The Development of Asean From Strategic Approache

Keling, Mohamad Faisol; Som, Hishamudin Md; Saludin, Mohamad Nasir; Shuib, Md. Shukri; Ajis, Mohd Na’eim

doi:10.5539/ass.v7n7p169

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“…As mentioned in the Overview Section of this paper, the ASEAN international organization was formed to stop the spread of communism in Asia. This meant collaborating on national security efforts, sharing intelligence, and building capacities for regional security (Keling et al, 2011). Maintaining regional peace and stability is extremely important for countries of ASEAN.…”

Section: National Security and Diplomatic Initiativesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Global Economic Integration: How do ASEAN and BRICS organizations contribute to the process?

Porca-Konjikusic,

Hudson Jr.,

Jain Harshi

2024

brics-econ

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This paper explores the realms of global economic integration by comparing the two prominent international organizations: the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Brazil, Russia, India, China, and the South Africa bloc (BRICS) and new entrants to BRICS Plus. The study examines the shared objectives, divergent approaches, and potential complementarity of these organizations. By analyzing their economic diversity, regional and global initiatives, and trade agreements, the research investigates the question of collaboration between BRICS and ASEAN organizations. This research finds a variety of economic disparities among members of both ASEAN and BRICS, a variety of investment patterns, economic policies, population and labor force dynamics, net portfolio investments, and capital flows. The paper provides a nuanced holistic analysis of ASEAN and BRICS. This article offers a unique, holistic analysis, comparing and contrasting ASEAN and BRICS countries and the nature of these two organizations. This paper includes policy recommendations related to fostering collaboration between nations in various aspects of their economies, and areas in which countries may strengthen financial ties. Knowledge of BRICS, BRICS Plus, and ASEAN gained through reading this article may enable them to decide on strategies to avoid trade barriers and may also enable them to identify countries with growth areas in various economic sectors.

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Section: National Security and Diplomatic Initiativesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Global Economic Integration: How do ASEAN and BRICS organizations contribute to the process?

Porca-Konjikusic,

Hudson Jr.,

Jain Harshi

2024

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“…There are various territorial disputes among the states, like over the South China Sea. Extra regional security apprehensions, particularly the emerging US-China competition, add another layer of complexity to the regional security environment with implications for regionalism (Keling et al, 2011).…”

Section: Asean-china Relationsmentioning

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China and Regional Security in South and Southeast Asia: A Comparative Analysis of ASEAN and SAARC

Bettani,

Ahmed

2023

J. ASEAN Studies

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Asian regionalism is largely represented by economic cooperation at sub-regional levels, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is seen as a prominent example of that. In contrast, the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) has failed to take off as a platform for economic cooperation and has been hostage to the India-Pakistan rivalry. While ASEAN was established as a forum to address members’ security apprehensions concerning China, SAARC was created to focus on regional cooperation in non-controversial matters like trade and human security. Hence, ASEAN has engaged more deeply with China through various mechanisms. Conversely, SAARC-China relations remain limited because India, the most dominant actor in the organization and the region, views China as a threat to its security and hegemony in South Asia. The research, therefore, aims to answer the following question: How does one region successfully manage security challenges/threats while the other remains ensnared by them? Resolving this puzzle necessitates a nuanced understanding of the role of regionalism in Southeast Asia, emphasizing the significance of comprehending the process and evolution of regionalism in this context. To address this inquiry, the research employs a comparative-historical analysis grounded in archival data encompassing both primary and secondary sources. The investigation reveals that SAARC’s limited engagement with China is a consequence of India’s opposition, a dynamic absent in ASEAN, where Indonesia actively supports cooperation with China. The research underscores the critical importance of unraveling the complexities of regionalism in Southeast Asia to grasp the underlying factors contributing to divergent outcomes in these regional organizations.

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“…These four aspects emphasize consultation and dialogue as the basis for cooperation, and informal consultations, in particular, have become a major feature of the "ASEAN Way". Former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad used "5Cs" to describe the ASEAN's spirit, i.e., Consolidation, Consultation, Consensus, Caring, and Cornerstone (Keling et al 2011), reflecting the consultative nature of the "ASEAN way". Therefore, regionalism in Southeast Asia has become well known as soft regionalism with less legal binding and restrictions on its members.…”

Section: The Evolution Of Southeast Asian Regionalismmentioning

confidence: 99%