The program is designed to strengthen cooperation in areas such as industry, infrastructure, urban development, high technology, innovation, education, clean energy, and sustainable development.
These projects span multiple sectors, including traffic congestion reduction and regional connectivity, flood prevention, urban renewal, park and green space development, wastewater treatment, and social housing.
Initiated by Viet Nam, the Forum was designed to create an open, inclusive and forward-looking space for leaders, scholars and business representatives to discuss strategic issues facing ASEAN and the region, according to the Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson.