ASEAN changes logo to 11 rice stalks, marking Timor Leste
The new emblem was unveiled at the opening of the 49th ASEAN Summit in Manila, with a symbolic flag and certificate handover.
ASEAN has officially changed its emblem by increasing the rice stalks from 10 to 11 to mark Timor Leste's full membership as the 11th member. The change was launched at the opening of the 49th ASEAN Summit in Manila, Philippines, on Sunday. During the event, Timor Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao stood and greeted the audience as his country was introduced as the newest member. The new logo was then displayed as "The ASEAN Way" was performed by Lara Maigue. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr then handed over the new ASEAN flag and a certificate of emblem change to ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn. The ASEAN Summit in Manila runs from 15-17 November and is attended by regional leaders and several international guests.
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