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ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations is an intergovernmental organization composed of Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam. It was established in 1967 and its secretariat is based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

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2 articles from ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)

Economic Growth

How ASEAN has turned resilience into a strategy and cooperation into a strength

ASEAN's resilience lies in weathering shocks such as geopolitical conflict and using them to deepen integration, widen cooperation and strengthen growth.

Shaun Adam and Satvinder Singh 12 May 2026

Trade and Investment

Why ASEAN’s new Digital Economy Framework Agreement is a game-changer

The ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement is a new strategic roadmap for the region to address the complexities and opportunities of the digital economy.

Kao Kim Hourn 26 May 2025

ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) contributors

Kao Kim Hourn

Secretary-General

Satvinder Singh

Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN