Four years ago, the world was blindsided by the COVID-19 pandemic. The ripple impacts of this pandemic were vast, disrupting healthcare, the economy, and the very fabric of our lives.
As the virus swept across borders, hitting ASEAN families and business community hard, ASEAN came together and forged ASEAN Comprehensive Recovery Framework (ACRF) in 2020 encompassing broad strategies in health, human security, economic integration, digitalisation, and sustainability to respond to the multifaceted impacts to the pandemic.
As the pandemic now wanes, we take you to revisit some of important initiatives under the ACRF, guiding us towards a future that is not just stronger, but fairer and more adaptable for everyone.
At its core, ASEAN's journey is a testament to the importance of collaborative efforts, showing the world that even in the face of crisis, resilience and inclusivity can pave the way for a brighter tomorrow.