CURRENT AFFAIRS

2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which country joined with ASEAN nations agree to enhance maritime cooperation?
A
India
B
Pakistan
C
South Africa
D
USA
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -As comprehensive security partners, they can be expected to engage in deeper cooperation relating to maritime security and disaster risk reduction.

Detailed explanation-2: -PHNOM PENH, Nov 11 (Reuters)-The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has agreed in principle to admit East Timor as the group’s 11th member, the bloc said in a statement on Friday, more than a decade after the country requested membership.

Detailed explanation-3: -What are the Areas of Cooperation Between India and ASEAN? Economic Cooperation: ASEAN is India’s 4th largest trading partner. India signed an FTA (Free Trade Agreement) in goods in 2009 and an FTA in services and investments in 2014 with ASEAN.

Detailed explanation-4: -India could not become a member of this association due to its geographical location. India is a part of South Asia while ASEAN is an organization of South-East Asian Nations.

Detailed explanation-5: -In February 2018, the ASPI recommended that Australia and New Zealand join ASEAN by 2024.

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