MEDIA ADVISORY: 57TH ASEAN ECONOMIC MINISTERS’ (57TH AEM) MEETING AND RELATED MEETINGS
Released on: Friday, 19 Sep 2025 6:36PM
57th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (57th AEM) Meeting and Related Meetings
22 – 26 September 2025
Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
MEDIA ADVISORY
Malaysia, as ASEAN Chair for 2025, will host the 57th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (57th AEM) Meeting and Related Meetings from 22 to 26 September 2025 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.
This flagship event will bring together ASEAN Economic Ministers and dialogue partners to deliberate on advancing regional economic integration and addressing key trade and investment issues.
1. Customs Clearance Requirements for Media Equipment
Media representatives intending to bring equipment into Malaysia must comply with the following customs procedures:
● Customs Importation Form
A complete Customs Importation Form must be submitted, including a detailed inventory specifying the make, model, and serial number of each item.
● ATA Carnet Requirement
All professional equipment must be covered by an ATA Carnet, obtainable from the respective national Customs authority. The Carnet serves as the official declaration for the temporary importation.
● Arrival Procedures in Malaysia
The ATA Carnet must be presented to Malaysian Customs upon arrival. It must already bear endorsement from Customs in the country of origin to confirm that the listed equipment will be re-exported.
● Official Endorsement
The ATA Carnet will serve as the official endorsement for all listed equipment used temporarily in Malaysia.
● Liaison with Malaysian Authorities
Media representatives and embassies are encouraged to liaise directly with the Royal Malaysian Customs Department for further guidance.
2. Media Accreditation
Accreditation is required for all journalists, photographers, broadcasters, and Official Media (OM) from ASEAN Member States (AMS) and Timor-Leste.
Applications must be submitted online at:
https://aseanmalaysia2025.my/registermedia
* Initial registration: 2 – 12 September 2025
* Extended deadline: 20 September 2025
Please note that notification regarding registration will be sent to the respective email.
On-site media registration is not available.
Kindly contact our Media Accreditation Team for further assistance.
2.1 Registration Requirements
Applicants must upload:
● A recent passport-sized photograph.
● Updated media profile.
● Valid press card.
● A letter of assignment endorsed by their media organisation (compulsory for all, including OM AMS).
Once approved, the media representatives will receive accreditation passes and information kits at the International Media Centre (IMC). The passes are mandatory for access to all meeting venues and must be worn at all times.
2.2 Pass Collection
Accredited media representatives may collect their passes as follows:
Date: From Sunday 21 September 2025
Time: 4.00 pm – 8.00 pm
Venue: International Media Centre (IMC), Hall 5, Level 2, MITEC
Media Registration Contacts:
* Mrs Fateha: +6019-2389855
* Ms Adelia: +6019-8787292
3. Agenda Overview
(Please note: The programme is subject to change and will be updated accordingly.)
22 September 2025
5th Meeting of the ASEAN Geoeconomics Taskforce (5TH AGTF)
Preparatory-SEOM (Prep-SEOM) for the 57th AEM
Media Briefing to Registered Media
AEM Chair Visit to IMC
23 September 2025
57th AEM-39th AFTA Council
57th AEM-28th AIA Council
Commencement of Signing of the ASEAN Framework Agreement on Competition (AFAC)
23rd AEM-ASEAN BAC
57th AEM
24 September 2025
AEM-DG WIPO Consultation
22nd AEM-ROK Consultation
24th AEM-MOFCOM Consultation
Working Lunch – 28th AEM – Plus Three Consultation
AEM-USTR Consultation
31st AEM-METI Consultation
Gala Dinner
25 September 2025
4th RCEP Ministers’ Meeting
30th AEM-CER Consultation
Working Lunch - 13th East Asia Summit Economic Ministers’ Meeting
5th AEM-UK Consultation
21st AEM-EU Trade Commissioner Consultation
26 September 2025
4th AEM Troika Open-Ended Dialogue with Switzerland Breakfast Meeting
14th AEM-Canada Consultation
22nd AEM-India Consultation
14th AEM-Russia Consultation
9th AEM-HKC Consultation
57th AEM Press Conference
4. Accommodation
Media representatives are responsible for their own travel and accommodation. The organiser bears no responsibility for expenses or third-party services. Bookings should be made directly with hotels.
5. Dress Code
* Business attire is required at all official meetings.
* Jeans are strictly prohibited.
* Accreditation passes must be worn at all times.
6. International Media Centre (IMC)
Location: Hall 5, Level 2, MITEC
Operating Dates: 22 – 26 September 2025
Hours: 0830 – 2030
6.1 Facilities
Work Area: Desks, chairs, limited desktop computers
Equipment: Power extension cords, internet ports, printers (subject to availability)
Media Resources: Media advisories, press releases, official speeches
6.2 On-site IMC Contacts:
* Mrs Yuana: +6016 320 3205
* Mrs Aida: +6012 634 2502
* Ms Zety: +6011 2089 7354
7. Media Coverage
There will be restricted media coverage of the 57th AEM Meeting and Related Meetings. A limited number of passes will be issued to journalists, photographers and cameramen who have been cleared to cover selected meetings within designated time slots.
The Official Media of ASEAN Member States (OM AMS) must register in advance to obtain access to cover relevant meetings.
Detailed schedules will be provided in the Media Coverage Planner, available at the IMC and via the QR code provided below:
8. Media Interviews
Interview requests must be submitted via the Interview Request Form available at the IMC or
by scanning the QR code below:
* Each media representative may submit more than five (5) requests.
* Priority will be given to the top three (3) requests per applicant.
Contact for Interview Coordination:
* Mrs Vivie: +6017 690 3347
* Ms Nur Athirah: +60189111598
9. General Information
9.1 Transportation & Immigration Requirement
There are daily direct flights provided by several airlines to Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1, Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 and Subang Skypark Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport via Brunei, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Singapore and Thailand.
MITEC, Kuala Lumpur is about 56 km from both Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminals 1 and 2, and approximately 23 km from Subang Skypark Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport.
Visa is not required for a stay of less than one (1) month for ASEAN nationals and Timor-Leste, except Myanmar. Details on entry requirement to Malaysia can be accessed at the official website of the Immigration Department of Malaysia https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/home/.
Effective 1 January 2024, all foreign citizens travelling to Malaysia must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) via https://imigresenonline.imi.gov.my/mdac/main three (3) days before arrival in Malaysia, except those listed below:
◦ Citizens of Singapore;
◦ Diplomatic and Official Passport Holders;
◦ General Certificate of Identity (GCI) Brunei Darussalam Holders;
◦ Brunei Malaysia Frequent Traveller Facility Holders;
◦ Thailand Border Pass Holders; and
◦ Indonesia Cross-border Travel Document (PLB) Holders.
10. Other Information
Head of Media Secretariat
Mrs Zaria: +6019 255 0841
For the latest updates and news, visit the BERNAMA ASEAN 2025 official website:
https://asean.bernama.com
We look forward to welcoming you to the 57th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (57th AEM) Meeting and Related Meetings
--BERNAMA