58th Anniversary: SSPC Chairman sends message on ASEAN Day

Chairman of the State Security and Peace Commission Senior General Thadoe Maha Thray Sithu Thadoe Thiri Thudhamma Min Aung Hlaing sent a message on the occasion of the 58thAnniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) which falls on 8 August.

In his message, the Senior General extended his heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all citizens of Myanmar and the peoples across ASEAN Member States, wishing for continued peace, development, and prosperity in the years ahead. He expressed that since its inception in 1967, ASEAN has remained steadfast in its mission to promote regional peace, stability, development, and shared prosperity.

With the combined efforts, wisdom and vision of the Member States, ASEAN has grown into a robust regional community promoting peace, stability, and prosperity. Myanmar is proud of being an integral part of this journey and steadfast in upholding the ASEAN Charter, recognizing its vital role in ensuring that our collective vision for a peaceful and prosperous Southeast Asia.

He mentioned the key milestones in ASEAN's history which includes the establishment of the ASEAN Community in 2015, built on political-security, economic and socio-cultural pillars in the region. He added that the year 2025 marks a pivotal moment for ASEAN Community Vision 2025— a time to review achievements, recalibrate priorities, and chart a comprehensive strategy to achieve the goals of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 - “Resilient, Innovative, Dynamic, and People-Centered ASEAN”.

It serves as a launchpad for ASEAN to reaffirm its commitment to unity, sustainable development, economic dynamism, and regional peace— ensuring that by 2045, ASEAN is a globally respected and thriving community. He highlighted that in the face of complex regional and global challenges— geopolitical shifts, economic disruptions, and climate-related crises— ASEAN has shown adaptability and resilience by collectively charting pathways forward.

Despite the diverse political, cultural, and economic landscapes of Member States, ASEAN’s strength lies in the ability to work together in unison while respecting each nation’s sovereignty. He expressed to celebrate this year’s Anniversary of ASEAN not only with pride in past achievements, but also with collective resolve to safeguard peace, foster prosperity, and nurture the cultural richness of the region.