Jakarta, Sept. 18 -- Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri is set to attend the 58th ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) Meeting in Manila, Philippines, where discussions will focus on accelerating regional economic integration amidst global geopolitical uncertainty.

In a statement issued on Friday, this year's AEM meeting takes place at a pivotal moment for ASEAN, as the region navigates complex economic and geopolitical dynamics and concludes the first year of implementing the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026-2030.

"ASEAN remains united in addressing growing geoeconomic challenges, including rivalry among major powers, rising protectionism, energy market volatility, and supply chain disruptions. These challe...