ASEAN Looking Forward To KL Declaration On Safe And Responsible Social Media Use

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is looking forward to the adoption of the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for ASEAN as a collective effort to foster a safer and more inclusive online environment within the region.

In a joint communique issued following the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Wednesday (July 9), the foreign ministers acknowledged the commitment of the ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information (AMRI) in promoting the safe and responsible use of social media platforms.

They also recognised AMRI’s efforts in enhancing cooperation to combat fake news and disinformation across the region, in line with ASEAN’s broader goals of unity and mutual understanding.

The bloc also welcomed the adoption of the Bandar Seri Begawan Declaration to Reaffirm AMRI’s Commitment to Strategic Progress in Media and Information, which aims to strengthen ASEAN’s cohesion and mutual understanding through the evolving role of media.

The ministers noted the ongoing development of the Guidelines for Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for ASEAN, which are intended to support a coordinated regional approach to digital engagement in line with ASEAN’s shared values.

In addition, ASEAN acknowledged AMRI’s efforts in formulating a successor Work Plan for Information and Media (2026-2035) and the ASEAN Communication Master Plan III (ACMP III) (2026-2030), both of which will align with the region’s long-term vision under ASEAN 2045: Our Shared Future.

These initiatives reflect AMRI’s commitment to shaping a responsive, inclusive and forward-looking media and information landscape within ASEAN.

-- BERNAMA