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New Forum For ASEAN Prosecutors / Attorneys General Established
15 September 2025
On 15 September 2025, Attorney-General Lucien Wong joined 9 other Prosecutors- and Attorneys-General of ASEAN Member States to sign the Declaration on the Establishment of the Prosecutors / Attorneys General Meeting ("APAGM") in Bali, Indonesia.
The APAGM is intended to enhance cooperation on prosecution and other related matters within ASEAN. It will facilitate coordination on prosecution cases, promote capacity building and information sharing, and enable more professional exchanges among the prosecution agencies of ASEAN Member States. The Joint Declaration and Terms of Reference of the APAGM is appended in the Annex.
Attorney-General Lucien Wong said: “Improvements in digital technologies and a more interconnected financial system have also resulted in transnational criminal activity increasing significantly. It is essential for prosecution authorities of ASEAN member states to work together and enhance our mutual capabilities to tackle these challenges. Singapore is committed to work with our ASEAN partners to tackle transnational crimes and uphold the rule of law.”