3rd Edition of ‘ASEAN-India Development Cooperation Report 2026’ Released in New Delhi

Why in the News?

Secretary (East) in the Ministry of External Affairs, **Rudendra Tandon**, officially released the third edition of the **‘ASEAN-India Development Cooperation Report 2026’** during an event in New Delhi.

Key Features / Major Points:

- Scope & Strategic Policy Focus:

- The report outlines practical policy recommendations to boost trade and maritime cooperation between India and the 11 ASEAN member states.

- Prime Minister’s Manila Visit:

- Highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to **Manila** for the **23rd ASEAN-India Summit** to deepen regional integration.

- Act East Policy & Maritime Priority:

- Engagement with ASEAN remains a central building block of India’s **Act East Policy**.

- India prioritizes collaboration in maritime safety, security, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (**HADR**) under ASEAN's Political and Security pillar.

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Static GK Facts:

- ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations):

- Established: **August 8, 1967** (Bangkok Declaration) | Secretariat: **Jakarta, Indonesia**.

- Members: **11** nations (including Timor-Leste).

- Act East Policy:

- Formally launched in **2014** as an upgraded evolution of the 1991 'Look East Policy'.

One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):

Q: Who released the 3rd edition of the ASEAN-India Development Cooperation Report 2026 in New Delhi?

A: Rudendra Tandon (Secretary East, MEA)

Q: Which city is hosting the 23rd ASEAN-India Summit?

A: Manila, Philippines

Q: Where is the headquarters of ASEAN located?

A: Jakarta, Indonesia

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