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Message from San Lwin
5 Dec 2024
ASEAN Identity and Community Building

It is an honour to assume the role of Deputy Secretary-General of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) as the Lao PDR concludes its Chairmanship of the ASCC.

A Resilient Workforce, Adapting to Climate Change in Southeast Asia
5 Dec 2024
Climate Change

The impact of climate change has escalated globally, with an estimated 2.8 trillion US dollars in global loss and damage from 2000 to 2019, according to a 2023 study cited by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP). Southeast Asia, one of the most vulnerable regions to climate change impacts, has seen a surge in extreme weather events in recent years. This year, four powerful storm systems, including Super Typhoon Man-Yi, battered the Philippines in just ten days. Strong typhoons also recently hit Thailand, Viet Nam, and Myanmar, causing floods and landslides and displacing thousands. In previous years, scorching and dry weather in parts of the region disrupted the livelihoods of affected communities. These climate change-related disasters cause significant death and destruction, impacting workers’ incomes, productivity, and livelihoods. The region is foreseen to suffer the most losses in GDP due to the exacerbating effects of climate change on agriculture (UNESCAP, 2023).

Opportunities for Talent Collaboration in ASEAN in the Digital Age
5 Dec 2024
Digital Transformation

Talent mobility, or the free movement of skilled labour across national borders, is a central tenet of ASEAN’s drive toward regional economic integration. The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Vision 2025 includes facilitating the movement of investments, skilled labour, business professionals, and capital. To this end, the ASEAN Economic Community Blueprint 2025 outlines initiatives such as implementing mutual recognition agreements (MRAs) for skilled professionals, strengthening commitments under the ASEAN Agreement on the Movement of Natural Persons, and reducing regulatory barriers by standardising hiring requirements and documentation.

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With over 670 million people, ASEAN continues to navigate challenges like digital transformation, climate change, and pandemics. By building stronger connections and embracing collaboration, the region moves closer to a more resilient and inclusive future.