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Asean Regional Forum urged to focus on pressing challenges, says Mohamad Hasan

Published on 11 Jul 2025 6:17:59 PM

Staying responsive to the region’s most pressing challenges must be made a focus at the Asean Regional Forum (ARF), says Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

Beyond dialogue, Mohamad said the ARF must be better equipped to respond swiftly and effectively.

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Staying responsive to the region’s most pressing challenges must be made a focus at the Asean Regional Forum (ARF), says Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

Beyond dialogue, Mohamad said the ARF must be better equipped to respond swiftly and effectively.

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