The 58th ASEAN Day was commemorated on 8 August 2025 at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, bringing together representatives of ASEAN member states, regional institutions, and partners to celebrate ASEAN’s shared identity and future.
The celebration opened with the ASEAN Anthem, creating a moment of unity among participants. This was followed by traditional dance performances from Malaysia, highlighting Southeast Asia’s cultural diversity and creating a festive atmosphere for the event.
In his opening remarks, ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn marked the occasion as an important milestone following the adoption of ASEAN 2045: Our Shared Future. He expressed optimism about ASEAN’s direction and reaffirmed that inclusivity and sustainability would remain at the heart of regional integration as ASEAN adapts to global challenges.
The program continued with a keynote address by the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Sugiono, whose attendance reflected Indonesia’s continued commitment to ASEAN cooperation and regional leadership.
A symbolic cake-cutting ceremony was held by the ASEAN Secretary-General, together with the Indonesian Foreign Minister. It was attended by members of the Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN. The event also featured a prerecorded message from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who emphasized the relevance of this year’s theme and ASEAN’s resilience and adaptability as a regional community.
The celebration was further enriched by musical performances from disability and autism communities, reflecting ASEAN’s people-centered values. An ASEAN Food Festival and a live video connection with ASEAN Day celebrations in Osaka, Japan, added to the sense of regional solidarity.
For ASEANSAI, the commemoration provided a valuable opportunity to stay connected with the broader ASEAN community and align its ongoing work with ASEAN’s long-term vision, particularly in supporting good governance and regional cooperation across Southeast Asia.
