EEAS Asia Pacific

🌍 From Local Action to Regional Progress: Human Rights at the Heart of ASEAN Cities The EU is proud to support the Regional Forum on Human Rights Cities in ASEAN in Bangkok!

Very productive courtesy meeting yesterday with new Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan in preparation for the upcoming visit of EU Commissioner Startups, Research and Innovation @EZaharievaEU. (1/2)

Many thanks to @EU_ISS for co-organising this dialogue and to to @eu_eeas DSG @OlofBSkoog for his opening remarks

Today’s Track 1.5 Dialogue on #EU #ASEAN offered a timely platform to discuss shared priorities & deepen cooperation between the EU and ASEAN in an evolving geopolitical landscape ahead of 2027 #EUASEAN Summit #IndoPacific

New ideas coming out of a room full of energy and great brains! Many thanks to @EU_ISS for co-organising this dialogue and to #ASIAPAC DMD @DPorterEU for his opening remarks

Constructive discussions at the Track 1.5 Dialogue on the EU’s Engagement in the Indo-Pacific. Exchanges highlighted the importance of trusted partnerships, regional stability, economic resilience, and strengthened EU cooperation across the #IndoPacific.

The 2nd EU–China Conference: navigating beyond the inflection point, concluded successfully today in Beijing. The opening ceremony and 6 discussion panels brought together nearly 500 distinguished participants, who jointly shaped the dialogue. #EUChina2026 #EUdiplomacy #EUChina

Watch the livestream recording of the Asia-Europe Policy Panel on “From Globalisation to Economic Security: Asia–Europe Perspectives” 🔗na2.hubs.ly/H05pmhb0 The panel explores the frameworks of economic security while highlighting the importance of continued Asia-Europe cooperation in an increasingly uncertain global landscape. #ASEF #AsiaEurope #EconomicSecurity #PolicyDialogue #Brussels

Delighted to have convened the Asia-Europe Lecture Series on “From Globalisation to Economic Security: Asia–Europe Perspectives” in Brussels. The discussion highlighted how economic security, geopolitics, technology, and supply chain resiliece are becoming increasingly interconnected, and the importance of continued Asia-Europe cooperation in navigating global uncertainties. Thank you to our distinguished speakers, moderator, partners, and participants for a thoughtful and forward-looking exchange. @eu_eeas @EU_ASIAPAC #ASEF #AsiaEurope #EconomicSecurity #PolicyDialogue #Brussels #Geopolitics

Yesterday, #ASIAPAC joined the Asia-Europe Policy Panel on economic security, hosted by @aseforg & European Institute for Asian Studies (EIAS) in Brussels. A timely exchange on strengthening Asia-Europe cooperation on strategic issues. #AsiaEurope #EconomicSecurity #ASEF #EEAS

EU Ambassador Miller met last week with Commerce Minister Muktadir at the Switch to Circular Economy event, financed by the European Union and Finland. 🇪🇺🇧🇩🇫🇮 The future is circular! There are huge potential gains to be made in Bangladesh = an economic value of around EUR 4bn/year. As a leading exporter of advanced technology, machinery and expertise for the circular transition in Bangladesh, the EU is all about maximising competitiveness, economic autonomy and value chains. Thanks to the private sector for demonstrating time and again openness to innovation and great entrepreneurial spirit. @eu_eeas #Bestseller #H&Ms #BGMEA #Switch2CE

at #CIIAnnualBusinessSummit26 today I underlined 🇪🇺🇮🇳 convergence on trade /FTA as economic statecraft tools aligning integration of our ecosystems, of our supply chains & economic security. Called on business to seize the opportunities created by the EU-INDIA growth engine.

Maritime security in the Indian Ocean focus of 🇪🇺 🇱🇰 exchanges Thank you 🙏 Kotelawala Defense University (KDU) & the French Regional Center for Maritime Studies in Colombo for hosting us today, 🇱🇰🇪🇺 good potential on maritime security cooperation @EU_in_Sri_Lanka @EU_ASIAPAC

On 11 May in Brussels, Japan participated in the High-Level Meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children. Ambassador Aikawa read a statement on behalf of Japanese Foreign Minister @moteging. Full statement below👇 🇯🇵🤝🇺🇦

Childhood should be about playing, learning, feeling safe. Not being used as a weapon of war. An estimated 20,000 Ukrainian children have been unlawfully deported or forcibly transferred to Russia, separated from their families & stripped of their identities. This is unacceptable. The 🇪🇺 is co-hosting the High-Level Meeting for the Return of Ukrainian Children alongside Ukraine, Canada, and EU countries. Our goals are clear ↓ 🔹Secure the safe return of every child. 🔸 Ensure full accountability for these acts. 🔹 Support the reintegration of children into their families. We will not stop until every child is returned and until Russia is held accountable. Every child deserves to grow up in the safety of their own home, protected and loved.

#ASIAPAC joint forces w. the Diplomatic Missions from the region to celebrate our partnerships Visitors were able to get more information on the work of the EU in the region & on the EU Info-Pacific Strategy Many thanks to all Diplomatic Missions & our EU Delegations #EuropeDay

In uncertain times, you find out what truly matters. Freedom. Peace. A place to call home. The EU has delivered on that promise for over 75 years. Not perfect. But reliable. And that is the whole point. Happy Europe Day. 🇪🇺 @kajakallas

Rights and values do not defend themselves. In the skies, at sea, online. The EU is out there every day, far from the headlines but close to the people who need it most. Happy Europe Day. 🇪🇺

India 🇮🇳 , a key partner of 🇪🇺 also in the Indo Pacific. Happy to be back in Delhi for exchanges on our strategic partnership & our Indo Pacific Strategies. 🙏@MEAIndia

Important exchanges with Indian Ocean partners at the Indian Ocean Dialogue in Delhi. 🇪🇺 a trusted dialogue partner of @IORAofficial in the framework of 🇪🇺Indo Pacific Strategy, ready to engage more with Indian Ocean region. @ICWA_NewDelhi @EU_ASIAPAC