Asean to align policies for growth, liberalized trade

The pace-setting Asean economies are facing the challenge of aligning their policies for more inclusive growth and consumer protection as they pursue liberalized trade in an integrated region, while rapid global technological changes usher in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

The Chairman’s Statement issued at the conclusion of the 30th Asean Summit held Saturday night in Manila reflected renewed commitment from member economies to boost trade and investment, pursue growth through partnerships and eradicate poverty by cross-sectoral collaboration in the region.