The ASEAN institution and Superpower Rivalries

The 42nd ASEAN Summit will be held in Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara from 9-11 May. How does Indonesia, together with all ASEAN members, anticipate these challenges?

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Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi

Geopolitical competition between a number of superpowers in Southeast Asia and East Asia will become increasingly hard and long-lasting. This has an impact on the stability and security of the region and brings complications for many sectors.

This year, Indonesia received the ASEAN leadership relay. The 42nd ASEAN Summit will be held in Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara from 9-11 May.