Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, met with H.E. Erna Solberg, Deputy Leader of AIPA-Delegation from the Norwegian Parliament, in Oslo, Norway, on 10 June 2025. Dr. Kao welcomed Norway’s strong commitment in ASEAN as a Sectoral Dialogue Partner and AIPA Observer, highlighting its active role in promoting sustainability, peace, and inclusive development. He acknowledged Norway’s support for green shipping development in ASEAN and encouraged stronger cooperation in other areas such as political-security and economic spheres. Dr. Kao also reaffirmed ASEAN’s support for enhanced collaboration with the Norwegian Parliament through AIPA, particularly in aligning executive and legislative priorities for regional peace and prosperity, among others.