The Russia-ASEAN summit started in Kazan on June 17-18. The meeting marks the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Russia and ASEAN, with over 8,000 guests expected to attend the event.
The two-day program is hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Fourteen delegations from ASEAN member and partner countries have been invited to the summit.
On June 17, Putin will hold bilateral talks with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the Sultan of Brunei, and Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. A ceremonial dinner will also be held on the same day.
The main program of the summit will continue on June 18 at Kazan Expo. The agenda includes a group photo, plenary sessions, and closed-door meetings addressing international and regional issues.
At the conclusion of the meeting, several joint documents are expected to be adopted. These documents aim to further define the framework of cooperation between Russia and ASEAN.
On June 17, the Russia-ASEAN Business Forum will also take place at Bashir Rameev IT Park. The forum will focus on trade, investment, information technology, artificial intelligence, energy, transportation, and food security.
The forum's agenda also includes cooperation between the Eurasian Economic Union and ASEAN. Participants are expected to discuss ways to expand economic ties and regional trade channels.