ASEAN's Kuala Lumpur Declaration 2045: A Vision for Sustainable Growth

Kuala Lumpur Declaration 2045: ASEAN Charts a Course for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – On May 27, 2025, the Kuala Lumpur Declaration 2045 was launched, setting a vision for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) future. The declaration, a key initiative of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, emphasizes sustainable and inclusive growth as crucial for ASEAN's continued stability and prosperity. "The future we seek must be based on the principles of sustainability and inclusivity," Prime Minister Ibrahim stated during the launch. The declaration aims to address the challenges of an unsettled international order, including geopolitical tensions and economic fragmentation. It underscores ASEAN's role as an anchor of stability and a growing center of economic gravity. The declaration's focus on sustainable development aligns with global efforts to address climate change and promote equitable growth. Its emphasis on inclusivity aims to ensure that all ASEAN member states benefit from the region's economic progress. The declaration represents a significant step toward building a more resilient and prosperous ASEAN community for future generations.