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The headquarters building of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in Jakarta, Indonesia.

What is ASEAN?

ASEAN is a group of 11 countries in Southeast Asia. These countries work together to help each other grow, stay safe, and follow important rules. ASEAN started in 1967 with five countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. Later, more countries joined.

Countries in ASEAN

The countries in ASEAN are:

Why ASEAN is Important

ASEAN helps its members work together. This makes it easier for people, goods, and money to move between countries. It also helps keep the area peaceful. ASEAN has many projects to help its members, like the ASEAN Power Grid and the ASEAN Free Trade Area.

Fun Facts

  • ASEAN has more than 680 million people.
  • The combined economy of ASEAN is big, making up about 6.3% of the world’s total economy.
  • ASEAN works with many countries and groups around the world.
  • ASEAN holds sports events like the Southeast Asian Games every two years.

ASEAN is a good example of countries working together for common goals. It helps make Southeast Asia a better place for everyone.

Images

Foreign ministers signing the ASEAN Declaration in Bangkok on August 8, 1967, which established the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
Diplomats from ASEAN countries attend a press briefing at the United Nations regarding the International Conference on Kampuchea.
Leaders from ASEAN countries signing an important declaration during a summit in Kuala Lumpur in 2015.
ASEAN delivers aid supplies like tents and hygiene kits to help families affected by the Marawi crisis.
Flags of ASEAN countries displayed together in Jakarta during the 18th ASEAN Summit.
A beautiful view of Singapore's bustling port from a tall building in the city.
A woman dressed in beautiful traditional Vietnamese clothing during a cultural parade at the ASEAN Tourism Forum in Ha Long Bay.
Traditional Vietnamese Áo dài costumes showcased at the ASEAN Tourism Awards 2019.
Nguyễn Ngọc Thiện, a Vietnamese government official, attending the ASEAN Tourism Awards in 2019 at Ha Long Bay.
Children in traditional Thai ethnic clothing posing together at a cultural event in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam.
Celebrate the Closing Ceremony of Visit Vietnam Year 2018 and the Gala for ATF 2019 in Ha Long Bay!
An AirAsia Airbus A320 airplane at Phuket International Airport, showing the 'Truly ASEAN' livery.
A beautiful view of the China-ASEAN Business Center skyline in Qingxiu District, Nanning.
Leaders from ASEAN countries signing the AFTA Agreement in Singapore in 1992.
Association of Southeast Asian Nations in orthographic projection.

Related articles

Indonesia
Malaysia
Philippines
Singapore
Thailand
Southeast Asia

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