Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that his country is working to strengthen cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) across various sectors.
Speaking at the Russia-ASEAN Summit held in the Republic of Tatarstan, Putin emphasized that ASEAN is a significant entity both in the Asia-Pacific region and globally. He highlighted the bloc's contribution to establishing a cooperation framework based on international law.
The summit took place in Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan. Alongside the Russian President, senior officials from ASEAN countries also attended the meeting.
Discussions focused on the strategic partnership between Russia and ASEAN and cooperation in various fields. Participants also exchanged views on international and regional issues.
At the summit, the Kazan Declaration, a comprehensive Russia-ASEAN action plan, and joint statements on culture and energy sectors were adopted.
ASEAN brings together 11 Southeast Asian countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore. Russia has been a full dialogue partner of the bloc since 1996.