CURRENT AFFAIRS

2023

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was the main objective of the foundation of ASEAN?
A
To form an economic block against European countries
B
To accelerate economic progress in Southeast Asia
C
To finalize step by step a programme to develop a free market zone
D
Equalizing of import duties and changes and uniform control on investments in all member countries
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -ASEAN’s primary objective was to accelerate economic growth and through that social progress and cultural development. A secondary objective was to promote regional peace and stability based on the rule of law and the principles of the UN Charter.

Detailed explanation-2: -Introduction. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a regional grouping that aims to promote economic and security cooperation among its ten members: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ans. The purpose of ASEAN is to encourage economic and cultural interchange among its member nations, to maintain peace and stability in Southeast Asia, and to form alliances with international powers that share similar goals.

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