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Which of the following statements best describes ASEAN?
Which of the following statements best describes ASEAN?
ASEAN was founded in 1976.
ASEAN was founded in 1976.
False
Name three countries that are founding members of ASEAN.
Name three countries that are founding members of ASEAN.
Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia
ASEAN was created to mediate tensions resulting from disputes between ______ and ______.
ASEAN was created to mediate tensions resulting from disputes between ______ and ______.
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Match the following ASEAN member states with their year of joining:
Match the following ASEAN member states with their year of joining:
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What is one of the main challenges faced by ASEAN?
What is one of the main challenges faced by ASEAN?
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ASEAN has a strategic vision that successfully aligns all member countries' priorities.
ASEAN has a strategic vision that successfully aligns all member countries' priorities.
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What does ASEAN promote among its member states?
What does ASEAN promote among its member states?
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When did the ASEAN Charter come into force?
When did the ASEAN Charter come into force?
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All member states of ASEAN have different rights and obligations according to the Charter.
All member states of ASEAN have different rights and obligations according to the Charter.
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What is the primary aim of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC)?
What is the primary aim of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC)?
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What is the primary objective of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF)?
What is the primary objective of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF)?
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The ASEAN Secretariat was set up in _____ 1976.
The ASEAN Secretariat was set up in _____ 1976.
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The ASEAN Summit is held once a year.
The ASEAN Summit is held once a year.
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the ASEAN Secretariat?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the ASEAN Secretariat?
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Match the three community pillars of ASEAN with their descriptions:
Match the three community pillars of ASEAN with their descriptions:
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In what year was the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) established?
In what year was the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) established?
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The roles of ASEAN member states according to the Charter are unbalanced, with some states having special privileges.
The roles of ASEAN member states according to the Charter are unbalanced, with some states having special privileges.
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The _____ aims to create a committed, socially responsible community for the benefit of ASEAN people.
The _____ aims to create a committed, socially responsible community for the benefit of ASEAN people.
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Which of the following countries will host the second ASEAN Summit meeting in 2023?
Which of the following countries will host the second ASEAN Summit meeting in 2023?
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The ASEAN Charter serves as a _____ for achieving the ASEAN community.
The ASEAN Charter serves as a _____ for achieving the ASEAN community.
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The ASEAN Vision 2025 outlines the goals for the ASEAN community until 2030.
The ASEAN Vision 2025 outlines the goals for the ASEAN community until 2030.
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What is the total GDP of ASEAN in 2022?
What is the total GDP of ASEAN in 2022?
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Match the following ASEAN initiatives with their founding years:
Match the following ASEAN initiatives with their founding years:
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What was the primary goal of the 'Act East Policy' announced in 2014?
What was the primary goal of the 'Act East Policy' announced in 2014?
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India became a Sectoral Partner of ASEAN in 1992.
India became a Sectoral Partner of ASEAN in 1992.
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What are the areas of cooperation mentioned in the 2018-22 framework?
What are the areas of cooperation mentioned in the 2018-22 framework?
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The ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Social Welfare & Development is abbreviated as _____.
The ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Social Welfare & Development is abbreviated as _____.
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Match the following policies with their descriptions:
Match the following policies with their descriptions:
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How many bilateral agreements were signed under the 'Act East Policy'?
How many bilateral agreements were signed under the 'Act East Policy'?
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The ASEAN Future Forum is scheduled to take place in 2024.
The ASEAN Future Forum is scheduled to take place in 2024.
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What is the AICHR responsible for?
What is the AICHR responsible for?
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Study Notes
ASEAN - Association of Southeast Asian Nations
- Consists of 10 nations
- Aims to promote economic and security cooperation among member states
- Includes Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Brunei, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, and Cambodia
- Also an official observer of APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation)
ASEAN's Impact
- Lacks strategic vision
- Diverging priorities of member states
- Weakening relationships
ASEAN's Biggest Challenges
- Unified approach toward China
- Disputes, particularly in the South China Sea
- Response to Myanmar's situation
ASEAN History
- Founded in 1967 by signing of the Bangkok Declaration
- Original purpose: to lessen tensions between members
- Founding members: Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Singapore
- The 5 foreign ministers are considered the founding fathers of ASEAN
- 1976: Member states signed the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, which emphasized mutual respect and non-interference in other countries' affairs
ASEAN Membership Expansion
- Brunei (1984)
- Vietnam (1995)
- Laos (1997)
- Myanmar (1997)
- Cambodia (1999)
ASEAN Aims
- Economic growth
- Social progress
- Cultural development
- Regional stability and peace
- Agricultural cooperation amongst member states
ASEAN Charter
- A constitutional instrument
- Adopted in November 2007
- Became operational in 2008
- Created a legal framework to establish ASEAN community
ASEAN Secretariat
- Established in February 1976
- Composition of 8 officials (including an assistant to the secretary-general, 3 bureau directors, economic relations officers, public information officers, administration directors and an office for other departments)
- Works to effectively implement ASEAN projects and activities
ASEAN Vision 2025
- A declaration signed by ASEAN leaders in 2015 with the aim to strengthen ASEAN community
- Aims to create a unified, dynamic and harmonious community
- Focuses on promoting fundamental freedoms and human rights for ASEAN people
ASEAN's Economic Outlook
- Total GDP in 2022: 1.6 trillion USD
- ASEAN's economy continues to grow rapidly.
- Role of India and China as significant influences on ASEAN economics
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Explore the intricacies of ASEAN, an organization comprising 10 Southeast Asian nations established to bolster economic and security cooperation. Dive into its history since 1967, the challenges it faces today, and its impact on regional dynamics, including relationships with major powers like China. Understand how diverging priorities and strategic visions affect its unification.
