ASEAN Flashcards
What does ASEAN stand for
Association of Southeast Asian Nations
When was it founded?
1967
What does ASEAN promote?
political and economic cooperation and regional stability in Southeast Asia.
How many members of ASEAN?
10: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam
What are ASEAN’s founding principles?
Non-interference in internal affairs
Consensus-based decision-making
Peaceful settlement of disputes
Respect for sovereignty
What is the ASEAN Charter 2007?
provides legal personality to ASEAN and strengthens institutional frameworks and community-building goals.
What is ASEAN’s combined population?
680 million people (as of 2023)
How big is ASEAN’s economy?
$3.6 trillion
What is ASEAN’s main trading partner?
China
How much is ASEAN-China trade worth?
$468.8bn USD
What is the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA)?
reduces tariffs and trade barriers among member states to promote regional integration.
When was AFTA introduced?
1992
Liberalism
economic interdependence and institutional cooperation to maintain peace and prosperity
Realism
ASEAN states still prioritize sovereignty and national interest. Lack of enforcement mechanisms reflects realist skepticism of deep cooperation.
Constructivism
shaped by shared norms like non-interference, consensus, and “Asian values”. Focuses on regional socialization.
What is the ASEAN Way?
An informal, consensus-based, non-confrontational approach to diplomacy and conflict resolution.
What are ASEAN’s main challenges?
Human rights inconsistencies (e.g., Myanmar coup 2021)
How has ASEAN responded to Myanmar’s 2021 coup?
Banned junta leader from summits
Appointed ASEAN Special Envoy, but impact limited by non-interference principle
