“As our region becomes increasingly connected and dynamic, we must strengthen our ability to tackle multidimensional challenges, including cross-border crime,” he stated at the 30th ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC) Council Meeting in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday.
According to a statement from his office, Sugiono urged the APSC to enhance coordination with the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) to develop coherent and comprehensive responses.
Indonesia also proposed an interface meeting between these sectoral bodies, along with deeper collaboration within the APSC itself.
Sugiono announced Indonesia’s plan to launch two key initiatives aimed at boosting ASEAN’s preparedness and cooperation in combating cybercrime and online fraud—threats that undermine regional security, economic stability, and social resilience.
The initiatives include the Police Cooperation Dialogue Forum for Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters, scheduled for October 27–29, 2025, and a simulation-based discussion on ASEAN Preparedness in Protecting Citizens Abroad, set for December 4–5, 2025. Both events will be held in Bali.
The minister also highlighted the successful implementation of the APSC Blueprint 2025, which achieved a 99.6 percent completion rate in fostering a peaceful, secure, and stable ASEAN community.
Indonesia welcomed the adoption of the ASEAN Declaration on Combating Cybercrime and Online Fraud last September, which Sugiono described as a strong reflection of ASEAN’s commitment to safeguarding its digital space and regional security.
He noted that this momentum is timely, ahead of the signing of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime at the Hanoi Convention in Vietnam on October 25–26, 2025.
The APSC Council meeting was held on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur from October 26–28, under the theme “Forging a Resilient and Inclusive Future Together.”
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