Biden Meets With Indonesian President, Underscores Importance of ASEAN

US President Joe Biden met with Indonesian President Joko Widodo in Bali, Indonesia, on Thursday.

Biden underscored the importance of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United States' commitment to the region.

The two leaders discussed a range of issues, including climate change, energy security, and the COVID-19 pandemic. They also agreed to work together to promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

Biden's meeting with Widodo is part of his ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with ASEAN. The United States has been a major partner of ASEAN for decades, and Biden has pledged to deepen this partnership. He has also said that he wants to work with ASEAN to address the challenges facing the region, including climate change, economic inequality, and maritime security.

Biden's meeting with Widodo was a success. The two leaders were able to discuss a range of important issues, and they agreed to work together to address the challenges facing the Indo-Pacific region.