In an urgent working atmosphere, delegates discussed enthusiastically and frankly many regional issues, including a comprehensive review of the implementation of the results of the July 2023 Foreign Ministers' Meeting, preparations for the 43rd ASEAN Summit, and other issues on cooperation as well as the regional and international situation. The 43rd ASEAN Summit will be held in Jakarta, Indonesia from September 4 to 7.

Delegates at the conference. Photo: Baophapluat.vn

At the AMF and EAMF, countries agreed to maintain a comprehensive and holistic approach with close coordination between specialized cooperation agencies to ensure timely and effective response, both promoting stability and enhancing maritime cooperation.

Speaking at the conferences, Head of ASEAN SOM Vietnam Vu Ho affirmed that Vietnam will participate in ASEAN cooperation in a more active, proactive, responsible and effective manner. In the immediate future, it will coordinate with other countries to contribute to the success of the 43rd ASEAN Summit and related conferences, thereby promoting deeper and more substantive cooperation between ASEAN and its partners.

* On this occasion, on August 4, ASEAN and its partners held a workshop on marine economic development, discussing the potential of the marine economy, methods of marine economic development, sharing experiences as well as strategies to respond to and minimize the impacts of climate change and environmental issues on the marine economy, and supporting sustainable livelihoods for coastal communities.

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