India attaches very high importance to the ASEAN as it has also emerged as the cornerstone of its engagement in the Indo-Pacific region

EAM Jaishankar's visit coincides with the 10th anniversary of India’s Act East Policy

This year marks a decade of India's Act East Policy

India has also aided hospitals and healthcare personnel in Mandalay, Monywa, Sittwe, and Naypyitaw

The joint training activities encompassed a wide range of tactical exercises, including weapon training

Thailand is a key partner of India in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

Exercise Maitree is also a platform for cultural exchange and mutual learning

The programme offers a platform for policy dialogue and sharing best practices

India and Indonesia share close commercial and cultural contacts

Collaboration on UPI aims to facilitate seamless and secure transactions between the two countries

A decision to this regard was taken during the East Asia Summit Senior Officials’ Meeting in Vientiane, Lao PDR

The situation in Myanmar remains a cause of concern because of the deterioration in the security situation

Last week, the Indian Embassy in Cambodia successfully repatriated 60 Indian nationals who had fallen victim to fraudulent job offers

The Indian Embassy has been proactive in issuing advisories to caution Indians seeking employment in Cambodia

This is part of the Indian Navy’s operational deployment to the South China Sea region

The gathering featured delegates from India and all 10 ASEAN countries

These visits were aimed at strengthening maritime relationships and enhancing security across the Indo-Pacific

In 2021, India sent a naval task force to the South China Sea, signaling its intent to play a larger role in the regional security architecture

The India-Indonesia friendship was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018

India-funded projects in Myanmar include the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project and the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway

Evolving multipolar world presents both challenges and opportunities, says EAM Jaishankar

The two sides have engaged in substantial human resource development over the years

21 Philippine Navy personnel underwent rigorous training, focusing on the missile system’s operation and maintenance

Tourism between India and Vietnam has seen a robust growth, with over 40,000 Vietnamese visitors to India in 2023 alone

Relations between India and the Philippines continue to grow and deepen