ASEAN discusses synergy building to promote CSR

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is taking a proactive approach to promoting Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) among its member states. The ASEAN Secretariat and the ASEAN Corporate Social Responsibility Network recently held a workshop in Jakarta to raise awareness and enhance cooperation among various stakeholders.

Here are some key takeaways:

• ASEAN promoting CSR through workshop.
• Workshop aimed to discuss best practices, involve stakeholders.
• Goal to create strong, responsible ASEAN community.

Building a Strong ASEAN Community through CSR

The purpose of the workshop was to discuss the best practices and experiences of implementing CSR within the ASEAN region. Chair of the ASEAN CSR Network, Yanti Triwadiantini, emphasized the significance of CSR in building a strong and unified ASEAN community. She stated that the success of ASEAN relies on the combined efforts of all stakeholders to address the challenges faced by the region.

Promoting CSR in ASEAN

Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Community and Corporate Affairs, AKP Mochtan, also emphasized the importance of involving the private sector, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders in realizing a people-centred, people-oriented community. The workshop aimed to build greater synergy and maximize the full potential of CSR to assist in achieving the goals set forth in the ASEAN Vision 2025.

Over the past few decades, ASEAN has made substantial progress in promoting CSR. The workshop brought together representatives from ASEAN member states, the ASEAN Foundation, ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly, and the ASEAN Business Advisory, among others. The exchange of ideas and experiences was an opportunity for all parties to work together to promote the practice of CSR in ASEAN.

In conclusion, the workshop organized by the ASEAN Secretariat and the ASEAN Corporate Social Responsibility Network was a step towards building synergies and enhancing cooperation among various stakeholders in promoting CSR in ASEAN. The ultimate goal is to create a strong, unified, and socially responsible ASEAN community that benefits all its citizens.