On October 23, 2019, the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) hosted a lecture by H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Minister of Education, Youth and Sport of the Kingdom of Cambodia, “The Relations between ASEAN and Russia”.
On October 23, 2019, the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) hosted a lecture by H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Minister of Education, Youth and Sport of the Kingdom of Cambodia, “The Relations between ASEAN and Russia”.
In his speech, Dr. Hang described in detail the relations between Russia and ASEAN, highlighting three main “pillars” of the cooperation. The first one is a political dialogue, which is being implemented through Russia's active participation in the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF). The relations between Russia and ASEAN also base on strong trade and economic ties, both in the format of bilateral interaction and in the framework of ASEAN and EAEU cooperation. According to the Minister, social and cultural ties still remain significant component of Russia – ASEAN interaction.
The lecture was followed by Q&A session. Alexander Kramarenko, RIAC Director for Development, moderated the discussion.
