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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

Protecting Migrant Children: ASEAN Declaration on the Rights of Children

ASEAN has emerged as a key player in promoting child rights within the region. A significant example is the ASEAN Declaration on the Rights of Children in the Context of Migration, adopted in Bangkok, Thailand on November 2, 2019. This declaration outlines a strong commitment to safeguarding the rights and well-being of migrant children. The Protecting Migrant Children: ASEAN Declaration on the Rights of Children

Development and Promotion of ASEAN Creative Economy (ACE)

JAKARTA, 16 November 2023 – The First Online Forum of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Research and Development Platform on Media, Culture and Arts discussed critical issues within the ASEAN Creative Economy (ACE). Under the theme, ‘The Development and Promotion of the ASEAN Creative Economy (ACE): Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges,’ participants engaged in insightful discussions on Development and Promotion of ASEAN Creative Economy (ACE)

Digital Transformation for Poverty Alleviation

JAKARTA, 20 February 2024 – Digital transformation stands as a pivotal driver for ASEAN’s social and economic development. The 2nd Online Forum of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Research and Development Platform for Poverty Action highlighted the importance of harnessing cross-sectoral cooperation in realising digitalisation’s potential in poverty alleviation efforts, particularly in rural areas. Deputy Secretary-General of Digital Transformation for Poverty Alleviation