Presentation Letter of Credential by Australian Ambassador to ASEAN (1 October 2013)
The ASEAN-Australia Development Cooperation Program (AADCP) Phase II is a long-term (2008-19), AU$57 million program that supports ASEAN ‘s goal of establishing an ASEAN Economic Community by 2015 and the post-2015 vision.
The program is partnership between Australia and ASEAN and works to achieve three outcomes:
- ASEAN Economic Community Progress
ASEAN Member States achieve AEC goals and ASEAN Secretariat captures this through its reporting systems.
- ASEC Capacity
Strengthened ASEAN Secretariat capacity focuses on ASEAN owned and driven work programs with strategic planning and effective project management. - Partnership
The partnership approach increases development effectiveness, promotes greater trust, and supports mutual accountabilities and joint management.