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Which country is home to the Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS)?

  • Malaysia
  • Philippines
  • Thailand
  • Singapore (correct)

    • What does ASEAN Centrality refer to?

  • The economic integration of Southeast Asian countries
  • The leadership role of ASEAN in addressing regional issues (correct)
  • The enhancement of military cooperation in ASEAN
  • The cultural exchange among ASEAN member states

    • What is the principle of Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) in WTO regulations?

  • A strategy for bilateral trade agreements outside WTO
  • A commitment to provide equal trade benefits to all WTO members (correct)
  • A rule allowing tariff exceptions for certain products
  • A requirement for least developed countries to receive trade support

    • Which mechanism is NOT mentioned as part of ASEAN-led cooperation?

    <p>G20</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about MFN is true?

    <p>It ensures that any specific trade advantages are extended to all members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of ASEAN in geopolitical matters?

    <p>To serve as a central player in resolving regional conflicts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the MFN principle, if one member grants a trade favor to another, what must they do?

    <p>Extend the same favor to all other members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes ASEAN's approach to political issues?

    <p>It utilizes a consensus-based model to address issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the former name of the OECD?

    <p>OEEC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is NOT one of the upcoming venues for the FIFA World Cup?

    <p>Japan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions is NOT a part of Oceania?

    <p>Antarctica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country's capital is NOT located in the Horn of Africa?

    <p>Kenya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which administration did NAFTA change to USMCA?

    <p>Donald Trump</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of National Treatment require from WTO members regarding goods and services from other member countries?

    <p>They must treat foreign goods and services identical to their own after customs procedures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries is NOT a non-permanent member of the UNSC for 2024?

    <p>Sweden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Philémon Yang in the context of UNGA 79?

    <p>He is the President of UNGA 79.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines 'rapprochement'?

    <p>A process of moving from hostility to friendship between two countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries has its term as a non-permanent member of the UNSC end in 2024?

    <p>Malta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Trump's 'Transactionalism' in foreign policy?

    <p>Short-term gains and deal-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Unipolar Moment' refer to?

    <p>A single dominant power's influence in global affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiated the concept of 'Sputnik Moment'?

    <p>The launch of the Soviet satellite Sputnik 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is now known as the World Bank?

    <p>International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic primarily defines the Transactionalism approach?

    <p>Focus on immediate benefits and negotiations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which historical period is the 'Unipolar Moment' most often associated?

    <p>Post-Cold War</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary impact of the 'Sputnik Moment' on U.S. policy?

    <p>Boost in space exploration resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best encapsulates Trump's view on international relations under his 'Transactionalism' approach?

    <p>Relationships should be evaluated based on reciprocal benefits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Washington Consensus?

    <p>To serve as a guideline for economic reform in developing countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the ten principles of the Washington Consensus?

    <p>Promotion of global citizenship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'fiscal discipline' in the Washington Consensus emphasize?

    <p>Controlling spending to avoid large budget deficits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The principle of competitive exchange rates in the Washington Consensus is aimed at promoting what?

    <p>Boosting exports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle of the Washington Consensus focuses on reducing barriers to foreign investments?

    <p>Privatization of state enterprises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'protecting property rights' in the context of the Washington Consensus?

    <p>Legally enforcing intellectual property laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the Washington Consensus does NOT prioritize public spending on basic services?

    <p>Support for military expenditures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The principle of 'tax reform' within the Washington Consensus suggests what specific action?

    <p>Expanding the tax base and lowering income tax rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'regulatory relaxation' in the Washington Consensus seeks to achieve?

    <p>Reduce barriers so businesses can operate more freely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle encourages the reduction of trade barriers like tariffs and quotas?

    <p>Open trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the chairperson of the Bank of Thailand?

    <p>Kittiratt Na Ranong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members does the House of Representatives of the United States have?

    <p>435</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where will the COP30 conference be held?

    <p>Brazil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of SDG Goal 1?

    <p>End poverty in all its forms everywhere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which goal addresses the importance of food security and sustainable agriculture?

    <p>Goal 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which SDG Goal focuses on good health and well-being for all ages?

    <p>Goal 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SDG Goal 4 aim to ensure for individuals?

    <p>Quality education and lifelong learning opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which SDG Goal emphasizes the need for sustainable management of water and sanitation?

    <p>Goal 6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which goal aims to reduce inequalities within and among countries?

    <p>Goal 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of SDG Goal 13?

    <p>Combat climate change and its impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which SDG Goal focuses on sustainable consumption and production patterns?

    <p>Goal 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of SDG Goal 16?

    <p>Promote peaceful and inclusive societies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which SDG Goal aims to revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development?

    <p>Goal 17</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Foreign Ministry Officials

    • Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs: Lalitaworn Kanjanjari
    • Another Deputy Minister : Rasmi Chalijandt

    Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    • Temple: Phra Phuttharatchamai trisri Samphan

    THACCA

    • Thailand Creative Culture Agency

    FTA Agreements

    • No FTA with the U.S.
    • No FTA with the EU

    G20 Members

    • African Union (AU)
    • European Union (EU)

    Taiwan's Claims

    • Taiwan claims Itu Aba (also called Taiping Island in Taiwan, and Itu Aba in the Philippines, and Nan Sha Island in China)
    • Largest island in the Spratly Islands

    Three Brotherhood Alliance

    • Armed group of 3 ethnic groups fighting against Myanmar's military junta

    Arakan Army Location

    • Located in Rakhine State, Myanmar

    Additional Information

    • Lavuan Bajo is in Indonesia
    • Trump's Transactionalism foreign policy prioritizes short-term gains over long-term goals or ideological considerations, emphasizing immediate interests and cost-benefit analysis.
    • IBRD (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development) is now called the World Bank.
    • Unipolar Moment is a period of a single dominant power, such as the U.S. after the Cold War, having influence in military, economics, and culture.
    • Sputnik Moment is the realization of being challenged or threatened, requiring one to try to catch up to a rival. It originated from USSR's Sputnik 1 satellite launch in 1957, highlighting Soviet technological advancement and threat to US security.
    • RSIS (Rajaratnam School of International Studies) is a think tank based in Singapore.
    • ASEAN Centrality is ASEAN's leadership role in shaping the political and geopolitical landscape of Southeast Asia, using existing mechanisms and frameworks within ASEAN.
    • MFN (Most-Favored-Nation) in WTO dictates equal treatment of goods, services, and individuals from other WTO member states without discrimination. Favored trading terms extended to one member must also be extended to others.
    • National Treatment in WTO means similar treatment of goods, services, and individuals from other member countries to domestic goods, services, and individuals after customs procedures or domestic market entry.
    • UNSC E10 Members (2024): Algeria, Ecuador, Guyana, Japan, Malta, Mozambique, Republic of Korea.
    • Rapprochement is re-establishment of cordial relations, a process moving countries from hostility towards friendly and cooperative relations.
    • UN Secretaries-General, past and current: Antonio Guterres (current), Ban Ki-moon, Kofi Annan, Boutros Boutros-Ghali, Javier Pérez de Cuéllar, Kurt Waldheim, U Thant, Dag Hammarskjöld, Trygve Lie
    • UNGA 79 President: Philémon Yang
    • Washington Consensus: 10 economic principles (1989) for developing nations, particularly in Latin America, including fiscal discipline, prioritizing government spending, tax reform, market-based interest rates, competitive exchange rates, trade liberalization, foreign direct investment liberalization, restructuring state-owned enterprises, deregulation, and protection of property rights.
    • OECD former name: OEEC (Organization for European Economic Cooperation)
    • Next Olympic Games: Los Angeles (2028)
    • Next FIFA World Cup: Canada, Mexico, United States
    • Next SEA Games: Bangkok, Chonburi, Songkhla
    • Oceania is divided into three parts: Melanesia, Polynesia, Micronesia.
    • Holy Alliance during the Congress of Vienna consisted of: Prussia, Russia, Austria.
    • Countries in North Africa: Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Sudan, Tunisia, and Western Sahara
    • Horn of Africa countries: Somalia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia

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