Caracas, 21 February 2025 – The ASEAN Committee in Caracas (ACC) held a diplomatic dinner reception to promote regional cooperation and reinforce its ties with partner countries in Venezuela. This initiative forms part of the ACC’s ongoing efforts to foster meaningful engagement between ASEAN member states and the wider diplomatic community in Caracas.
The reception brought together a distinguished group of guests, including heads of missions from ASEAN partners such as India, Japan, and South Korea, as well as representatives from several CARICOM countries, including Trinidad and Tobago, Suriname, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The presence of the Ambassadors of France and Egypt further highlighted the ACC’s aim to broaden its collaborative network.
The evening provided a welcoming platform for informal dialogue and exchange of perspectives on various regional matters of mutual interest. Malaysia’s Chargé d'Affaires also took the opportunity to share highlights of Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, including key priorities and initiatives aimed at advancing ASEAN’s regional agenda.
In a special moment, the dinner also paid tribute to H.E. Imam Edy Muldoon, Ambassador of Indonesia, in recognition of his service and contributions to ASEAN cooperation as he concludes his tenure in Venezuela.