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The Sun
08-08-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia reaffirms ASEAN commitment on 58th ASEAN Day
KUALA LUMPUR: Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, has extended his greetings on the occasion of the 58th ASEAN Day today. In a Facebook post, he emphasised Malaysia's continued commitment as an ASEAN member state to strengthen diplomatic relations, trade, security, education, and cultural cooperation for the shared prosperity of the region. 'Today, we celebrate the unity, cooperation, and friendship that ASEAN has fostered since its establishment on Aug 8, 1967,' he said. ASEAN Day is observed annually on Aug 8 to commemorate the founding of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. This year, Malaysia assumes the ASEAN Chairmanship for the fifth time, having previously held the role in 1977, 1997, 2005, and 2015. Formed in 1967 through the signing of the Bangkok Declaration, ASEAN aims to enhance political and economic cooperation and maintain regional stability among its 10 member countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and Vietnam. This year's ASEAN Day celebration, themed 'Towards an Inclusive and Sustainable ASEAN Future,' being held in Cyberjaya, was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. - Bernama
Malaysian Reserve
08-08-2025
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
KSN: Malaysia reaffirms commitment to ASEAN cooperation on 58th ASEAN Day
KUALA LUMPUR — Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, has extended his greetings on the occasion of the 58th ASEAN Day today. In a Facebook post, he emphasised Malaysia's continued commitment as an ASEAN member state to strengthen diplomatic relations, trade, security, education, and cultural cooperation for the shared prosperity of the region. 'Today, we celebrate the unity, cooperation, and friendship that ASEAN has fostered since its establishment on Aug 8, 1967,' he said. ASEAN Day is observed annually on Aug 8 to commemorate the founding of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. This year, Malaysia assumes the ASEAN Chairmanship for the fifth time, having previously held the role in 1977, 1997, 2005, and 2015. Formed in 1967 through the signing of the Bangkok Declaration, ASEAN aims to enhance political and economic cooperation and maintain regional stability among its 10 member countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and Vietnam. This year's ASEAN Day celebration, themed 'Towards an Inclusive and Sustainable ASEAN Future,' being held in Cyberjaya, was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — BERNAMA
The Print
06-08-2025
- Health
- The Print
India hosts senior physicians, policymakers from BIMSTEC countries in National Cancer Grid meet
The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is a regional organisation that was established in 1997 with the signing of the Bangkok Declaration. 'The initiative will help our BIMSTEC partners build their capacities in the critical area of cancer care, with the expertise and skills developed in India,' the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. New Delhi, Aug 6 (PTI) Researchers, patient advocates and policy makers from BIMSTEC countries gathered in India as part of the annual meeting of the National Cancer Grid (NCG) to review progress and chart the course for future collaborative efforts, officials said on Wednesday. Initially known as BIST-EC (Bangladesh-India-Sri Lanka-Thailand Economic Cooperation), the organisation is now known as BIMSTEC and comprises seven Member States, with the admission of Myanmar later in 1997, and Bhutan and Nepal in 2004. The sixth BIMSTEC Summit was held in April in Bangkok. 'As part of fulfilling the promise by the Prime Minister of India at the 6th BIMSTEC Summit to help BIMSTEC countries in cancer care, India hosted senior physicians and policy makers from BIMSTEC countries at the annual meeting of the National Cancer Grid on August 2-3, 2025, at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai,' the MEA said. The meeting of cancer centre directors, researchers, patient advocates and policy makers from India and around the world showcased the breadth of NCG's initiatives, reviewed progress, and charted the course for future collaborative efforts, it said in the statement. PTI KND NSD NSD This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Hindu
05-08-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
We live in uncertain times, collective desire to see 'fair and representative' global order: EAM Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday (August 4, 2025) said "we live in complicated and uncertain times" and a collective desire is to see a fair and representative global order, not one "dominated by a few". That quest is often articulated as "political or economic rebalancing," he said in his address at the opening ceremony of the inaugural BIMSTEC Traditional Music Festival 'Saptasur'. The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is a regional organisation that was established in 1997 with the signing of the Bangkok Declaration. Initially known as BIST-EC (Bangladesh-India-Sri Lanka-Thailand Economic Cooperation), the organisation is now known as BIMSTEC and comprises seven Member States, with the admission of Myanmar later in 1997, and Bhutan and Nepal in 2004. In his address, Mr. Jaishankar welcomed the festival's participants drawn from various member states of the regional grouping. He said this music festival follows a commitment made earlier by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the BIMSTEC Summit. At the 6th BIMSTEC Summit held in April in Bangkok, the hosting of the BIMSTEC Traditional Music Festival in India in 2025 was among the initiatives announced at the mega conclave. "We live in complicated and uncertain times, and a collective desire is to see a fair and representative global order, not one dominated by a few. That quest is often articulated as political or economic rebalancing," Mr. Jaishankar said. In his remarks, he also said obtaining respect and ensuring dignity for societies can also be achieved through cultural prowess, "especially cultural prowess". "In that context, traditions are of a particular value, because ultimately they define identities. We must be assured of what we are if we want to be confident about shaping the future. And, for nations like us, traditions are truly a great source of strength," he said. The External Affairs Minister underlined that music is "culture, heritage and tradition to all of us", and individually or as a group, it is an expression of creativity or sometimes even of emotions. "Music has always been a medium to connect amongst ourselves and with others. Both the shared traditions and distinct nuances, the music of BIMSTEC member states will be on full display, the EAM said. There is so much that music can convey that it is understandably regarded as the soul of a society. But it is even more so when it comes to traditional music, the Union Minister said. "Like other forms of culture, music serves both as a bridge between nations and a powerful expression of their heritage and identity," he said.
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Business Standard
16-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
India always stood by regional partners as 1st responder during crisis: MEA
India has "always stood" by its partners in the region as the first responder in times of crisis, and the BIMSTEC disaster management exercise further strengthened cooperation in the Bay of Bengal region towards disaster preparedness, response and resilience, the MEA said on Wednesday. India hosted the 4th BIMSTEC Disaster Management Exercise virtually on July 14-15. The exercise organised by the National Disaster Management Authority, as a tabletop exercise, witnessed the participation of disaster management professionals from BIMSTEC Member States to assess and enhance regional preparedness for cyclones and floods. "The participants presented details of national disaster management architectures, engaged in simulated scenarios, evaluated response frameworks and shared best practices to strengthen coordination for disaster response across the region," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement. "India has always stood by its partners in the region as the first responder in times of crisis. The Exercise further strengthened cooperation in the Bay of Bengal region towards disaster preparedness, response and resilience," it said. India also hosted the 2nd BIMSTEC Ports Conclave in Visakhapatnam on July 14-15. The theme of the conclave was 'Navigating the Future: Blue Economy, Innovation and Sustainable Partnerships'. The conclave was inaugurated by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal and saw participation of delegations of the BIMSTEC member States, comprising officials, maritime experts, port authorities, private sector leaders, and regional development partners. "The Conclave discussed diverse issues such as harmonising customs procedures and enhancing logistical links to boost intra-regional trade, port-linked industrial zones, cruise tourism, digital integration, upskilling maritime workforce, industry-academia ties, green shipping," the MEA said in another statement on Wednesday. This initiative by India, in line with its Neighbourhood First policy, will "further strengthen maritime cooperation in the Bay of Bengal region," it said. The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is a regional organisation that was established in 1997 with the signing of the Bangkok Declaration. Initially known as BIST-EC (Bangladesh-India-Sri Lanka-Thailand Economic Cooperation), the organisation is now known as BIMSTEC, comprises seven Member States with the admission of Myanmar later in 1997, and Bhutan and Nepal in 2004.
