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Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region I
Office of the Curriculum and Learning Management Division

HISTORY, ORIGIN/CREATION
CONTENT / KEY CONCEPTS AND MESSAGES:
ASEAN Foundation Evolution as an Association

TOPIC:
Origin/Creation of ASEAN

Summary
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), was established on 8
August 1967 in Bangkok, Thailand, with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration
(Bangkok Declaration) by the Founding Fathers of ASEAN: Indonesia, Malaysia,
Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. Brunei Darussalam joined ASEAN on 7
January 1984, followed by Vietnam on 28 July 1997, and Cambodia on 30 April
1999, making up what is today the ten Member States of ASEAN.

1. The ASEAN+3 is a forum that functions as a coordinator of cooperation between


the ASEAN and three (3) East Asia nations of China, Japan, and North Korea.

2. In 2002, East Timor was recognized as an observer of ASEAN and joined the
ASEAN Regional Forum in 2005.

3. The oldest city in the Philippines which hosted the 12 th ASEAN Summit in 2007
is Manila

4. There are six (6) countries considered Founding Fathers of ASEAN?

5. The ASEAN Charter serves as a firm foundation in achieving the ASEAN


Community by providing legal status and institutional framework for ASEAN.

6. One of the forerunners of ASEAN is Singapore and it was the first to declare
independence from western colonial power and became the First Republic in Asia?

7. The name “ASEAN” is protected under Article 6 of the Paris Convention for the
Protection of Industrial Property, adopted in 1883 and revised in Stockholm in
1967.

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8. Brunei joined in ASEAN organization in 1984, Vietnam 1995, and both Laos
and Cambodia 1997.

9. Myanmar joined on 30 of April 1999 and it joined last among the ten (10)
countries.

10. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was formed on August 08,
1967 according to the Kuala Lumpur Declaration

11. On January 10, 2007, Treaty of Amity and Cooperation between East Timor
and France.

12. Mr. Le Luong Minh was appointed to serve as Secretary-General of ASEAN


beginning on 2013 during the 21st ASEAN Summit in November 18, 2012

13. The ASEAN treaty that aims to promote perpetual peace, friendship for
all among ASEAN peoples is Bali Concord I.

14. The Southeast Asian Nuclear Weapon Free Zone Treaty (SEANWFZ) was
signed at the 6th ASEAN summit in Bangkok Thailand on December 12, 1995.

15. Dato Lim Jock Hoi assumed office as ASEAN Secretary General to serve from
2017 – 2022.

16. What do you call the Treaty which was signed by the member states in 1979
that contains the fundamental principles on relations among the ASEAN
members?
A. Treaty on Amity and Cooperation (TAC)
B. Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN (CPR)
C. ASEAN Connectivity Coordinating Committee (ACCC)
D. Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI) Task Force

17. What do you call the declaration that was signed by the leaders at the 12th
ASEAN Summit in January 2007 to accelerate the establishment of an ASEAN
community by 2015?
A. Bangkok Declaration
B. Cebu Declaration
C. New Zealand Joint Declaration
D. Phnom Penh Declaration

18. _______________provides the foundational supportive means to achieve ASEAN


Community Vision 2025, strengthen the political-security, economic, and socio-
cultural pillars of an integrated ASEAN Community, and to narrow the
development gap.
A. ASEAN Economic Forum 2015
B. ASEAN Connectivity 2025

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C. ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community 2021
D. Regional Policy Networks (RPN)

19. The theme of the 2019 ASEAN Chairmanship under Thailand is ____
A. "Our People, Our Community, Our Vision"
B. “We Care, We Prepare, We Prosper”,
C. “Advancing Partnership for Sustainability”
D. 'Partnering for Change, Engaging the World,

20. What is the highest defense consultative and cooperative mechanism in


ASEAN?
A. Armed Forces of the ASEAN Region
B. Mutual Defense Treaty
C. Civilian Home Defense Forces
D. ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting

21. What is the ASEAN mechanism for dialogue and consultation on security
issues in the Asia-Pacific Region?
A ASEAN Regional Forum
B. ASEAN Dialogue and Mission
C. G20 Foreign Affairs Ministers
D. Leaders Declaration Forum

22. Where was the venue of the 2nd forum of Entities Associated with ASEAN on
October 15, 2018?
A. Singapore
B. Jakarta
C. Philippines
D. Myanmar

23. For the 5th AFMAM 2019 organized back in July 2019, the theme coincided
with the theme carried by Thailand Chairmanship of ASEAN, which is "___."
a. “Advancing Partnership for Solidarity.”
b. “Advancing Participants for Sustainability.”
c. “Advancing Partnership for Sustainability.”
d. “Advancing Participants for Solidarity.”

24. What was established in 1992 to facilitate liberal trade and economic
cooperation among the ASEAN countries?

25. In the ASEAN Member States, what body serves as the national focal and
repository of ASEAN matters?

26. ASEAN Defence Interaction Programme (ADIP) was officially launched through
the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the ASEAN Foundation and
Microsoft on 14 March 2019 at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, Indonesia,

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witnessed by the Secretary-General of ASEAN ___.

27. The ASEAN Secretariat was set up in __________ by the Foreign Ministers of
ASEAN.

28. The existing ASEAN Secretariat at 70A Jalan Sisingamangaraja, Jakarta was
established and officiated in ___________.

29. The ASEAN Secretariat’s vision is that by 2015, it will be the _____________ of
a strong and confident ASEAN Community.

30. The Secretary-General of ASEAN 2018 -2022 is _________ from Brunei


Darussalam.

31. The Inaugural Meeting of ASEAN Smart Cities Network (ASCN) in Singapore
was held on ___.

32. Declaration on the Establishment of ASEAN Charter was done in ________


2005.

33. The Foreign Ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations convened
at the 33rd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on July 24-25 2000 under the
chairmanship of _____________.

ASEAN Through The Years

1961
Formation of Association of Southeast Asia (ASA) by Malaysia,
Philippines and Thailand.
1967
8 August – Founding of ASEAN – (Bangkok Declaration), Bangkok,
Thailand
1976
Signed the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia
1995
12 December – 5 th ASEAN Summit – Bangkok, Thailand; signed the
South East Asian Nuclear Weapon Free Zone (SEANWFZ) Treaty
1996
21 July - 29th Annual ASEAN Ministerial Meeting –
Jakarta, Indonesia
● expeditious ratification of the SEANWFZ Treaty
● end to nuclear testing and the conclusion of a Comprehensive Test
Ban Treaty (CTBT)
1997
15 December – adopted ASEAN Vision 2020 by Heads of
States/Governments in Kuala Lumpur

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● envisioned a “Concert of Southeast Asian Nations” to be in 2020 a Zone
of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality
● envisioned the region to be free from all other Weapons of Mass
Destruction (WMD), and the ASEAN Regional Forum as an established
means for confidence-building and preventive diplomacy and for
promoting conflict-resolution.
1998 – 15 – 16 December – 6th ASEAN Summit held in Hanoi Vietnam
● Hanoi Declaration pledged to intensify their efforts to address arms
smuggling, and to intensify consultations with National Weather Service
(NWS) with a view to their accession to the Protocol to the SEANWFZ
Treaty
● ASEAN countries reaffirmed their support for and active participation in
all efforts to achieve the objective of general and complete disarmament,
especially the nonproliferation of nuclear weapons and of other weapons
of mass destruction (WMD).
1999 - 23-24 July- ASEAN Foreign Ministers convened the Commission of
the SEANWFZ Treaty for the first time. The Commission ordered the
preparation of the draft rules of procedure and initiation of all necessary
actions in compliance with the Treaty, including consultations with the
NWS, the IAEA, and other related bodies.
2000 - 24-25 July –
● Foreign Ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations convened
at the 33rd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Bangkok under the
chairmanship of Dr. Surin Pitsuwan, Foreign Minister of Thailand.
● welcomed China’s announcement made in July 1999 of its readiness to
accede to the Protocol to the Treaty, and called on the other NWS to
exercise greater flexibility in consultations on the Protocol
2001 - 05-06 November
● 7th ASEAN Summit at Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, ASEAN Heads of
State adopted a Declaration on Joint Action to Counter Terrorism, in which
they unequivocally condemned “in the strongest terms” the 11 September
2001 terrorist attacks in New York and Washington and considered such
acts as an attack against humanity and an assault on “all of us.”
● rejected any attempt to link terrorism with any religion or race and
committed to counter, prevent, and suppress all forms of terrorist acts in
accordance with the UN Charter
● agreed on the practical steps to counter international terrorism,
including review and strengthening of national mechanisms to combat
international terrorism; early signing and/or ratification of or accession
to all relevant anti-terrorism conventions
2002 – 35th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting took place in Bandar Seri Begawan,
Brunei Darussalam, on 29-30 July
● acknowledged that following the 2001 ASEAN Declaration on Joint Action
to Counter Terrorism, ASEAN at all levels had undertaken practical
measures and expressed its determination to further enhance ASEAN’s
role and contribution in the fight against terrorism.

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2003 - 6 January - Ong Keng Yong, former Press Secretary to Singapore’s
Prime Minister, assumed the position of Secretary-General of the
Association of Southeast Asian Nations at a ceremony in Jakarta. Filipino
Diplomat Rodolfo C. Severino, Jr., previously occupied the post.
● 19 March - ASEAN Foreign Ministers issued a statement on the situation
in the Korean Peninsula at their informal meeting in Karambunei,
Malaysia. They expressed their continued concern over the evolving
situation in the Peninsula that could lead to a serious threat to peace,
security, and stability in the whole Asia-Pacific region.
● 16 – 19 June - the Post-Ministerial Conference of the 36th ASEAN
Ministerial meeting in Phnom Penh, Cambodia under the chairmanship of
H.E. Mr. Hor Namhong, the Cambodian Senior Minister and Minister of
Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
● 7-8 October 2003, the 9th ASEAN Summit was held in Bali, Indonesia.
Subsequently, the ASEAN leaders had the Seventh “ASEAN+3” Summit
with leaders from China, Japan, and Republic of Korea. During the
Summit, ASEAN leaders discussed in particular the latest situation on
the Korean Peninsula, the recent developments on terrorism and the
issue of Iraq and the Middle East
● 7 October, the Ministers issued the Declaration of ASEAN Concord II (Bali
Concord II), in which they pledged to achieve, by 2020, an “ASEAN
Community” comprised of an “ASEAN Security Community”, along with an
“ASEAN Economic Community” and an “ASEAN Socio-cultural
Community.”
● 8 October, both the People’s Republic of China and India formally acceded
to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, with the ASEAN
member countries issuing a declaration of consent to this accession.
● 12 December, during the ASEAN-Japan Commemorative Summit in
Tokyo, Japan signed a declaration of its intent to accede to the Treaty of
Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, and ASEAN issued a
declaration of consent to the accession., of Amity and Cooperation in
Southeast Asia by Japan.
2004 - 4-5 February - Bali Regional Ministerial Meeting on Counter-Terrorism,
co-hosted by Australia and Indonesia
● 3 May - at the third session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2005
Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of
Nuclear Weapons, the ASEAN Member States submitted a working paper
regarding the status of the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon Free Zone
(SEANWFZ) as a means to “contribute towards general and complete
nuclear disarmament”, and the creation of the SEANWFZ Commission and
its Executive Committee to oversee compliance with the Treaty.
● 29 June and 2 July in Jakarta, Indonesia - the Ministers issued a joint
communiqué in which they reaffirmed their commitment to establishing an
ASEAN Community comprising a Security Community, an Economic
Community, and a Socio-Cultural Community by 2020, recommending
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in Vientiane
● 01 July - 5th ASEAN Plus Three Foreign Ministers Meeting (ASEAN+3),
● 30 July - the Secretary-General noted “substantial progress in the
implementation of decisions and directives of the 9th ASEAN Summit,”
stating that the Ministers had reviewed efforts made in accordance with a
six-year plan towards the attainment of ASEAN Vision 2020, and in
preparation of the Vientiane Action Programme, its proposed successor,
among other topics.
● 29-30 November - reaffirmed the high priority of political and security
cooperation on the ASEAN agenda. They endorsed the Plan of Action of
the ASEAN Security Community, a community established to enhance
ASEAN’s capacity through regional instruments and mechanisms in
establishing regional norms and enhancing conflict prevention,
resolution, and peace-building in the region. The ASEAN-Japan Joint
Declaration for Co-operation in Counter-Terrorism was adopted at the
8th ASEAN-Japan summit.
2005 –
● 29 July - Mongolia and New Zealand acceded to the Treaty of Amity and
Cooperation (TAC), Australia followed suit on 10 December. Timor Leste
also expressed an interest in acceding to the TAC. ASEAN signed Joint
Declarations on Cooperation to Combat International Terrorism with the
Republic of Korea on 27 July and with Pakistan and New Zealand on 29
July. At the 38th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting, ministers encouraged Canada
to consider signing the same.
● 12-14 September – 11th ASEAN summit convened at Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia. A landmark event was the signing of a Declaration on the
Establishment of the ASEAN Charter by its leaders. The summit saw the
establishment of an Eminent Persons Group on the ASEAN Charter—
comprising 10 highly distinguished and well respected citizens from
ASEAN Member Countries.
● 17 November - ASEAN and the United States issued a Joint Vision
Statement on the ASEAN-US Enhanced Partnership whereby they pledged
to step up cooperation in key areas spanning political, security, social,
economic, and development spheres.
● 14 December - The 1st East Asia Summit, establishing closer and
substantial relations between the member countries of ASEAN and the
participating countries of India, China, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and
the Republic of Korea. Leaders signed the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on
the East India Summit wherein they stated that the summit would be a
“forum for dialogue on broad strategic, political, and economic issues of
common interest and concern, and with the aim of promoting peace,
stability and economic prosperity in East Asia.” It was agreed that the East
Asia summit would be held annually.
● 24-25 July – 39th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting where they issued a joint
communiqué in which they voiced their concern over recent developments
in North Korea—including the test firing of its Taepodong-2 missiles on 5

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July—that could affect peace and security in the region.
● The 12th ASEAN Summit was postponed until January of 2007 due to
Typhoon Seniang.
2005 -
● 10 January - France and East Timor signed the Treaty of Amity and
Cooperation (TAC), the two countries agreed not to attack or threaten the
member states of ASEAN. East Timor once again voiced its hopes to
eventually join ASEAN.
● 11-14 January, the 12 th ASEAN Summit, ASEAN signed five agreements: A
Declaration Towards a Caring and Sharing Community, Declaration on the
Blueprint for the ASEAN Charter, Declaration on the Acceleration of the
Establishment of an ASEAN Community by 2015, ASEAN Declaration on
the Protection and Promotion of the Rights of Migrant Workers, and the
ASEAN Convention on Counter Terrorism (ACCT).
● 22 July – 2 August – 40th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting and 14th ARF were
held in Manila. At the Ministerial Meeting, participants reflected on the
implementation of the South East Asian Nuclear Weapons Free Zone. The
Ministers called upon the NWS to ratify the protocols to the treaty and for
the accession of Israel, India and Pakistan to the treaty.
● 18-22 November – 13th ASEAN Summit was held in Singapore focused on
Energy, Environment, Climate Change and Sustainable Development. The
potential increase in the use of nuclear energy was discussed in this
regard. The members drafted an ASEAN Leaders’ Declaration on
Environmental Sustainability
2006 -
● 7 January, Dr. Surin Pitsuwan from Thailand assumed the post of
ASEAN Secretary-General, succeeding Mr. Ong Keng Yong.
● 25 – 29 May - The 28th ASEAN Chiefs of Police Conference took place and
adopted resolutions addressing cooperation in preventing terrorism and
arms smuggling.
● 24 July, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea acceded to the Treaty of
Amity and Cooperation (TAC) in Southeast Asia. Contracting Parties agree
not to participate in any activity that constitutes a threat to the political
and economic stability, sovereignty, or territorial integrity of another
Contracting Party.
● All 10 Member States ratified the ASEAN Charter ahead of the December
goal, and the Charter entered into force on 15 December.
● The 14th ASEAN Summit was scheduled to take place in Thailand 12-17
December, but it was postponed due to the political crisis in Thailand.
2009 –
● 19-20 July – 42nd ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meeting issued a joint
communiqué which noted encouraging developments on nuclear
disarmament and welcomed the negotiations between the United States
and Russia. They also recalled the commitment of the People’s Republic of
China to no first use of nuclear weapons. Also, the Ministers hoped that
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resume talks on disarmament, as called for in Article VI of the Non-
Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
● 23 July - both the United States and the European Union entered the
Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) in Southeast Asia
2010 –
● 24 March, the Philippines deposited its instrument of ratification to the
ASEAN Convention on Counter-Terrorism (ACCT), becoming the third
state, after Singapore and Thailand, to ratify it. After six ASEAN member
states ratify, ACCT will enter into force.
● 24 September at the 2nd ASEAN-US Leaders’ Meeting in New York,
ASEAN welcomed the U.S. announcement at the 2010 NPT Review
Conference that it is prepared to engage in consultations to resolve issues
which have prevented it from acceding to the SEANWFZ Protocol
2011 –
● 1 November, China deposited its instrument of ratification of the Third
Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia
(TAC).
● 15 November, Thailand deposited its instrument of ratification of the Third
Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia
(TAC)
● 16 November, Brazil deposited its instrument of ratification of the Third
Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia
(TAC).
● 18 November, ASEAN Foreign Ministers signed the Agreement on the
Establishment of the ASEAN Coordinating Center for Humanitarian
Assistance on disaster management. The signing ceremony acted as the
official launch of the center. The Center is aimed at strengthening the
collective response of ASEAN states to regional disasters
● 16-17 December, the inaugural China-ASEAN Beijing Economic Forum
(CABEF) took place. The forum reaffirmed the importance of bilateral
dynamics between China and ASEAN and identified economic
opportunities for the two sides.
2012 –
● 26 June, ASEAN and the Chinese government concluded a two-
day meeting regarding the implementation of the Declaration on the
Conduct of Parties on the South China Sea (DOC).
● 17 November, Brazil acceded to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC)
in Southeast Asia, making it the first Latin American country to do so.
● 18 November, the 21st ASEAN Summit took place in Phnom Penh,
Cambodia. Mr. Le Luong Minh was appointed to serve as Secretary-
General of ASEAN beginning in 2013.The body reiterated its support for a
denuclearized Korean Peninsula and full implementation of the
SEANWFZ
2013 -
● 11 January, Malaysia ratified the ASEAN Convention on Counter-
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so.
● 12 February, Secretary-General Le Luong Minh made a speech reaffirming
the importance of the IAEA safeguards system. He emphasized the vital
role the IAEA plays under the SEANWFZ and encouraged ASEAN Member-
States to cooperate with the IAEA to the fullest.
● 19 February, the Chairman of ASEAN issued a statement expressing
concern over the DPRK’s underground nuclear test. He further called for
the DPRK to remember its obligations under United Nations Security
Council Resolutions, and emphasized the importance of dialogue in
resolving the tension in the Korean Peninsula.
● 24-25 April, the 22nd ASEAN Summit took place in Bandar Seri Begawan,
Brunei. The group once more reaffirmed its support for full implementation
of the SEANWFZ and the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula
2014 -
● 27 May, the ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crime,
through the Working Group on Cybercrime, finalized a “roadmap” for
ASEAN members to combat cybercrime through regional information
sharing, capacity building, and enforcement regulation.
● 5-10 August, the 47th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) was held in
Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar. In the meeting, the delegates addressed the
importance of nuclear nonproliferation
● 10 November, the 25th ASEAN Summit took place under Myanmar’s
chairmanship.
● 13 November, the 9th East Asia Summit (EAS) was held in Nay Pyi Taw,
Myanmar.
2015 –
● 27 April, the 26th ASEAN Summit took place under Malaysia’s
chairmanship. The chairman addressed the commitment to a region free of
weapons of mass destruction.
● 9 June, Malaysia, on behalf of ASEAN, delivered a statement at the
second session of the Conference on Disarmament. In the statement,
Ambassador Mazlan Muhammad reiterated that ASEAN Member States
always regard nuclear disarmament as their priority and suggested the
creation of a clear timeline to ensure the fulfilment of the Conference’s
objectives.
2016 –
● 16 March, the new ambassador of the DPRK to ASEAN assumed office.
Secretary-General Minh welcomed Ambassador An and reiterated the
importance of working toward peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula
● 8 September, the 11th East Asia Summit (EAS) was held in Vientiane,
Laos. The EAS released a statement on non-proliferation, emphasizing
the importance of advancing the goals of all three pillars of the Treaty on
the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). The group also
reaffirmed its commitment to preserving the SEANWFZ
2017 –
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(JCC) was held in Jakarta.
● March 8, the ASEAN expressed its grave concern over the firing of ballistic
missiles by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) in the early
morning of 6 March, 2017, reaffirming the importance of peace and
security in the Korean Peninsula and its full support for the
denuclearization of the peninsula in a peaceful manner.
● April 29-30 the 30th ASEAN Summit was held in Manila, Philippines
● August 5, the ASEAN released a statement of the development in the
Korean Peninsula, reiterating grave concern over the escalation of
tensions in the peninsula
2018 –
● 5 January, Dato Lim Jock Hoi assumed office as ASEAN’s new secretary
general—he will serve from 2018-2022.18 March, ASEAN and
Australia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on counter
terrorism, while jointly expressing grave concerns for the DPRK’s nuclear
and ballistic missile programs.
● April, ASEAN Centre for Energy published the report Pre-Feasibility Study
on the Establishment of Nuclear Power Plant in ASEAN, outlining the
recent developments and prospects of civilian nuclear power for the ASEAN
member states.
● 25 September, Thailand ratified the CTBT. With Thailand’s ratification, all
ten ASEAN countries have now ratified the treaty.
● 13-15 November, the 33rd ASEAN summit took place in Singapore. The
6th ASEAN-U.S. Summit also took place on the sidelines of the larger
ASEAN summit
2019 –
● 1 March, the 10th meeting of the ASEAN-US Joint Cooperation
Committee took place in Jakarta. Both parties discussed shared strategic
priorities, including transnational crime, cybersecurity, and
developments in the U.S.-DPRK relationship
● 23 June, Southeast Asian leaders meeting in Thailand pressed their call
for self-restraint in the disputed South China Sea and renewed their
alarm over the US-China trade war. ASEAN leaders agreed to work
together on the region's economy and security to strengthen their
position to face growing US-China tensions, as they wrapped up their
summit in Bangkok.
● 2 August, Asia-Pacific foreign ministers meeting in Thailand called for the
peaceful resolution to regional disputes at the close of an annual security
meeting, which was eclipsed by the US-China rivalry and a deepening
trade spat between Japan and South Korea.
● 3 November, In Thailand Southeast Asian leaders, worried by the US-
China trade war, pushed for a deal on what could be the world's largest
trade bloc as officials worked behind the scenes to try to salvage progress
following new demands from India.
● Speaking in Thailand at a meeting of ASEAN leaders UN Secretary-
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730,000 Muslim Rohingya refugees from Myanmar's Rakhine state,
calling on Myanmar's government to take responsibility by dealing with
the "root causes" of their flight to Bangladesh and working toward their
safe repatriation.
● 4 November, China joined 14 ASEAN countries meeting in Thailand in
agreeing terms for what could be the world's biggest trade pact. India
pulled out at the last minute on the grounds that the deal would hurt its
farmers, businesses, workers and consumers.
● South Korean President Moon Jae-in and Japanese PM Shinzo Abe had
an 11-minute conversation on the sidelines of an international
conference in Bangkok, the first time they had met in more than a year.
They reaffirmed the principle of resolving pending bilateral issues
through dialogue.
2020 –
● 14 April, ASEAN leaders linked up by video to plot a strategy to overcome
the coronavirus crisis that has kept millions of people in their homes
under lockdowns.
● 26 June, ASEAN leaders held their annual summit by video, with the
coronavirus pandemic and the long-raging territorial disputes high on the
agenda.
● 27 June, ASEAN leaders said a 1982 UN oceans treaty should be the
basis of sovereign rights and entitlements in the South China Sea, in one
of their strongest remarks opposing China’s claim to virtually the entire
disputed waters on historical grounds.
● 15 November, The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
signed a China-backed Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership
(RCEP).
2021 –
● 4 June, The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) said it and
the European Union have concluded the world's first bloc-to-bloc air
transport agreement, to allow their airlines to more easily expand services
to and within the respective regions.
● 5 September, It was reported that Myanmar's military rulers have agreed
to an ASEAN call for a ceasefire until the end of the year to ensure
distribution of humanitarian aid
● 15 October, Foreign ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian
Nations (ASEAN) at an emergency meeting excluded Myanmar junta chief
Min Aung Hlaing from a regional meeting this month. They chose to
invite a non-political representative of the country.
● 27 October, Australia and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations
(ASEAN) agreed during a summit to establish a comprehensive strategic
partnership between them.
28 October, The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) said it
has agreed with China to upgrade their relationship to a comprehensive
strategic partnership, a day after reaching a similar deal with Australia.

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Answer Key:
False. It should be China, Japan, and South Korea.
True.
False. CEBU CITY
False. 5 countries
TRUE

References:
(http://asean.org/about-asean/the-founding-of-asean)
(http://nti.org/education-center/treaties-and-regimes/association-southeast-asian-
nations-asean)
(http://www.timelinesdb.com/listevents.php?subjid=583&dayinhist=0&date1=-
99999999999&date2=99999999999&words=&title=ASEAN&fromrec=60)

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CONTENT / KEY CONCEPTS AND MESSAGES:


THE FOUNDING OF ASEAN

TOPIC:
THE ASEAN AIMS

SUMMARY:
ASEAN Aims
As set out in the ASEAN Declaration, the aims and purposes of ASEAN are:
• accelerate the economic growth, social progress and cultural development in the
region through joint endeavours in the spirit of equality and partnership in order
to strengthen the foundation for a prosperous and peaceful community of
Southeast Asian Nations;
• promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect for justice and the
rule of law in the relationship among countries of the region and adherence to
the principles of the United Nations Charter;
• promote active collaboration and mutual assistance on matters of common
interest in the economic, social, cultural, technical, scientific and administrative
fields;
• provide assistance to each other in the form of training and research facilities in
the educational, professional, technical and administrative spheres;
• collaborate more effectively to encourage further growth in the agriculture and
industry, and trade sectors. This includes improving transportation and
communications facilities and conducting studies on international commodity
trade with the overarching goal of raising the living standards of ASEAN peoples;
• promote Southeast Asian studies; and
• maintain close and beneficial cooperation with existing international and
regional organizations with similar aims and purposes, and explore all avenues
for even closer cooperation among themselves.
Source: “ASEAN Aims”, Association of Sutheast Asian Nations,N.D., Retrieved from
https://asean.org/what-we-do, November 22, 2021

Questions:
1. Which among the aims of ASEAN supports the restoration of the balance of
power in the South China Sea?
a. accelerate the economic growth, social progress and cultural development
in the region through joint endeavours in the spirit of equality and
partnership in order to strengthen the foundation for a prosperous and

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peaceful community of Southeast Asian Nations;
b. promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect for justice and
the rule of law in the relationship among countries of the region and
adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter;
c. promote active collaboration and mutual assistance on matters of common
interest in the economic, social, cultural, technical, scientific and
administrative fields;
d. provide assistance to each other in the form of training and research
facilities in the educational, professional, technical and administrative
spheres;

Source: “ASEAN Aims”, Association of Sutheast Asian Nations,N.D., Retrieved


from https://asean.org/what-we-do, November 22, 2021

2. As one of the first regions to be affected by the outbreak of the Coronavirus


(COVID-19), Southeast Asia is seeing a rapid growth in the number of
confirmed cases. With economic downturn caused by domestic containment
measures and global disruption to trade, tourism and production, the region
is now facing the prospects of a global financial shock and recession. Which
aim of ASEAN closely parallels with these statements?

a. promote active collaboration and mutual assistance on matters of common


interest in the economic, social, cultural, technical, scientific and
administrative fields
b. provide assistance to each other in the form of training and research
facilities in the educational, professional, technical and administrative
spheres
c. promote Southeast Asian studies
d. maintain close and beneficial cooperation with existing international and
regional organizations with similar aims and purposes, and explore all
avenues for even closer cooperation among themselves.

Source: https://www.oecd.org/coronavirus/policy-responses/covid-19-crisis-
response-in-asean-member-states-02f828a2/?fbclid=IwAR1k59pG-
H_2E2O_UhJFuTNObWQqXmaHnaTSGP5DK9HdR8caxmFSwCTECDM

3. One of the aims of ASEAN is to collaborate more effectively to encourage


further growth in the agriculture and industry, and trade sectors. This
includes improving transportation and communications facilities and
conducting studies on international commodity trade with the overarching
goal of raising the educational standards of ASEAN peoples.

True or False

Source: https://asean.org/what-we-do#asean-aims

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4. The following are given priority in order to achieve ASEAN's goal of
agricultural, industrial, and trade sector growth.

a. improvement of transportation and communications facilities


b. conduct of studies on national commodity trade
c. raise the living standards of ASEAN peoples
d. increase the ASEAN peoples’ productivity

Source:https://www.oecd.org/coronavirus/policy-responses/covid-19-crisis-
response-in-asean-member-states-02f828a2/?fbclid=IwAR1k59pG-
H_2E2O_UhJFuTNObWQqXmaHnaTSGP5DK9HdR8caxmFSwCTECDM

5. ASEAN aims to promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect
for justice and the rule of law in the relationship among countries of the region
and adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter.

True or False?

Answer Key:

b
promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect for
justice and the rule of law in the relationship among countries of the region and
adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter;
a
promote active collaboration and mutual assistance on matters of
common interest in the economic, social, cultural, technical, scientific and
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collaborate more effectively to encourage further growth in the
agriculture and industry, and trade sectors. This includes improving
References:
“ASEAN Aims”, Association of Sutheast Asian Nations,N.D., Retrieved from
https://asean.org/what-we-do, November 22, 2021

https://www.oecd.org/coronavirus/policy-responses/covid-19-crisis-response-in-asean-
member-states-02f828a2/?fbclid=IwAR1k59pG-
H_2E2O_UhJFuTNObWQqXmaHnaTSGP5DK9HdR8caxmFSwCTECDM

https://asean.org/what-we-do#asean-aims

CONTENT / KEY CONCEPTS AND MESSAGES:


THE FOUNDING OF ASEAN

TOPIC:
THE ASEAN MOTTO

SUMMARY

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- ASEAN Motto -
“One Vision, One Identity, One Community”
Source: https://asean.org/about-us

1. Each of the ASEAN member countries has its own unique identity, such as a
love of tea, which permeates simple cross-cultural manifestations. A greater
exchange on several fronts is expected to take place with the ASEAN Socio-
Cultural Community. Does this statement support the ASEAN motto of “One
Vision, One Identity, One Community”?

True or False?

Source: http://www.lookeastmagazine.com/2014/09/one-vision-one-identity-
one-community/

2. The Heads of State/Government representing the peoples of the Member


States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (hereinafter referred toas
ASEAN) envisioned that our ASEAN Political-Security Community by 2050
shall be a united, inclusive and resilient community. Our peoples shall live in
a safe, harmonious and secure environment, embrace the values of tolerance
and moderation as well as uphold ASEAN fundamental principles, shared
values and norms. ASEAN shall remain cohesive, responsive and relevant in
addressing challenges to regional peace and security as well as play a central
role in shaping the evolving regional architecture, while deepening our
engagement with external parties and contributing collectively to global peace,
security and stability.

True or False?

Source: https://www.asean.org/wp-
content/uploads/images/2015/November/aec-page/ASEAN-Community-
Vision-2025.pdf

3. Enhanced connectivity and sectoral cooperation with improvements in


regional frameworks, including strategic sectoral policies vital to the effective
operationalisation of the economic community is one way of achieving the
Economic Vision of ASEAN 2025.

True or False?
Source: https://www.asean.org/wp-
content/uploads/images/2015/November/aec-page/ASEAN-Community-
Vision-2025.pdf

4. A dynamic and harmonious community that is aware and proud of its


identity, culture, and heritage with the strengthened ability to innovate and
proactively contribute to the local community is a part of ASEAN Socio-

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Cultural Community by 2025.

Source: https://www.asean.org/wp-
content/uploads/images/2015/November/aec-page/ASEAN-Community-
Vision-2025.pdf

5. The ASEAN COMMUNITY VISION 2025 was initiated by the Heads of


State/Government representing the peoples of the Member States of the
Association of Southeast Asian Nations who gathered at the 27th ASEAN
Summit in Manila, Philippines to celebrate the formal establishment of the
ASEAN Community 2015 and to chart the ASEAN Community Vision 2025.

Source: https://www.asean.org/wp-
content/uploads/images/2015/November/aec-page/ASEAN-Community-
Vision-2025.pdf

Answer Key:
True
False (2025)
True
False (global)
False (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

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References:

https://asean.org/about-us

http://www.lookeastmagazine.com/2014/09/one-vision-one-identity-one-community/

https://www.asean.org/wp-content/uploads/images/2015/November/aec-page/ASEAN-
Community-Vision-2025.pdf

CONTENT / KEY CONCEPTS AND MESSAGES


THE FOUNDING OF ASEAN

TOPIC:
THE ASEAN EMBLEM

Summary:

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The ASEAN Emblem is the reserved copyright of ASEAN.
The ASEAN Emblem represents a stable, peaceful, united and dynamic ASEAN.
The colours of the Emblem -- blue, red, white and yellow -- represent the main
colours of the crests of all the ASEAN Member States. The blue represents peace and
stability. Red depicts courage and dynamism. White shows purity and yellow
symbolises prosperity. The stalks of padi represent the dream of ASEAN's Founding
Fathers for an ASEAN comprising all the countries in Southeast Asia bound together
in friendship and solidarity. The circle represents the unity of ASEAN.

The specification of Pantone Colour adopted for the colours of the ASEAN Emblem
are: Blue: Pantone 286 Red: Pantone Red 032 Yellow: Pantone Process Yellow For
four-colour printing process, the specifications of colours will be: Blue: 100C 60 M 0Y
6K (100C 60M 0Y 10K) Red: 0C 91M 87Y 0K (0C 90M 90Y 0K) Yellow: 0C 0M 100Y
0K

Specifications in brackets are to be used when an arbitrary measurement of


process colours is not possible. In Pantone Process Colour Simulator, the
specifications equal to: Blue: Pantone 204-1 Red: Pantone 60-1 Yellow: Pantone 1-3

The font used for the word "ASEAN" in the Emblem is lower-case Helvetica in bold.

1. The ASEAN Emblem represents a stable, peaceful, united, and dynamic ASEAN.
The colours of the Emblem — blue, red, white and yellow — represent the main
colors of the state crests of all the ASEAN Member States. What color
represents peace and stability?

Source: https://asean.org/about-asean/asean-emblem/

2. The stalks of padi represent the dream of ASEAN's Founding Fathers for an
ASEAN comprising all the countries in Southeast Asia bound together in
friendship and solidarity.

True or False?

Source: https://www.asean.org/wp-content/uploads/images/archive/21074.pdf

3. The correct specification of Pantone Color adopted for the colors of the ASEAN

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Emblem are:

Blue: Pantone 286


Red: Pantone Red 302
Yellow: Pantone Process Yellow

True or False?

Source: https://www.asean.org/wp-
content/uploads/images/archive/21074.pdf

4. The font used for the word "ASEAN" in the Emblem is lower-case Helvetica in
bold.
a. upper-case Bookman Old Style
b. lower-case Helvetica
c. upper-case DokChampa
d. lower-case Times New Roman

Source: https://www.asean.org/wp-
content/uploads/images/archive/21074.pdf

5. The ASEAN Emblem represents a stable, peaceful, united and dynamic ASEAN.
The colors of the Emblem -- blue, red, white and yellow -- represent the main
colors of the ____________ of all the ASEAN Member States.

Source: https://www.asean.org/wp-
content/uploads/images/archive/21074.pdf

Answer Key:

1. blue
2. True
3. False
References:
Blue: Pantone 286
Red: Pantone Red 032
http://www.lookeastmagazine.com/2014/09/one-vision-one-identity-one-community/
Yellow: Pantone Process Yellow
4. b (lower-case Helvetica)
https://asean.org/about-asean/asean-emblem/
5. crests
https://www.asean.org/wp-content/uploads/images/archive/21074.pdf

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CONTENT / KEY CONCEPTS AND MESSAGES
THE FOUNDING OF ASEAN

TOPIC:
THE ASEAN THREE COMMUNITY PILLARS

Summary:
The ASEAN three Community Pillars:
1. The ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC) aims to ensure regional peace
and a just, democratic, and harmonious environment.

Source: https://asean.org/our-communities/asean-political-security-
community/

2. The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) aims to achieve a well-integrated and


connected regional economy within the global economic system.
Source: https://asean.org/our-communities/economic-community/

3. The ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) aims to enhance the quality of


life of ASEAN citizens and promote sustainable developments in the region.
Source: https://asean.org/our-communities/asean-socio-cultural-
community//

1. Human rights is the fundamental basis for peace, stability and sustainable
development. The adoption of the ASEAN Human Rights Declaration in 2012

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attests ASEAN’s commitment to advance the promotion and protection of
human rights in the region. Anent this, the Declaration defines a broad range
of internationally accepted rights except one:

a. civil and political rights


b. economic and social rights
c. cultural rights and the right to development
d. religious rights

Source: https://asean.org/our-communities/asean-political-security-
community/rules-based-people-oriented-people-centred/human-rights/

2. The ASEAN Senior Law Officials Meeting (ASLOM) was established in 1985 and
held its first meeting on 26–28 September 1985 in Jakarta, Indonesia. ASLOM
reports its work to the ASEAN Law Ministers’ Meeting (ALAWMM) which was
established in 1986 and held its first meeting on 11–12 April 1986 in Bali,
Indonesia. Initial legal cooperation of ASLOM and ALAWMM covers the
following areas except one:

a. exchange of legal materials


b. economic development
c. judicial cooperation
d. legal education and legal research

Source: asean.org/our-communities/asean-political-security-community/rules-
based-people-oriented-people-centred/legal-matters-and-judicial-cooperation/

3. The AEC is the realization of the region’s end goal of economic integration.  It
envisions ASEAN as a highly competitive region, with equitable economic
development, and fully integrated into the global economy.  What completes the
region’s vision of economic integration?

a. a single market and product base


b. monopolistic competition
c. product differentiation
d. promotion of local products

Source: https://asean.org/our-communities/economic-community/

4. The AEC Blueprint 2025 is envisaged to further deepen economic integration


and achieve a more integrated economic community with the following
characteristics except one:

a. A Highly Integrated and Cohesive Economy


b. A Competitive, Innovative and Dynamic ASEAN
c. A culture of resilience and care for the environment
d. A Resilient, Inclusive, People Oriented and People-Centered ASEAN

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Source: https://asean.org/our-communities/economic-community/

5. The ASEAN Socio Cultural Community is all about realizing the full potential of
ASEAN citizens.  The ASCC Blueprint 2025 was adopted by the ASEAN Leaders
at the 27th ASEAN Summit on 22 November 2015 in Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia. ACSS is working towards:

a. An exclusive community that promotes equitable access to opportunities for


all, and promotes and protects human rights.
b.An indefensible community that promotes social development and
environmental protection
c. A resilient community with enhanced capacity and capability to adapt and
respond to social and economic vulnerabilities, disasters, climate change,
and other new challenges
d. A community that is insensible of its identity, culture and heritage. 

Source: https://asean.org/our-communities/asean-socio-cultural-community//

6. Through the ASEAN Cultural Heritage Digital Archive (ACHDA) website, now
visitors can take a virtual tour of the digitized objects, which are on display in
museums, galleries, and libraries of the following countries:

a. Philippines, Brunei, and Singapore


b. Myanmar, Lao, and Vietnam
c. Cambodia, Philippines, and Thailand
d. Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand

Source: https://asean.org/in-focus/

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Answer Key:
d
• religious rights
b
• economic development
a
References: • a single market and product base
c
https://asean.org/our-communities/asean-political-security- community/
• A culture of resilience and care for the environment
c
https://asean.org/our-communities/economic-community/
• A resilient community with enhanced capacity and capability to adapt
and respond to social and economic vulnerabilities, disasters, climate change, and
https://asean.org/our-communities/asean-socio-cultural-community//
other new challenges
d
https://asean.org/our-communities/asean-political-security-community/rules-based-people-
• Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand
oriented-people-centred/human-rights/

asean.org/our-communities/asean-political-security-community/rules-based-people-oriented-
people-centred/legal-matters-and-judicial-cooperation/

https://asean.org/in-focus/

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CONTENT / KEY CONCEPTS AND MESSAGES
THE FOUNDING OF ASEAN

TOPIC:
THE ASEAN ANTHEM

Summary:
The ASEAN Anthem is an expression of ASEAN unity. It also strengthens the
sense of ASEAN identity and belonging among the peoples of the region.

The ASEAN Anthem is titled “THE ASEAN WAY”, with musical composition and
lyrics attached.

The ASEAN Anthem is under the copyright of ASEAN with the ASEAN Secretariat
as the main body to oversee its proper use.

ASEAN Anthem
w ith lyric.mp4
ASEAN Anthem
The Asean Way / Original Version
By Mr.Kittikhun Sodprasert, Mr Sampow Triudom, Mrs.Payom Valaipatchra
Raise our flag high, sky high

Embrace the pride in our heart


ASEAN we are bonded as one
Look-in out to the world.
For peace, our goal from the very start
And prosperity to last.
We dare to dream, we care to share.
Together for ASEAN
We dare to dream, we care to share
For it’s the way of ASEAN.

Source: https://asean.org/about-asean/asean-anthem/

Questions:
1. Which of the following statements is not true concerning the ASEAN Anthem?
a. The ASEAN Anthem is titled “THE ASEAN WAY”.

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b. The ASEAN Anthem may be played to commemorate special occasions of
ASEAN, such as the anniversary of ASEAN, or in efforts to promote the
interests of ASEAN.
c. The ASEAN Anthem is under the copyright of ASEAN with the ASEAN
Summit as the main body to oversee its proper use.
d. The ASEAN Anthem is under the copyright of ASEAN with the ASEAN
Secretariat as the main body to oversee its proper use.

Source: https://asean.org/about-asean/asean-anthem/

2. Write the missing lyric of the ASEAN Anthem.


Raise our flag high, sky high
Embrace the pride in our heart
ASEAN we are bonded as one
Look-in out to the world.
For peace, our goal from the very start
And prosperity to last.
We dare to dream, we care to share.
Together for __________
We dare to dream, we care to share
  For it’s the way of ASEAN.
Source: https://asean.org/about-asean/asean-anthem/

3. The Summit when the ASEAN Way was officially used for the first time in Hua
Hin, Thailand on February 28, 2009.

a. 13th ASEAN Summit


b. 14th ASEAN Summit
c. 15th ASEAN Summit
d. 16th ASEAN Summit

Source: https://asean2019.go.th/en/abouts/asean-anthem/

4. What Article of the ASEAN Charter stipulates that ASEAN shall have an
anthem?

a.Article 10
b. Article 20
c. Article 30
d. Article 40

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Source: https://asean2019.go.th/en/abouts/asean-anthem/

5. The following are the guidelines on the use of the ASEAN Anthem except one:

a. The ASEAN Anthem is a manifestation of ASEAN political stability.


b. The ASEAN Anthem is an expression of ASEAN unity. It also strengthens the
sense of ASEAN identity and belonging among the peoples of the region.
c. The ASEAN Anthem is titled “THE ASEAN WAY”, with musical composition
and lyrics as attached.
d. The ASEAN Anthem is under the copyright of ASEAN with the ASEAN
Secretariat as the main body to oversee its proper use.

Source: https://asean2019.go.th/en/abouts/asean-anthem/

Answer Key:

c
• The ASEAN Anthem is under the copyright of ASEAN with the
ASEAN Summit as the main body to oversee its proper use
ASEAN
b
• 14th ASEAN Summit
d
Article 40

References:
https://asean.org/about-asean/asean-anthem/

CONTENT / KEY CONCEPTS AND MESSAGES


THE FOUNDING OF ASEAN

TOPIC:
THE ASEAN FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES

Summary:
In their relations with one another, the ASEAN Member States have adopted the

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following fundamental principles, as contained in the Treaty of Amity and
Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) 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 peaceful manner;
● Renunciation of the threat or use of force; and
● Effective cooperation among themselves.
Source: https://asean.org/what-we-do#fundamental-principles

Questions:
1. What particular Treaty/Agreement/Declaration does the Fundamental
Principles of ASEAN are contain?
a. Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) of 1976
b. ASEAN Agreement on Custom
c. Declaration on ASEAN Unity in Cultural Diversity: Towards Strengthening
ASEAN in Community
d. Agreement on the Establishment of the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for
Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre)

Source: Https://asean.org/what-we-do#fundamental-principles

2. Who will serve as facilitators for decision-making within and among ASEAN
bodies?
a. All Member States
b. The Secretary-General of ASEAN
c. The ASEAN Secretariat
d. The Secretary-General of ASEAN and the ASEAN Secretariat

Source: Https://asean.org/what-we-do#fundamental-principles

3. Each Member State shall appoint a Permanent Representative to liaise with the
Secretary-General of ASEAN and the ASEAN Secretariat.
True or False?

Source: Https://asean.org/what-we-do#fundamental-principles

4. ASEAN acknowledges the right of every State to lead its national existence free
from external interference, subversion or coercion as one among its
fundamental principles.

True or False?

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Source: Https://asean.org/what-we-do#fundamental-principles

5. As an expression of the ASEAN fundamental principles, each member nation


observes interference in the internal affairs of one another.

True or False?
Source: Https://asean.org/what-we-do#fundamental-principles

Answer Key:
1. a
• Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) of 1976
2. d
• The Secretary-General of ASEAN and the ASEAN Secretariat

References:
https://asean.org/what-we-do#fundamental-principles

Prepared by:

JUNALYN V. REFUERZO HENRY B. BUEMIO


Teacher III Teacher II

GEMMA R. BACLIG ROSARIO GERARD B.


QUITEVIS
Teacher III Teacher I

Noted:
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EDGAR L. PESCADOR
Education Program Supervisor
Araling Panlipunan

EDITHA T. GIRON
Regional Education Program Supervisor
Araling Panlipunan

GINA A. AMOYEN
Regional Education Program Supervisor – In-Charge LRMS

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