoting a stable and secure regional architecture, and the United States’ continuing support and commitment to …
Read More» Second ASEAN Bloggers Festival Indonesian Chapter (ABFI 2013) was held in Solo, Indonesia, from 10 – 12 May 2013. Over 200 bloggers representing all ten ASEAN Member States attended the Festival. This year’s theme was “Re-inventing the Spirit of Cultural Heritage of Southeast Asia,” with the focused on bloggers’ roles for the 2015 ASEAN Economic …
Read More» Forensic evidence plays a crucial role in criminal investigations, but it is often present in very small quantities, making it difficult to collect and analyze. Fortunately, new innovative scientific tools and multidisciplinary approaches are being developed here in the ASEAN region to overcome these difficulties. In the latest edition of InnovASEAN, guest blogger Dr. Nathinee Panvisavas of Mahidol University discusses examples …
Read More» Secretary Kerry will release the 2012 Human Rights Reports on Friday, April 19. He is currently scheduled to deliver his remarks – officially releasing the report to the public – at 14:00 in Washington. The annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices – the Human Rights Reports – cover internationally recognized individual, civil, political, and worker rights, as set …
Read More» In ASEAN cities, ‘waste management’ is persistently cited as the top challenge faced by local governments. In the latest edition of InnovASEAN , guest blogger Shom Teoh from the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies in Japan discusses three cities in ASEAN – Surabaya (Indonesia), Muangklang (Thailand), and North Kuching (Malaysia) – and how they are using …
Read More» US Ambassador to ASEAN David Carden hosted a dinner for the ASEAN Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) in honor of visiting Deputy Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter. Carter is on a six day trip in the Asia-Pacific region to meet with defense counterparts and assure ally nations of the U.S. commitment to the area.
Read More» Dr. Montira Pongsiri, Science Advisor at the U.S. Mission to ASEAN, visited with Public Health faculty and students at Thammasat University in Bangkok last week to give a talk and participate in a roundtable discussion on advancing public health and science-based policy making in ASEAN. Discussion topics included mainstreaming of health impact assessment (HIA) tools …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to ASEAN David Carden hosted an interactive discussion on the ASEAN Human Rights Declaration, featuring U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary Michael Fuchs and Mr. Rafendi Djamin from the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR). The event, held at the @america Culture Center in Jakarta, was well attended by one hundred university students from Universitas Paramadina …
Read More» The Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) express their deep concern about the effect on regional peace and stability caused by the recent report of an underground nuclear test conducted by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. ASEAN encourages the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to comply fully with its obligations …
Read More» JAKARTA, 7 February 2013 – Admiral Samuel J. Locklear III, Commander of the United States Pacific Command (PACOM), joined U.S. Ambassador to ASEAN David L. Carden in a visit to the ASEAN Secretariat this afternoon to meet with ASEAN Secretary-General Le Luong Minh. The 30-minute meeting covered a wide range of security topics including ASEAN-U.S. …
Read More» Secretary-General of ASEAN, H.E. Le Luong Minh, underscored the importance of engaging the private sector to ensure constructive and timely realization of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) by 2015. This was conveyed when SG Minh met with Mr. Alexander Feldmen, President of US-ASEAN Business Council (US-ABC) yesterday at the ASEAN Secretariat, Jakarta. “We are implementing …
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Ambassador David Carden hosted a welcome reception for incoming ASEAN Secretary General Le Luong Minh at his residence on January 29, 2013. The United States was the first ASEAN Dialogue Partner to host such a reception, and used the opportunity to highlight the new Secretary General’s experience in leadership in other multilateral for a such …
Read More» The President will travel to Bangkok, Thailand; Rangoon, Burma and Phnom Penh, Cambodia from November 17-20. In Thailand, he will meet with Prime Minister Yingluck to mark 180 years of diplomatic relations and reaffirm the strength of our alliance. In Burma, the President will meet with President Thein Sein and Aung San Suu Kyi and …
Read More» The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, and the U.S. Mission to ASEAN invite university faculty, foreign ministry and government officials, and professional staff of think tanks and other NGOs in ASEAN member nations to travel to the U.S. for scholarly and professional research for three to four (3-4) months on …
Read More» The U.S.-ASEAN partnership took another step forward on September 6 in Yangon when the U.S.-ASEAN Eminent Persons Group (EPG) convened for their second meeting. During their latest session, the group focused on developing concrete recommendations for enhancing cooperation across all three ASEAN communities. The U.S. EPG also met with President U Thein Sein in Naypyidaw, and opposition …
Read More» July 9-13, 2012 was a very busy week in Cambodia, with the U.S. Mission to ASEAN actively involved in numerous meetings and conferences in both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, including the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), East Asia Summit (EAS) Ministerial, US-ASEAN Business Summit, and several Lower Mekong Initiative (LMI) events. We further welcomed U.S. …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to ASEAN David Carden, together with U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam David Shear and representatives from USAID and ASEAN, addressed 40,000 fans at the MTV EXIT concert in Hanoi’s My Dinh Stadium on May 26, featuring as headline act the multi-platinum international rock band Simple Plan . ASEAN has been an official partner of the successful …
Read More» The U.S.-ASEAN partnership will take another step forward on May 20-21 when the Eminent Persons Group (EPG) holds its inaugural meeting to add their collective wisdom and lessons to the growing cooperation between governments in this dynamic region. The U.S.-ASEAN Eminent Persons Group, composed of prominent individuals from all ASEAN member states and the United …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to ASEAN David Carden joined Ambassadors from the ASEAN Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) for a reception on board the USS Blue Ridge, the command and control ship for the U.S. Seventh Fleet. “It is truly an honor for us to welcome members of the ASEAN CPR on board the USS Blue Ridge,” …
Read More» Ambassador Carden was the keynote speaker at a breakfast roundtable on May 2, 2012 hosted by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. To a packed audience, the Ambassador remarked on the evolution of US-ASEAN relations, why the U.S. is engaging ASEAN, and the critical importance of multilateralism in the 21st century.
Read More» Statement by U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton: “I’ve been following today’s parliamentary bi-elections with great interest. While the results have not yet been announced, the United States congratulates the people who participated, many for the first time, in the campaign and election process. We are committed to supporting these reform efforts. Going forward, it …
Read More» Amb. David Carden addresses delegates at the APCAC 2012 U.S.-Asia Business Summit, held on March 2, 2012 in Tokyo, Japan.
Read More» 1. We, the Heads of State/Government of Brunei Darussalam, the Kingdom of Cambodia, the Republic of Indonesia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Malaysia, the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, the Republic of the Philippines, the Republic of Singapore, the Kingdom of Thailand and the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, the Member States of the …
Read More» Remarks by Ambassador David Carden at the 3rd ASEAN Food Security Conference, Jakarta, October 3, 2011. (As prepared for delivery) The honorable Minister of Agriculture from Indonesia, Dr. Suswono; Deputy Secretary-General for the ASEAN Economic Community, Mr. Sundram Pushpanathan; friends from business and civil society; development partners, colleagues; On behalf of the U.S. government and …
Read More» Thank you General Anwar for the kind introduction, and thank you distinguished colleagues for allowing me to address you today as we begin this important conference. I am especially grateful to our Indonesian hosts here in Makassar for their gracious hospitality, and I appreciate the continued efforts by all members of the Expert’s Working Group …
Read More» On-the-Record Remarks by Ambassador David Carden on U.S.-ASEAN Engagement The Asia Foundation September 15, 2011 (As Delivered) First off, thank you very much for the opportunity to be here. I look forward to speaking to this group as often as I can. While I have only been in Jakarta about six months, every day there is worth …
Read More» I am delighted to join you this evening. I thank the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council for bringing us together. As many of you know, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations has existed since 1967, when it was founded by its five original members. In preparing for my present position, I became a student of its history and its …
Read More» Jakarta – The Human Rights Resource Centre for ASEAN (HRRCA) has moved to its new office at the Depok Campus, University of Indonesia. The United States supported the HRRCA’s establishment in 2010 and will continue to support human rights research and training in 2011.
Read More» His Excellency Patralis Akbar, Minister for Law and Human Rights; esteemed members of the Human Rights Resource Center for ASEAN Governing Board; esteemed representative Houmayoun Alizadeh; Professor Gumilar Somantri, Rector, University of Indonesia; and Ambassadors Clugston and Walker. It is a great pleasure to be with you all today to celebrate the launch of the …
Read More» On Friday, October 15, ASEAN Secretariat staff and members of the diplomatic community gathered to celebrate ASEAN’s achievements in the past year. Amidst tense budget deliberations for the year ahead, the ASEAN Committee of Permanent Representatives and their staff enjoyed a brief respite. The ASEC Band, led by ASEAN Deputy Secretary General for Community and …
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