All posts

On 26 October 2025, Timor-Leste was formally admitted as ASEAN's 11th Member State. ✨ To continue our celebration, here are 11 facts that highlight the country’s heritage, stories, and unique identity. Let’s get to know our newest ASEAN Family member together. #ASEANWelcomesTimorLeste #ASEAN #TimorLeste #Casean #ASEANasOne

On 11 November 2025, C asean and SX hosted the C asean Special Talk: The Circular Economy – Navigating the Future of Sustainability at C asean Samyan CO-OP. We were honored to welcome Assistant Professor Dr. Aidan Wong from Singapore Management University (SMU) invited participants to rethink their role in sustainability—shifting from passive consumers to active contributors shaping a circular future. Dr. Aidan emphasized that amid economic uncertainty and resource scarcity,

C asean was delighted to welcome Lai Young-Lin, a talented sketcher from Taiwan, for an inspiring watercolor talk and live demonstration as part of the SketchTalk Series, which brought our sketch community together in a vibrant and creative atmosphere.  With generosity and clarity, the artist shared his techniques and artistic insights, guiding participants step by step through his watercolor process. His friendly and approachable style made the session both engaging and enjo

C asean held a thought-provoking session as part of the C asean Literature series at C asean Lanna, Chiang Mai University, exploring how literary expression and traditional crafts intertwine to reflect the diverse cultural identities of ASEAN. Inspired by the SEA Write Award-winning novel “Ki Bad” (2024) by Prasertsak Padmarid the discussion delved into how the intricate Teen Jok patterns of northern Thailand embody stories, beliefs, and collective memories of local communiti

On 29 October 2025, the ASEAN Artist Residency Programme (AARP) held an official artwork handover ceremony at the ASEAN Secretariat Gallery in Jakarta, Indonesia. The event was presided over by H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General of ASEAN, and attended by members of the diplomatic community, media representatives, and art enthusiasts from various countries. Mr. Patrick Horatanachai, Vice President Head of Corporate Affairs Thailand of Thai Beverage Public Company Limite

C asean, in collaboration with the Embassy of New Zealand in Bangkok, proudly presented “Igniting the Spirit Across the Seas: Celebrating 50 Years of ASEAN–New Zealand Dialogue Relations” — a cultural showcase that brought together Māori, Thai Song Dam, and Nora performances in a celebration of partnership and shared heritage, with the support of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and One Bangkok. From the powerful Kapa Haka performance by Te Whirikōkō o Rangitāne of Aotear

2 August 2025 marked a remarkable milestone for C asean Consonant — celebrating 10 years of cultural connectivity through the universal...

On 1 August 2025, the C asean Auditorium at CW Tower, Ratchadapisek Road, was filled with insights as we celebrated ASEAN’s 58th...

As part of the celebration of ASEAN’s 58th anniversary and C asean’s 10th anniversary, the ASEAN Youth Speech Contest 2025 was proudly...

On 30 July 2025, C asean Lanna at Chiang Mai University was buzzing with ideas at our SE Talk: “From Trace to Tourism.” We welcomed two...

What a day of pure inspiration at C asean! From watercolor wonders to pencil precision, creatives of all ages came together to learn,...

SketchTalk: Lanna in Line and Motion was a unique cross-disciplinary gathering hosted by C asean at C asean Lanna, bringing together...

C asean Lanna joined hands with Chiang Mai University Business School (CMUBS) to organize "C asean Biz Talk: Craft for Community" to pass...

C asean Lanna in collaboration with the Chiang Mai University Business School (CMUBS) had organized a workshop on 22 January 2025, under...

In partnership with Chiang Mai University, C asean Youth Forum was co-organized as a collateral event of the Education for Sustainable...

Be a part of the celebration!  Join us in commemorating the 60th anniversary of Chiang Mai University at the latest edition of C asean...

21 Dec 2024: C asean, Bangkok Sketchers, Urban Sketchers Thailand, and STAEDTLER are honored to welcome Prof. Felix Scheinberger , a...

On November 28, 2024, C asean Lanna  was officially launched at Chiang Mai University Business School. This center is the fruition of a...

On October 26, 2024, Urban Sketchers Thailand and Bangkok Sketchers gathered art enthusiasts for a day of cloud-inspired creativity at...

C asean, in collaboration with the Department of ASEAN Affairs Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Culture, ASEAN Association -...