Jakarta, Jan. 27 -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has called for building unity among ASEAN countries so that the region can gain greater recognition from global powers.

"Only with unity among ASEAN countries, only with good cooperation among us, can our voices be heard more," Prabowo said while delivering a joint press statement with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur on Monday.

"We can be reckoned with more by powers that are much greater than us," he added.

According to the President, the world is currently facing increasing tensions and uncertainty.

In a situation like this, ongoing synergy and consultation between Indonesia, Malaysia, and other ASEAN members is vital, he said.

The President also highl...