Third, increasing Timor-Leste's participation in ASEAN meetings. “I think it is time for Timor-Leste to be involved in substantive discussions and in shaping ASEAN priorities,” Retno said in her speech.
Closing her speech, Retno expressed her appreciation for the Lao Chairmanship of ASEAN which has helped maintain the continuity of ASEAN work, and affirmed Indonesia's support for Malaysia's Chairmanship of ASEAN next year. (Wahyu Dwi Anggoro)