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ASEAN begins series of virtual summits with COVID-19, economic recovery high on agenda
The summit will also to discuss further on strengthening the resilience of the ASEAN Community towards regional recovery from the pandemic.
Tue Oct 26 2021
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Rise together and support our athletes - Minister
Salleh said 2017 marked a momentous milestone in Malaysia's history, as both games would coincide with the nation's 60th Independence Day celebration on Aug 31 as well as Malaysia Day on Sept 16.
Sun Aug 13 2017
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ASEAN centrality among points stressed by Malaysia in Manila
Foreign Ministry pointed out during the meeting that the ASEAN centrality needs to be maintained in the efforts to further the ASEAN Community Building agenda.
Tue Aug 08 2017
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ASEAN people should participate, contribute towards community-building - PM
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said a prerequisite to establish a true ASEAN Community instilled a sense of belonging and identity within and across the people of its 10 nations.
Mon Aug 08 2016
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ASEAN needs full preparation moving towards digital economy - Najib
The ASEAN Community needs full preparation, including further promotion of STEM education, as the region moves towards the digital economy, said Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
Tue Feb 16 2016
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Signing declaration was a deeply emotional moment for me - Najib
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak has disclosed that signing the declaration on the formation of the ASEAN Community was a very personal and emotional moment for him.
Sun Nov 22 2015
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Redouble efforts for successful ASEAN Community, Najib urges member states
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak has called on ASEAN member states to redouble their efforts to create a successful ASEAN Community.
Sun Nov 22 2015
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ASEAN Young Leaders Summit 2015 at a glance
With the theme 'Youth Driving the ASEAN Community', AYLS 2015 is being held for three days from Nov 18, at the Putra World Trade Centre.
Thu Nov 19 2015
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Malaysia steers Asean closer to people throughout its chairmanship: Anifah
Malaysia has made good on its promise to steer ASEAN closer to the people during its 2015 chairmanship of the 10-member bloc.
Wed Nov 18 2015
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ASEAN Community can further strengthen South-South Cooperation - Najib
Speaking at the UN General Assembly in New York, the Prime Minister says Malaysia will continue to share its experience to help strengthen the South-South Cooperation.
Sun Sep 27 2015
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26th ASEAN summit is "very positive": Najib
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak described the 26th ASEAN Summit as very positive with immense desire to see the 10-member country grouping emerge as a strong community.
Mon Apr 27 2015
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Najib: Acquire knowledge to stay on par with ASEAN community
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak has reminded the people to prepare themselves to acquire knowledge that is relevant to the current situation.
Fri Feb 13 2015
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Asean community has no place for narrow nationalistic sentiments - Najib
Extremist ideologies among Asean countries also should not arise in order to maintain peace and security in Asean region.
Thu Nov 13 2014
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ASEAN to expedite implementation of roadmap for Asean community
The grouping recognised the urgency of the successful establishment of the Asean Community by 2015.
Sun May 11 2014