Kuala Lumpur, Sept. 24 -- Amidst complex geopolitical and economic fluctuations worldwide, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has reaffirmed its strong commitment to regional integration and cooperation. At the 57th ASEAN Economic Ministers' Meeting (AEM) on September 23, regional officials discussed and advanced a number of important initiatives aimed at strengthening resilience, ensuring shared prosperity, and upholding the bloc's central role. Malaysia's Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Zafrul Abdul Aziz said that key economic deals such as the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) and other upgraded agreements to be sealed next month at the ASEAN Summit are set to help boost intra-regional trade. The DEFA i...