ASEAN works closely with external partners to enhance collaboration and strengthen community resilience. ASEAN has signed several Memorandum of Understanding with partners, including other international organisations, on emerging issues across three ASEAN Community pillars. In 2022, ASEAN signed MoU with IFRC on disaster management, World Anti-Doping Agency on doping prevention in sports, and OECD on comprehensive cooperation. Visit www.asean.org and find out more about ASEAN cooperation! | ASEA

On January 9, 2023, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn assumed office as the 15th Secretary-General of ASEAN. As we entered 2025, we celebrate his second anniversary in this important role. In concluding the video, SG Dr. Kao stressed that “As we forge ahead in 2025, I would like to express my gratitude to all ASEAN Member States for their unwavering commitment and collaboration. Together, we have made significant progress, but our journey is far from over. Let us continue to work hard hand in hand to build a re