Formation of ASEAN: Motivations and Challenges
Students explore the 1967 Bangkok Declaration and the initial motivations for regional unity amidst Cold War tensions.
Key Questions
- Analyze the geopolitical context that led to the formation of ASEAN in 1967.
- Explain the initial challenges faced by ASEAN in fostering regional cooperation.
- Compare the 'ASEAN Way' of consensus-building with other regional integration models.
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