Jakarta, 10 November 2026: ERIA President Tetsuya Watanabe welcomed H.E. Mariann Ruud Hagen, Norway’s Ambassador to ASEAN.

They exchanged views on regional and global initiatives, including the transition to a circular economy and the sustainable use of marine resources. The discussion also covered digitalisation and the growing role of artificial intelligence in Southeast Asia.

Both sides expressed a shared interest in deepening collaboration and maintaining close engagement to support policy dialogue and co-operation in these areas across the region.