MAKASSAR, Indonesia, Oct 12 (Bernama-AsiaNet) — Protection and fulfillment of the rights of persons with disabilities in ASEAN is carried out comprehensively including aspects of education, health, provision of employment opportunities, and social protection. This comprehensive treatment is needed so that persons with disabilities can be independent and at the same time increase their dignity.
This is one of the main issues that emerged in the ASEAN High-Level Forum on Disability Inclusive Development and Partnership beyond 2025. This international event, which took place in Makassar, 10-12 October 2023, was attended by 13 representatives of countries from ASEAN, observers, and representatives of other countries.