Antalya:Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, delivered a pre-recorded video message at the ASEAN-EU High-level Session held at the ASEAN Pavilion during the UNFCCC COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, on November 10, 2026.

According to Association of SouthEast Asian Nation, Dr. Kao emphasized the significance of the ASEAN-EU Strategic Partnership and the forthcoming 50th anniversary of the ASEAN-EU Dialogue Relations. He addressed shared priorities on climate action, which include the accelerated implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), climate finance, and addressing loss and damage.

Dr. Kao also underscored the importance of an inclusive and just transition, carbon pricing, and nature-based solutions to further the ASEAN-EU Plan of Action 2023-2027. These initiatives are aimed at strengthening collaboration between ASEAN and the EU in tackling climate change challenges.