Monitoring the Matrix of Follow-up Actions to Declarations is essential for ensuring that commitments made by ASEAN leaders are translated into tangible outcomes. Declarations represent high-level agreements on critical regional issues, and the Matrix outlines specific steps to achieve the agreed-upon goals. By regularly tracking the progress of these follow-up actions, stakeholders can ensure accountability, address potential delays or obstacles, and maintain momentum towards the desired objectives. Effective monitoring guarantees that declarations are not just symbolic, but are actively implemented, contributing to the ASEAN region's development and cooperation.