Diplomatic bloc
ASEAN
Association of Southeast Asian Nations
Association of Southeast Asian Nations — economic and political cooperation.
Members
10
Founded
1967
Headquarters
Jakarta, Indonesia
What is the ASEAN?
ASEAN is a regional organisation of ten Southeast Asian states working to promote economic growth, social progress, and regional stability. It is known for the 'ASEAN Way' — decision-making by consensus and a strong principle of non-interference in members' internal affairs.
Key facts
- Full name
- Association of Southeast Asian Nations
- Founded
- 1967 · Established by the Bangkok Declaration
- Headquarters
- Jakarta, Indonesia
- Member states
- 10
- Decision-making
- Consensus — the 'ASEAN Way'
- Combined population
- Over 600 million
ASEAN member states
10 countries
Why the ASEAN matters
ASEAN sits at the centre of Asia-Pacific diplomacy, convening wider forums such as the East Asia Summit and the ASEAN Regional Forum, and often acts as a bridge between major powers like the United States and China.
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Frequently asked questions about the ASEAN
Quick answers to the most common questions about the ASEAN.
Which countries are in ASEAN?
Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
When was ASEAN founded?
In 1967, when five founding members signed the Bangkok Declaration. Membership has since grown to ten countries.
What is the 'ASEAN Way'?
It is ASEAN's style of diplomacy — informal consultation, decisions by consensus, and non-interference in members' domestic affairs.
Where is ASEAN headquartered?
Its secretariat is in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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