​His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam in a message in conjunction with ASEAN Day 2023 says that Brunei Darussalam will continue to work closely and with consensus, with all ASEAN Member States as well as with Dialogue, Sectoral and Development Partners to achieve the shared goals for peace, stability and prosperity and towards an ASEAN Community that is rules-based, people-oriented, and people-centred. His Majesty adds that as ASEAN celebrates its 56th Anniversary this year, we are reminded of the rich history of the Association and the many achievements accomplished in the last five decades. ASEAN DAY is celebrated every 8th of August.

His Majesty says ASEAN has made significant progress to ensure the region remains peaceful, stable and secure, with steady economic growth and strong socio-cultural ties. Together with growing support from external partners for ASEAN's Community-building efforts, the region has advanced in areas such as education, health and technology.

In the titah, His Majesty says ASEAN has also reaffirmed its centrality and unity in shaping the evolving regional architecture as a platform for its Member States and partners to cooperate and have constructive dialogue and consultations through mechanisms such as the East Asia Summit and the ASEAN Regional Forum.

As ASEAN works towards realising the ASEAN Community Vision 2025, ensuring the well-being of the peoples continue to be at the centre of its efforts. His Majesty states that it is therefore important that we build a community that is meaningful for our peoples, one in which they are prepared for the challenges ahead, are able to relate to, and most importantly, can benefit from the opportunities that the future holds.

It is also important that these aspirations guide ASEAN's work in formulating the ASEAN Community Vision Post-2025, as we strive to become an Association that is more inclusive, adaptive, responsive and forward-looking. In this regard, Brunei Darussalam commends Indonesia's work as ASEAN Chairman in 2023 under the theme 'ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of Growth'. In ending the titah, His Majesty gave his very best wishes to all the people of ASEAN, and to a future where the people and region will continue to prosper.

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