On this day, our Cambodian friends observe the Memorial Day for His Majesty the Late King Norodom Sihanouk. During the reign of the King Father, Cambodia gained independence in 1953. To honour his legacy, people usually visit the Silver Palace as a tribute.

Good conversations start with a little respect! The ASEAN-IPR Course on Preventing Violent Radicalisation among the Youth is just around the corner! As we get ready to welcome young participants from ASEAN and the Republic of Korea to Bali on 12–14 October 2026, here's a fun little reminder of the ground rules that will guide our three days together. From respecting different perspectives to making space for every voice, these simple ground rules help create a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment. Watch our short role-playing video to see them in action! See you in Bali! This project is supported by the Government of the Republic of Korea through the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF) @akcf_pmt

From across ASEAN to the Republic of Korea, they showed up with energy, passion, and a genuine commitment to learn how to make our world a better place. We could not be more excited to welcome each and every one of them to participate in our course on Preventing Violent Radicalization in Bali this October. This project is supported by the Government of the Republic of Korea through the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF). @akcf_pmt

Meet the third and final line-up of trainers for the ASEAN-IPR Course on Preventing Violent Radicalisation among the Youth, coming this October: 🔹 Dr. Malkanthi Hettiarachchi — Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Counterterrorism Researcher and Profiler (PhD, Macquarie University). With extensive field experience across the Philippines, Indonesia, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Libya, and beyond, Dr. Malkanthi specialises in deradicalisation, rehabilitation, and psychosocial skills — bringing a rare, ground-level expertise to the Course. 🔹 Mr. Agus Nahrowi — Learning & Development Manager at Earthworm Foundation Indonesia and a conflict transformation practitioner with nearly two decades of experience. Gusrowi brings expertise in facilitation, mediation, negotiation, collaborative leadership, and multi-stakeholder engagement across Southeast Asia and beyond. 🔹 Ms. Nur Mawaddah — Director of the Urban Cyfluence Lab at Cyfluence Research Center (CRC) and incoming PhD researcher at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE). Her work explores how digital environments, public perceptions, and physical dynamics interact to shape governance, institutional trust, and societal resilience. See you in Bali! This project is supported by the Government of the Republic of Korea through the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF). @akcf_pmt

ASEAN-IPR participated in the ASEAN Peace Education High-Level Conference, 21–24 September in Manila, Philippines. Organised by the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), the Conference took on the theme “Peace Education for Shared Futures and Enduring Cooperation” — aimed to advance Peace Education as a strategic enabler of sustainable peace, social cohesion and regional cooperation. During the event, the ED of ASEAN-IPR participated as a discussant in the plenary session "Bridging Cultures, Faiths, and Communities: Intercultural and Interfaith Dialogue through Peace Education". Other sessions looked at peace education across various ASEAN Member States; integrating peace education into foundational learning; embracing traditional and indigenous conflict resolution practices; transforming non-traditional security issues through peace education; as well as youth as catalysts for peace.

Dialogue is not only something we talk about, it is something we can experience and bring into our everyday lives. On the side lines of the ASEAN Peace Education High-Level Conference in Manila on 23 September 2026, ASEAN-IPR supported our partner The International Dialogue Centre — KAICIID in highlighting interreligious and intercultural dialogue (IRD & ICD) as an approach to peacebuilding. Moderated by KAICIID's Head of Programmes, Ms. Vera Ferreira, the session offered participants with practical examples of how dialogue can foster understanding and constructive engagement across differences. The talk show format presented KAICIID Fellows from Southeast Asia a platform to share their experiences and ongoing initiatives on IRD & ICD. ASEAN-IPR introduced its mandate and functions, including various initiatives on IRD & ICD, with focus on its partnership with KAICIID to develop a Training Module on IRD & ICD — tailored for the context and needs of the Southeast Asian region. The session also underscored relevance and importance of partnership and networking — whether on peacebuilding, as well as on transformative dialogue.

Climate impacts increasingly exacerbate challenges faced by vulnerable communities, highlighting the growing relevance of the climate–security nexus across the region. Together with the Sunway Centre for Planetary Health, and with the generous support of the Government of Malaysia and Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI), ASEAN-IPR is working to advance the regional conversation on Climate, Peace and Security (CPS) ahead of our upcoming “Seminar and Workshop on Preparing the Future Communities to Face Climate-Related Security Risk.” Stay tuned for more updates! #ClimatePeaceSecurity #ASEAN2045 @ptmaseanjkt @SunwayCPH @CanadaASEAN @CanadaANASE

ASEAN-IPR welcomed a delegation from the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund (GCERF) for a courtesy meeting. The visit provided a platform for both ASEAN-IPR and the GCERF to share their respective work, as well as explore potential areas for collaboration between the two particularly on the issue of Composite Violent Extremism (CoVE).

Every 24 September, Cambodia commemorates The Constitution Day, marking the adoption of its Constitution in 1993. The occasion reflects an important chapter in Cambodia’s history and its continued journey in governance and nation-building.

To mark the International Day of Peace, we asked our colleague at the Secretariat to complete one simple question: “What do you think peace is…?” Is it understanding? Respect? Safety? Dialogue? Or something else? Their answers remind us that peace can mean different things to different people, while reflecting a shared hope for a more peaceful world. On this important day, ASEAN-IPR reaffirms its commitment to “Forging and Fostering Peace.” Peacebuilding is at the heart of our mission and guides our work to promote dialogue, understanding, and reconciliation across the region and beyond. Happy International Day of Peace!

The Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) has remained an important instrument for promoting peace, mutual respect, dialogue, and cooperation since its adoption in 1976. To commemorate the TAC’s 50th Anniversary this year, we continue to ask ASEAN citizens why the principles of the Treaty remain relevant today for the region. From peace and friendship among nations to dialogue, mutual respect, and cooperation, their perspectives highlight the continued importance of these principles in the region and beyond.

Today, we join our Malaysian friends in celebrating Malaysia Day, or also known as Hari Malaysia. This meaningful occasion celebrates the unity and strength of the Malaysian people, as well as the country’s rich cultural heritage and vibrant traditions. We extend our warmest wishes to our friends in Malaysia as they celebrate this important occasion.

Meet the second line-up of trainers and Speakers for the ASEAN-IPR Course on Preventing Violent Radicalisation among the Youth — coming to Bali, Indonesia this October! We are honoured to welcome three distinguished experts in criminal law, forensic psychology, and peacebuilding to our growing trainer line-up: 🔹 Dr. Rosleenda Mohamed Ali — Deputy Head, Public Safety & Security Programme, Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). A Chartered Psychologist with over 18 years of experience, Dr. Rosleenda's research spans countering violent extremism, radicalisation, forensic psychology, and youth online safety. 🔹 Dr. Delsey Ronnie — Regional Representative for Asia and Head of Mission for the Philippines and Indonesia, Nonviolent Peaceforce. With over 24 years of experience in conflict resolution and civilian protection across Asia, Dr. Delsey has contributed to the Aceh peace process, ceasefire implementation in Mindanao, and humanitarian dialogue in Myanmar. 🔹 Ms. Devita Kartika Putri — Ph.D. Candidate, Utrecht University, and Lecturer in Criminal Law, Universitas Gadjah Mada. Her research focuses on criminal law, human rights, and the prevention of violent radicalisation, with particular interests in deradicalisation, gender, and the rule of law. More trainers to be announced. Stay tuned! This project is supported by the Government of the Republic of Korea through the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF). @akcf_pmt