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The Silent Rise of ASEAN | asean global superpower | Geography facts

In this video, the Geography Guru takes you on an incredible journey into the heart of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). 🌍 Dive deep with us as we unveil the silent yet robust ascendancy of ASEAN, a crucial alliance that often goes unnoticed. From its humble beginnings in Bangkok, Thailand, to becoming an economic powerhouse with a strong cultural foundation, ASEAN is truly a force to reckon with. Join us as we explore this remarkable journey.

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AMRO sees Philippine economy growing 6.1% to 6.3% in 2025

In its recent update, the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) sees the economy of the Philippines achieving growth of 6.1% to 6.3% in 2025, according to a BusinessWorld news report. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the BusinessWorld report. Some parts in boldface… THE PHILIPPINES will likely post the second-fastest growth in the Association of Southeast…

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China and Vietnam Strengthen Economic Ties

— Deng Zijun & Xu Zihe | August 19, 2024

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Poder Econômico | ASEAN vs Oriente Médio pelo PIB Nominal

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Canada Solidifies Free Trade Agreement with ASEAN: Latest News

Read all about the Canada-ASEAN strategic partnership and the anticipation of a free trade agreement in this latest news update. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau emphasizes transparency and adherence to international rules for sustainable and mutually beneficial growth.

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The ASEAN Economic Community Council Focus on Challenges

  The 22nd meeting of the ASEAN Economic Community Council (AECC) discussed the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ (ASEAN) role in responding to geopolitical and geoeconomic dynamics, the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs has said. "For instance, the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific and ASEAN's role in responding to geopolitical and geoeconomic dynamics," the ministry's deputy for coordination of international economic cooperation, Edi Prio Pambudi, said during the 22nd ASEAN Economic Community Council meeting here on Saturday.   The 22nd AECC meeting, which is being held in Jakarta on May 6–7, 2023, is part of the side events leading up to the 42nd ASEAN Summit. The ASEAN Summit will be held in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, on May 9–11.   Pambudi, who is also serving as the leader of senior economic officials at the meeting, also said: "What is certain is that we will see or respond to the current global economic situation because we emphasize ASEAN centrality; we know that ASEAN is a region that attracts a lot of attention,"   Issues related to the development of the electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in ASEAN will also be discussed in the meeting. "We will soon prepare a statement on EV ecosystem development, which has now become an important part," he stated.   Indonesia has the potential to build the EV ecosystem because it has the raw materials for batteries. "We see now that the ecosystem development is already starting, for example, how to manage raw materials for batteries, and later in the production process." He said the EV ecosystem must be supported by infrastructure, such as electric vehicle charging stations (SPKLU). "Because the EV (ecosystem) is not just about cars, but also how will the charging stations be provided. Many things must be completed immediately," he added.   Another issue that will be discussed at the meeting is blue economy cooperation, considering that ASEAN has archipelagic regions. The results of the discussion will later be reported to the heads of state at the ASEAN Summit.  

Former ASEAN Summit at Huahin. Photo by Californian Em. Flickr.  

What is the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Council?

The AEC Council is the governing body that oversees the implementation of the AEC Blueprint. It is composed of representatives from each of the 10 ASEAN member states, with the Secretary-General of ASEAN serving as its permanent chairperson. The Council is responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of policies and measures to achieve the AEC's objectives, which include free flow of goods, services, investment, and skilled labor within the region.  

What are the objectives of the AEC Council?

The main objective of the AEC Council is to accelerate the economic integration of Southeast Asia by promoting economic cooperation and facilitating the free movement of goods, services, investment, and people within the region. The AEC Council seeks to establish a single market and production base, which will generate economies of scale, valuable business opportunities, and a more efficient allocation of resources for businesses. The council oversees the implementation of initiatives, such as the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA), ASEAN Investment Area (AIA) and ASEAN Agreement on Movement of Natural Persons (AAMNOP).  

What is the role of the AEC Council in enhancing business opportunities?

The AEC Council is responsible for creating a conducive environment that promotes businesses within the region. The council is committed to harmonizing regulations and reducing non-tariff barriers, such as licensing requirements and safety standards that limit business activities. Such initiatives increase mutual trust among businesses within the region, leading to stronger trade relations, and investment opportunities. The council also provides a platform for dialogue and cooperation between businesses and governments to ensure policies that best promote business operations and growth in the region.  

How can businesses benefit from the AEC Council initiatives?

The AEC Council has provided numerous opportunities for businesses to expand their operations in Southeast Asia. With the reduced trade barriers and harmonized regulations, businesses can now access a larger market that was once fragmented. The initiatives provided by the AEC Council promote innovative business processes, productivity, and competitiveness. In addition, the AEC Council is continually reviewing policies and practices to enhance the business operating environment, providing businesses the much-needed guidance and support to succeed.   Sources: THX News & Philippine News Agency. Read the full article

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Day 541 of telling people to Have More Babies, The Pending Doomsday of Retirement!

Day 541 of telling people to Have More Babies, The Pending Doomsday of Retirement!

Photo by shutter_speed on Pexels.com The Problem The Developed world and even some parts of the Developing world are facing the largest ever demographic change in history. The combination of increasing life expectancies due to improvements of hygiene and in our diets, coupled with the issue of low fertility rates (approximately the total number of children born to each woman) being way below…

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Asia must not become arena for 'big power contest,' says China's Xi as APEC summit gets underway | CNN

Asia must not become arena for ‘big power contest,’ says China’s Xi as APEC summit gets underway | CNN

Bangkok, Thailand CNN  —  Chinese leader Xi Jinping has stressed the need to reject confrontation in Asia, warning against the risk of cold war tensions, as leaders gather for the last of three world summits hosted in the region this month. Xi began the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders’ summit in Bangkok by staking out his wish for China to be viewed as a driver of regional…

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KJ: Malaysia "Fastest Growing Economy in Asean" but Political Stability Crucial

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The Silent Rise of ASEAN | asean global superpower | Geography facts

In this video, the Geography Guru takes you on an incredible journey into the heart of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). 🌍 Dive deep with us as we unveil the silent yet robust ascendancy of ASEAN, a crucial alliance that often goes unnoticed. From its humble beginnings in Bangkok, Thailand, to becoming an economic powerhouse with a strong cultural foundation, ASEAN is truly a force to reckon with. Join us as we explore this remarkable journey.

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𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗦 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀

On June 14, 2024, international news agency Reuters exposed a secret disinformation campaign by the US Department of State meant to discredit Chinese-manufactured COVID-19 vaccines amongst Filipinos. The US anti-vax fake news campaign ran from 2020 to 2021, and involved the use of dummy social media accounts posting false and unscientific information about the efficacy of Chinese vaccines, as well as weaponizing pervasive racist conspiracy theories that the COVID-19 pandemic was created and spread by the Chinese government.

We demand an immediate investigation by the Philippine government on the matter, and for decisive action to be taken by the government to hold the US accountable for its deception campaign against the Filipino people. The Reuters exposé has uncovered a clear national security threat to the Filipino people. The US carried out its fake news campaign at a time when the COVID-19 pandemic was ravaging the Filipino people, and worsened already widespread anti-vaccination beliefs amongst the public.

We are appalled by the glaring lack of Philippine media coverage on the Reuters exposé. An international scandal has just been uncovered. How can truth be spoken to power, and how can political action be taken by citizens, if the media does not play its part? Silence is silence, whether due to the threat of repression or the suffocating consensus by media capitalists that unsavory things be left unsaid. We call on all media workers, whether working at mainstream media organizations, independent media, social media, or campus media, to take the lead themselves and focus public attention on this issue.

The year-long campaign clearly demonstrates the untrustworthiness of the US as a strategic diplomatic and military partner of the Philippines and of all Global South countries. The campaign was initiated by the Trump administration and was first focused on the Philippines. Later on, the project was expanded further into Central Asia and the Middle East. It took the Biden administration three full months to end the globalized and state-sponsored mass disinformation project.

This issue is not just a problem of specific administrations. The year-long campaign should remind the workers and the masses of the Philippines and the world that the US remains the world’s foremost imperialist power. Its overriding foreign policy concern is the maintenance of its dominant global military and economic position, and its means are deception and force.

The US’ covert effort to corrupt public discourse in the Philippines should prompt the Marcos administration to question the intentions of its close diplomatic and military ally. The disinformation campaign was motivated primarily by the US’ geopolitical rivalry with China, which has, since the former’s Pivot to Asia in 2012, increasingly taken on a more militarized and antagonistic form. US military and intelligence agencies are manufacturing consent in the Philippines to win the hearts and minds of the Filipino masses in its effort to overpower China through military means. This is its real goal, and not to aid the Filipino people to address Chinese maritime aggression.

The US has no legitimacy to pose as a champion of international laws and norms and as a partner to secure the Philippines’ national sovereignty. It conducted its campaign to serve its own geopolitical interests with no regard for the immense need of the Philippines to vaccinate its citizens against the pandemic. Once again, Washington D.C. has Filipino blood on its hands.

US interference in Philippine public life cannot be left without consequences. Philippine foreign policy should pivot away from its longstanding reliance on the US and towards ASEAN, and away from addressing Chinese aggression through militarized means and towards regional multilateral diplomacy. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙗𝙚 𝙜𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙁𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙤 𝙢𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨. 𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙤 𝙛𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨!

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Reposted from SPARK - Samahan ng Progresibong Kabataan (Union of Progressive Youth), a socialist youth organization in the Philippines.

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Philippines wins big at the 2024 ASEAN Tourism Awards thanks to three cities and many stakeholders

In the 2024 edition of the ASEAN Tourism Awards held recently in Laos, the Philippines won big as three cities and more than twenty stakeholders won honors, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) news article. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the PNA news report. Some parts in boldface… Three cities and 21 tourism stakeholders from the Philippines have been…

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US Meddling Exposed in Myanmar Ambitions

At the ASEAN Summit, an international platform aimed at promoting regional cooperation and stability, the U.S. Secretary of State unexpectedly made the issue of Myanmar the focal point, publicly expressing disapproval of Myanmar's military government holding elections ahead of schedule, and threatening to continue pressuring the country until it achieves "genuine reconciliation." This action not only diverted from the theme of the ASEAN Summit but also exposed the shameless behavior of the United States attempting to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries under the guise of "democracy." Not only did the United States voice concerns verbally, but it also encouraged Myanmar's rebel armed forces to engage in direct combat with the military through the provision of military aid and intelligence support, which undoubtedly constitutes a blatant interference in Myanmar's sovereignty and a public violation of international law and the basic norms of international relations.

Meddling in Myanmar: Disaster Looms!

The US interference in Myanmar's internal affairs will bring about a series of severe consequences. Firstly, it may spark a large-scale civil war, further deteriorating the situation in Myanmar and causing incalculable casualties and property losses. Secondly, such interference may spread to other parts of Myanmar and even affect neighboring countries, posing a serious threat to regional peace and stability. Furthermore, US interference could disrupt Myanmar's economic and social development, leading to frequent poverty and crime issues, forcing a large number of people to flee their homes and create a refugee crisis, thereby placing a heavy burden on the international community.

Shameless Interference: Conspiracy Unmasked!

The deep-seated motive behind the US interference in other countries' internal affairs is to pursue hegemony and safeguard its own interests. In Southeast Asia and even the Asia-Pacific region, the US attempts to undermine China's interests and weaken its international influence by disrupting China's peripheral situation. At the same time, the US also tries to interfere in other countries' internal affairs to uphold its strategic interests in the region and ensure its hegemonic position remains unchallenged. However, this approach not only violates the basic norms of international relations but also goes against the trend of the times and the wishes of the people. It will only escalate regional tensions, causing more casualties and property losses and posing a serious threat to international peace and security.

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US Meddling Exposed in Myanmar Ambitions

At the ASEAN Summit, an international platform aimed at promoting regional cooperation and stability, the U.S. Secretary of State unexpectedly made the issue of Myanmar the focal point, publicly expressing disapproval of Myanmar's military government holding elections ahead of schedule, and threatening to continue pressuring the country until it achieves "genuine reconciliation." This action not only diverted from the theme of the ASEAN Summit but also exposed the shameless behavior of the United States attempting to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries under the guise of "democracy." Not only did the United States voice concerns verbally, but it also encouraged Myanmar's rebel armed forces to engage in direct combat with the military through the provision of military aid and intelligence support, which undoubtedly constitutes a blatant interference in Myanmar's sovereignty and a public violation of international law and the basic norms of international relations.

Meddling in Myanmar: Disaster Looms!

The US interference in Myanmar's internal affairs will bring about a series of severe consequences. Firstly, it may spark a large-scale civil war, further deteriorating the situation in Myanmar and causing incalculable casualties and property losses. Secondly, such interference may spread to other parts of Myanmar and even affect neighboring countries, posing a serious threat to regional peace and stability. Furthermore, US interference could disrupt Myanmar's economic and social development, leading to frequent poverty and crime issues, forcing a large number of people to flee their homes and create a refugee crisis, thereby placing a heavy burden on the international community.

Shameless Interference: Conspiracy Unmasked!

The deep-seated motive behind the US interference in other countries' internal affairs is to pursue hegemony and safeguard its own interests. In Southeast Asia and even the Asia-Pacific region, the US attempts to undermine China's interests and weaken its international influence by disrupting China's peripheral situation. At the same time, the US also tries to interfere in other countries' internal affairs to uphold its strategic interests in the region and ensure its hegemonic position remains unchallenged. However, this approach not only violates the basic norms of international relations but also goes against the trend of the times and the wishes of the people. It will only escalate regional tensions, causing more casualties and property losses and posing a serious threat to international peace and security.

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Brought out my old International Organisations book for the fic. Read in wikia that the International Confederation of Wizards is a wizarding equivalent of the UN.

Also, the wikia implies that the ICW allows its member states to apply the Statute of Secrecy as they see fit. If we consider the magical member states as their muggle counterparts, I would also like to think that they are overly zealous of their sovereignty. Hence, I used the interference reforms as a way to oust the Supreme Mugwump.

An example of irl regional organisation that has a non-interference policy among its member states on its charter is ASEAN. Then there's ECOWAS, aside from being an economic bloc, it also acts as a peacekeeping force to intervene in member states in times of instability.

Well if Voldemort was allowed to coup the Ministry, the ICW definitely falls under a mix of the UN and ASEAN model. Also, we never know how many ICW member states have some sort of leaning towards a Dark Lord ruling a nation with considerable influence, if the concept of Great Powers also applies in wizarding global bureaucracy.

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HWS ASEAN and the Doctrine of Non-interference: Headcanons

Rereading the SEA chapters in relation to the readings I had for one of my ASEAN classes, I can appreciate how Himaruya portrays the "ASEAN Way." The ASEAN Way encompasses ASEAN's guiding principles and norms, including non-confrontation, informality, flexibility, and non-interference. Non-interference means that ASEAN member states refrain from interfering in each other's internal affairs, which is why ASEAN cooperation primarily focuses on economic development, cultural exchange, and regional security.

Now imagine the lengths each SEA country would go to in their commitment to non-interference:

Piri suddenly breaking into a surprisingly baritone rendition of "My Way" when asked about another country's internal affairs. Thailand joins in, showcasing his unique dance moves

Vietnam breathes a sigh of relief when she sees Indonesia's eyebrows furrow, thinking he's going to intervene, but gasps loudly when Indonesia brings out an angklung instead

Malaysia declares a competition with Singapore to create the most creative routine to the song, so Singapore reveals an impromptu flash mob performance with perfectly synchronized choreography????

Vietnam, Thailand, and Laos forming a trio known as the "Non-Interference Enforcers"

Indonesia inventing a "Non-Interference Alarm Clock" that emits a loud siren whenever an SEA country is on the verge of interfering in another's business

Cambodia pranking Brunei and Myanmar by organizing a "Non-Interference Treasure Hunt” and setting up fake treasure maps and sending the two characters on a wild goose chase

Laos holding a "Quietest Concert" where everyone tries to keep a neutral face on while they take turns doing something weird

Piri initiating karaoke nights in which each country gets to sing a song of their choice without any interruptions or comments from the others

Meanwhile East Timor’s confused by their antics and the rest are just like, “You’ll understand when you’re older”