REGIONAL: II. ASEAN Flashcards
Regional organization created to promote political and economic cooperation and regional stability among the countries in the Southeast Asian region.
Association of the Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN)
ASEAN was established on ____________
August 8,1967 through Bangkok declaration
Founding Members of the ASEAN
Indonesia
Malaysia
Philippines
Singapore
Thailand
When was the other countries joined?
Brunei Darussalam (January 7, 1984)
Viet Nam (July 28, 1995)
Lao PDR (July 23, 1997)
Myanmar (July 23, 1997)
Cambodia (April 30, 1999)
ASEAN’s main objectives?
- accelerate economic growth
- enhance social progress and cultural development
- promote regional peace and stability in the region
What are the fundamental principles of ASEAN as contained in the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia of 1976.
- mutual respect for the independence, sovereignty, equality, territorial integrity, and national identity of all nations
- the right of every state to lead its national existence free from external interference, subversion or coercion.
- non-interference in the internal affairs of one another
- settlement of differences or disputes by a peaceful manner
- renunciation of the threat or use of force
- effective cooperation among each other
Refers to the legal document that provides the legal status and institutional framework for cooperation within the ASEAN region and towards the formation of the ASEAN Community
ASEAN Charter
codifies ASEAN norms, rules and values; set clear targets for ASEAN; and presents accountability and compliance
ASEAN Charter
established the rules-based system and structures for the conduct of ASEAN affairs
ASEAN Charter
ASEAN Charter was signed by the Governments of the 10 AMSs on ____________and entered into force on December 15,2008
November 20, 2007
Main declaration of the ASEAN Charter
- To maintain and enhance peace and security in the region, and to preserve Southeast Asia as a nuclear weapon-freezone
- To create a single market and production base
- To strengthen democracy, enhance good governance and the rule of law and to promote human rights.
- To respect the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and national identity off all AMSs
- Renunciation of aggression and threat or use of force in any matter inconsistent with international law, and reliance on peaceful settlement of disputes.
- Non-interference in the international affairs on Member States
- To alleviate poverty and narrow the development gap within ASEAN.
- To promote sustainable development to protect the environment, natural resources and cultural heritage.
- To develop human resources and well being through cooperation on education, equitable access to development opportunities, social welfare and justice.
- To promote an ASEAN identity through awareness of culture.
Rights and obligations of AMSs under ASEAN Charter
- have equal rights and obligations
- must take all necessary measures, including the enactment of appropriate domestic legislation
- In case of serious breach of Charter, refer the matter for consultation under Article 20 (Consultation and Consensus) of the Charter.
Procedures for the application and admission of new members
a. Prescribed by the ASEAN Coordinating Council (ACC)
b. admission is based on:
* location, recognized region of Southeast Asia
* recognition by all AMSs
* agreed to be bound and abode to ASEAN Charter
* ability and willingness to carry out the obligations of Membership
c. Admission decided by consensus by the ASEAN Summit, recommended by the ACC
d. applicant shall be admitted to ASEAN upon signing an instrument of Accession to the Charter
General principles for the settlement of disputes
- Member States shall endeavor to resolve peacefully all disputes in a timely manner through dialogue, consultation and negotiation.
- ASEAN shall maintain and establish dispute settlement mechanism in all fields of ASEAN cooperation.
association holds meetings known as _______________, where heads of the state or government of each member state meet to discuss and resolve regional issues, as well as meet with other countries outside of the bloc with the intention of promoting external relations
ASEAN Summit
Functions of the ASEAN Summit
- deliberates, provides policy guidance, and takes decisions on key issues pertaining to the realization of the objectives of ASEAN
- instruct the relevant ministers in each of the Councils concerned to hold ad hoc inter-Ministerial meetings, and address important issues concerning ASEAN that cut across the Community Councils
- addressed emergency situations affecting ASEAN by taking appropriate actions
- decides on matters referred to it under Chapter VII and VIII.
- authorizes the establishment and dissolution of Sectorial Ministerial Bodies and other ASEAN institutions
- appoints the Secretary-General of ASEAN
ASEAN Summit meetings are held ____________ annually, is hosted by the Member State holding the ____________
twice
ASEAN Chairmanship
what bodies comprise the ASEAN Summit?
a. ASEAN Coordinating Council
b. ASEAN Community Council
c. ASEAN Sectorial Ministerial Bodies
The ASEAN Coordinating Council is comprises of _________________and meet at least twice a year.
ASEAN Foreign Ministers
ASEAN Coordinating Council functions
- prepare the meetings of the ASEAN Summit;
- coordinate the implementation of agreements and decisions of the ASEAN Summit:
- coordinate with the ASEAN Community Councils to enhance policy coherence, efficiency, and cooperation among them;
- coordinate the reports of the ASEAN Community Councils to the ASEAN Summit,
- consider the annual report of the Secretary-General on the work of ASEAN;
- consider the report of the Secretary-General on the functions and operations of the ASEAN Secretariat and other relevant bodies;
- approve the appointment and termination of the Deputy Secretaries- General upon the recommendation of the Secretary-General; and
- undertake other tasks provided for in this Charter or such other functions as may be assigned by the ASEAN Summit.
3 pillars of the ASEAN Community Council
(i) ASEAN Political-Security Community Council (APSCC);
(ii) ASEAN Economic Community Council (AECC); and
(iii) ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Council (ASCCC).
Function of ASEAN Community Council
- ensure the implementation of the relevant decisions of the ASEAN Summit;
- coordinate the work of the different sectors under its purview, and on issues which cut across the other Community Councils; and
- submit reports and recommendations to the ASEAN Summit on matters under its purview.
Each ASEAN Community Council should have under its purview the relevant __________ and meet at least ______ a year to be chaired by the appropriate Minister from the Member State holding the ASEAN Chairmanship. Each Member State should designate its national representation for each ASEAN Community Council meeting.
ASEAN Sectoral Ministerial bodies
Twice
implement the agreements and decisions of the ASEAN Summit under their respective purview; strengthen cooperation. in their respective fields in support of ASEAN integration and community building; and submit reports and recommendations to their respective Community Councils
ASEAN Sectoral Ministerial Bodies