Russia’s top diplomat stressed that Moscow has consistently advocated strengthening the role of ASEAN in regional affairs. The "ASEAN-centric architecture" is based on equality and the interests of all participants, which contributes to the security and sustainable development of the Asia-Pacific region, he added.
Laos, which holds the ASEAN presidency in 2024, is hosting an annual series of ministerial and post-ministerial meetings of the regional bloc and ASEAN dialogue partner countries this week.
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