ASEAN’s exit strategy from the Covid-19 pandemic and Korea’s contribution

Abstract

ASEAN has developed its exit strategy from the Covid-19 pandemic, the ASEAN Comprehensive Recovery Framework (ACRF), endorsing the ACRF and its implementation plan at the 37th ASEAN Summit in November 2020. The ACRF and its implementation plan provide immediate measures and mid- to long-term measures for each phase of recovery. The ACRF includes five broad strategies: (i) Enhancing Health Systems, (ii) Strengthening Human Security, (iii) Maximising the Potential of Intra-ASEAN Market and Broader Economic Integration, (iv) Accelerating Inclusive Digital Transformation, and (v) Advancing Towards a More Sustainable and Resilient Future, which will be pursued through a total of 40 key priorities.