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Harnessing Canada’s Clean Energy Expertise to Power ASEAN’s Sustainable Development

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Over the past few decades, ASEAN has rapidly grown into one of the world’s fastest-expanding economic regions. Nations like Indonesia, Viet Nam, Thailand, and the Philippines have consistently posted strong GDP growth rates. The ASEAN economy is projected by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to grow by 4.7 per cent in 2025, and ASEAN is … Harnessing Canada’s Clean Energy Expertise to Power ASEAN’s Sustainable Development

Women in Diplomacy: Ambassador Vicky Singmin, Mission of Canada to ASEAN

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Ambassador Vicky Singmin shared her perspectives on ASEAN-Canada cooperation and outlined strategic partnership priorities for the coming decade, focusing on people-to-people connection and free trade partnership. She also emphasised Canada’s global leadership in advancing gender equality and women empowerment, particularly through its commitment to the Women, Peace and Security agenda. Ambassador Singmin joined the Canada … Women in Diplomacy: Ambassador Vicky Singmin, Mission of Canada to ASEAN

ASEAN-India Women Scientists Conclave: Creating Spaces for Growth and Visibility in Science

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The first ASEAN-India Women Scientists Conclave, held from 24–26 April 2024 in Singapore, was a meaningful step in advancing regional collaboration and gender equity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). It was organised under the ASEAN-India Framework by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India, in … ASEAN-India Women Scientists Conclave: Creating Spaces for Growth and Visibility in Science

Towards a more inclusive and barrier-free Philippine tourism

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Philippine tourism remains at the forefront of the country’s local economy, contributing an all-time high of 760.50 billion Philippine pesos (approximately 13.2 billion US dollars) in tourism revenue from inbound tourism expenditures in 2024. Approximately 16.4 million Filipinos are employed by the tourism industry alone, accounting for over 34 per cent of the country’s national … Towards a more inclusive and barrier-free Philippine tourism

Parliament at the Forefront for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable ASEAN

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In 2025, the Parliament of Malaysia is honoured to assume the Chairmanship of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA), a crucial role in fostering regional parliamentary cooperation. As ASEAN stands at the crossroads of unprecedented global challenges and opportunities, AIPA remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring that parliamentary institutions lead the way in advancing inclusive … Parliament at the Forefront for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable ASEAN

Healthy Ageing in Malaysia

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Malaysia is transitioning into an ageing society, with individuals aged 60 and above expected to comprise more than 15 per cent of the population by 2030. The most pressing challenges include: Limited access to age-friendly healthcare services, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. Shortage of trained geriatric care providers, caregivers, and age-sensitive support systems. Rising … Healthy Ageing in Malaysia

Ageing in India and ASEAN: The Relevance of Social Protection Preparedness

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The phenomenon of population ageing is emerging as a critical demographic trend with far-reaching socio-economic and policy implications worldwide. By 2050, the global population aged 65 years and above is projected to reach 1.6 billion (UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, 2023). In India alone, the older population is expected to rise to approximately … Ageing in India and ASEAN: The Relevance of Social Protection Preparedness