Indonesia: ASEAN Must Deliver Real Results, Not Just Promises

Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono urged the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to maintain its credibility by delivering tangible development for the region. Speaking at a recent meeting, he stressed that the bloc must focus on concrete benefits and stability, rather than empty rhetoric. Sugiono’s call highlights growing pressure on ASEAN to prove its relevance in addressing economic challenges and geopolitical tensions. The minister did not specify new policies but emphasized that member states must work together to ensure the organization remains effective and trusted.