ERIA's upcoming symposium with Harvard University have been noted in the Joint Statement of 2nd U.S.- ASEAN Leader's Meeting (Paragraph 24). The statement acknowledged the significance of its symposium which symbolises the closer academic collaboration between ASEAN research institutions and the U.S. educational institutions.

24. We recognized the importance of cooperation among ASEAN educational and research institutions and encouraged more such academic linkages. In this regard, we noted with appreciation the ERIA-Harvard University Cooperation in academic exchanges and research collaboration, particularly their joint-sponsored Symposium in Ha Noi on 26 October 2010 entitled "Evolving ASEAN Society and Establishing Sustainable Social Security Net."

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