ASEAN Summit: media registration to open on April 1

Registration for media agencies that seek to cover the 42nd ASEASN Summit, slated to take place in mid-May in Indonesia, will open on April 1, 2023.
ASEAN Summit: media registration to open on April 1 ảnh 1Illustrative image (Source: ASEAN Briefing)
Jakarta (VNA) - Registration for media agencies thatseek to cover the 42nd ASEASN Summit, slated to take place inmid-May in Indonesia, will open on April 1, 2023.

According to Indonesian Communication and InformaticsMinistry’s Public Information and Communication Director General Usman Kansong,information concerning the first ASEAN summit under theIndonesian chair this year will be delivered in detail to reporters through a media advisory unit.

The ASEAN Summit will be held in Labuan Bajo, EastNusa Tenggara, on May 9-11, 2023. The ministry estimated that 300-500 reporters from 10 ASEAN member countries will cover the summit.

During last week’s press conference, Kansong said thatthe government will prepare the formation of a special agency to help the mediareceive a complete press statement concerning the 2023 ASEAN activities held inIndonesia.

To provide public communication access, Kansong saidthe ministry will provide a special website that contains IndonesianChairmanship activities in 2023 at ASEAN2023.id.

The website managed by the Informatics andCommunication Directorate General will provide content in the form of newsarticles, photos, infographics to videos related to 2023 ASEAN./.
VNA

See more

WB plans over 3 bln USD in financing for Philippines

Indonesia, RoK eye stronger creative economy collaboration

Assessing the prospects for cooperation, Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya said that under the Strategic Partnership between the two countries, there are significant opportunities to promote cooperation in production, talent exchange, digital game development and other technology-related fields that would benefit the creative industries of both Indonesia and the RoK.

Thailand targets 33 million foreign visitors this year

Thailand targets 33 million foreign visitors this year

TAT forecasts that Thailand will welcome 33 million international tourists in 2026, generating about 1.55 trillion THB (47.5 billion USD) in revenue, along with 200.4 million domestic trips, expected to generate about 1.1 trillion THB.

​ Thailand secures deal to export 500 tonnes of durian to China

​ Thailand secures deal to export 500 tonnes of durian to China

The highlight of the visit was the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between producers of Sisaket volcanic durian and the Huizhan market for the supply of 500 tonnes of durian. The agreement is expected to expand the market share of Thai fruit in China while enhancing the value of products protected by geographical indications.

UK backs Indonesia’s OECD accession

UK backs Indonesia’s OECD accession

The UK and Indonesia have launched an Economic Growth Partnership and pledged to work together to address technical barriers to trade, enhance regulatory transparency, and facilitate investment and business activities.

Thai broadcaster Jasmine International (JAS) inks an eleventh-hour deal for World Cup rights.

Thai broadcaster secures FIFA World Cup 2026 rights at last minute

JAS finalised the 70-million-USD agreement with FIFA on June 11. The deal grants the company exclusive rights to broadcast not only the FIFA World Cup in 2026 and 2030 but also a wide range of FIFA competitions through 2030, including men's and women's football tournaments, futsal, beach soccer, the FIFA Club World Cup and FIFA eSports events.

Underground cooling solution helps Singapore ease energy demand

Laos, Japan agree to strengthen bilateral cooperation

Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone and his Japanese counterpart Takaichi Sanae have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries, with a particular focus on expanding economic, trade, and investment cooperation.

Thailand imposes stricter rules for online advertisers

Thailand imposes stricter rules for online advertisers

Under the regulations, platforms must establish systems to verify the identities of individuals or organisations wishing to place advertisements before they are published. The measure aims to prevent criminal groups from using advertising space to lure victims or commit technology-related crimes that are causing significant damage.

Singapore to negotiate FTA with East African bloc

Singapore to negotiate FTA with East African bloc

Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said Singapore welcomes the East African Community (EAC)'s intention to pursue an FTA with the city-state, emphasising that it will be an important step towards enhancing trade flows between the two sides and creating new growth drivers.