Hayat Ashraf

ASEAN stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. It is a regional intergovernmental organization formed in 1967 with the goal of promoting peace, stability, economic integration, and cooperation among its member states in Southeast Asia. The current member countries of ASEAN are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. The objectives of ASEAN include: 1. Economic Integration: ASEAN aims to foster economic integration among its member states. This is achieved through initiatives such as the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA), which seeks to reduce trade barriers and promote the free flow of goods, services, and investment within the region. 2. Political and Security Cooperation: ASEAN promotes regional peace, stability, and security through dialogue and cooperation among member states. It provides a platform for diplomatic discussions, conflict resolution, and the development of norms and mechanisms to enhance trust a...