Category: Demography
Issue 44: Caring Communities, ASEAN’s Response to Ageing Challenges
ASEAN Declaration on Gender-Responsive Implementation of the ACV 2025 and the SDGs
The ASEAN Declaration on the Gender-Responsive Implementation of the ASEAN Community Vision 2025 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted on November 13, 2017, at the 31st ASEAN Summit in Manila, Philippines, serves as a roadmap for achieving gender equality across Southeast Asia. This article explores how ASEAN member states are translating this vision into … ASEAN Declaration on Gender-Responsive Implementation of the ACV 2025 and the SDGs
Beyond Childcare: ASEAN’s Declaration on Early Childhood Care and Education
The ASEAN Leaders’ Declaration on Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in Southeast Asia adopted at the 43rd ASEAN Summit held in Jakarta, Indonesia from September 4-7, 2023, signifies a regional commitment to improving access to quality ECCE programmes for young children across the region, outlining not only the problems but also clear definitions and … Beyond Childcare: ASEAN’s Declaration on Early Childhood Care and Education
Green Jobs: Good for People, Planet and Prosperity
Green jobs are a high priority in ASEAN as evidenced by the ASEAN Declaration on Promoting Green Jobs for Equity and Inclusive Growth of ASEAN Community adopted at the ASEAN Summit in 2018. ASEAN is actively promoting green employment in clean energy, energy efficiency and green buildings and urban planning, as well as developing policies … Green Jobs: Good for People, Planet and Prosperity
ASEAN’s Commitment to Women, Peace and Security
While the 2017 ASEAN Declaration on Gender-Responsive Implementation of the ASEAN Community Vision 2025 and the Sustainable Development Goals focused on gender equality across the region, another key declaration adopted at the 31st ASEAN Summit in Manila, the Philippines addressed the crucial role of women in peace and security. The Joint Statement on the Promotion … ASEAN’s Commitment to Women, Peace and Security
The ASEAN Comprehensive Framework on Care Economy: A Commitment to Wellbeing
The 38th and 39th ASEAN Summits, held virtually from 26-28 October 2021, marked a significant milestone for the region with the adoption of the ASEAN Comprehensive Framework on Care Economy (ACFCE). This framework serves as a roadmap for fostering a more sustainable and inclusive future for ASEAN member states by recognising the critical role of … The ASEAN Comprehensive Framework on Care Economy: A Commitment to Wellbeing
Insights on Transboundary Tropical Cyclone and Drought Risks
Transboundary tropical cyclones have severe impact in Southeast Asia, affecting key sectors including agriculture. This impact could be further exacerbated by climate change, which leads to increasing wind speeds in future transboundary tropical cyclones. The study entitled “Transboundary Disaster Risk Assessment and Scenario Planning for Tropical Cyclone and Droughts in the ASEAN Region” and published … Insights on Transboundary Tropical Cyclone and Drought Risks
Unity in Diversity: Fostering ASEAN Identity
The concept of ASEAN identity transcends mere geography. It is a shared sense of belonging, a vibrant tapestry woven from the rich cultural traditions of its Member States. While each nation boasts of its own unique heritage, initiatives at both the national and regional level are fostering a spirit of regional unity and strengthening the … Unity in Diversity: Fostering ASEAN Identity