On 10 January 2024, the ASEAN-IPR welcomed H.E. MK Lekgoro, Ambassador of the Republic of South Africa to ASEAN, Indonesia, and Timor-Leste.

During the meeting, the Executive Director and ASEAN-IPR Team provided an overview of the Institute's mandate, functions, priorities, and activities. The discussion also explored possible ways for the ASEAN-IPR to collaborate with like-minded institutions in South Africa as well as in the regional and sub-regional African region.