Luang Prabang, Laos
02 Apr - 03 Apr 2024
During the ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM),
all ASEAN countries have expressed agreement and support for the establishment of the
ASEAN Treasury Forum (ATF), initiated by Indonesia since 2023. Under the theme "Optimizing
Government Cash Management for Sustainable Development," the ASEAN Treasury Forum
High Level Meeting and Treasury Seminar were held live at Luang Prabang Hotel, Luang
Prabang City, Laos for 2 days with 100 participants. The event was opened by the Director
General of Treasury, Mr. Astera Primanto Bhakti, as the Head of Delegates (HoD) for
Indonesia. Moderated by a host from Laos National TV, the ASEAN Treasury Forum Seminar
featured three speakers: Deputy Director General of Treasury of Laos, Boualuengkhin
Douangsavanh; Director of State Cash Management, Directorate General of Treasury of
Indonesia, Noor Faisal Achmad; and Technical Assistance Officer for Fiscal Affairs, Fiscal
Affairs Department, International Monetary Fund (IMF), Holger van Eden.