ASEAN Defense Forum Discusses Peace Cooperation
Defense chiefs of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its dialogue partners gathered to discuss joint efforts to promote peace during an annual forum in Kuala Lumpur.
The ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) brought together defense leaders of the 11-member association and its eight dialogue partners, including South Korea, the US, Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, and Russia.
The forum aimed to address concerns about China's growing assertiveness, North Korea's military threats, and other challenges, while providing a platform for dialogue on various issues, including:
- Cybersecurity
- Maritime security
The meeting took place amid a hardening Sino-US rivalry, highlighting the need for cooperation and dialogue in the region.
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Author's summary: ASEAN defense forum promotes peace cooperation.
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