Facing the ongoing instability in the Middle East, Veronica Saraswati, Director of the Global Development Research Center of Indonesia, noted the crisis that particularly concerns over potential disruptions to shipping routes such as the Strait of Hormuz — is sending shockwaves through the global economy. Against this backdrop, the significance of the “maritime community with a shared future” vision has become increasingly evident.She emphasized that China has proven to be a reliable partner for ASEAN countries, and that leveraging Chinese technological innovation to support the modernization of Southeast Asia’s fisheries sector could substantially enhance regional economic resilience and strengthen sustainable growth amid global uncertainty.