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ASEAN Membership: 10 States — Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. 1 Observer — Papua New Guinea.

ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Membership: 27 States — Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Canada, China, European Union, India, Indonesia, Japan, Democratic Peoples' Republic of Korea, Republic of Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Mongolia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Russian Federation, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor Leste, United States, and Vietnam.

History: ASEAN was established on 8 August 1967 in Bangkok by the five original member countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. Brunei Darussalam joined on 8 January 1984, Vietnam on 28 July 1995, Laos and Myanmar on 23 July 1997, and Cambodia on 30 April 1999.

Objectives: The ASEAN Declaration states that the aims and purposes of the Association are: (1) to accelerate the economic growth, social progress and cultural development in the region through joint endeavors in the spirit of equality and partnership in order to strengthen the foundation for a prosperous and peaceful community of Southeast Asian nations, and (2) to promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect for justice and the rule of law in the relationship among countries in the region and adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter. In 1995, the ASEAN Heads of State and Government re-affirmed that "Cooperative peace and shared prosperity shall be the fundamental goals of ASEAN."

Fundamental Principles: The Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) in Southeast Asia, signed at the First ASEAN Summit on 24 February 1976, declared that in their relations with one another, the High Contracting Parties should be guided by the following fundamental principles:

Mutual respect for the independence, sovereignty, equality, territorial integrity, and national identity of all nations;
The right of every State to lead its national existence free from external interference, subversion, or coercion;
Non-interference in the internal affairs of one another;
Settlement of differences or disputes by peaceful manner;
Renunciation of the threat or use of force; and
Effective cooperation among themselves.
Political Cooperation: The TAC stated that ASEAN political and security dialogue and cooperation should aim to promote regional peace and stability by enhancing regional resilience. Regional resilience shall be achieved by cooperating in all fields based on the principles of self-confidence, self-reliance, mutual respect, cooperation, and solidarity, which shall constitute the foundation for a strong and viable community of nations in Southeast Asia.

Some of the major political accords of ASEAN are as follows:

ASEAN Declaration, Bangkok, 8 August 1967;
Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality Declaration, Kuala Lumpur, 27 November 1971;
Declaration of ASEAN Concord, Bali, 24 February 1976;
Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, Bali, 24 February 1976;
ASEAN Declaration on the South China Sea, Manila, 22 July 1992;
Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone, Bangkok, 15 December 1997;
ASEAN Vision 2020, Kuala Lumpur, 15 December 1997;
Declaration on Joint Action to Counter Terrorism, 5 November 2001;
Declaration of ASEAN Concord II, Bali, 7 October 2003;

ASEAN Convention on Counter Terrorism (ACCT), 11 January 2007; and

Cebu Declaration on the Acceleration of the Establishment of an ASEAN Community by 2015, 11 January 2007.

Although ASEAN States cooperate mainly on economic and social issues, the organization has a security function, with a long-discussed program for confidence-building measures and for establishing a nuclear-weapon-free zone in Southeast Asia, with the objective of implementing ASEAN's 1971 Declaration on a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN), and a Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ), which would be a component of ZOPFAN.

Verification and Compliance: The ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) is an important multilateral forum for political and security consultations and cooperation. The ARF has begun to explore activities where there is overlap between confidence-building measures and preventive diplomacy. ASEAN Member States are urged to settle disputes through friendly negotiations applying the procedures of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) of 1976. However, the Member States are not obliged to use the Treaty stipulations for the peaceful settlement of disputes. In case a State resorts to the use of force, no system of collective security is foreseen.

Developments:

2014: On 2 April, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel joined defense ministers from the 10 Asia-Pacific countries for an unofficial meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to strengthen and “rebalance” the relationship between the United States and ASEAN.

On 27 May, the ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crime, through the Working Group on Cybercrime, finalized a “roadmap” for ASEAN members to combat cybercrime through regional information sharing, capacity building, and enforcement regulation. This was followed by the 9th ASEAN-Japan Counter-Terrorism Dialogue on 29-30 May in Singapore. The meeting covered counter-terrorism in a variety of fields, including CBRN explosives and cyber-terrorism.

On 5-10 August, the 47th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) was held in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar. In the meeting, the delegates addressed the importance of nuclear nonproliferation, the commitment to Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone and the cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

On 10 November, the 25th ASEAN Summit took place under Myanmar’s chairmanship. The chairman addressed the concern on nuclear nonproliferation and other regional and international security issues.

On 13 November, the 9th East Asia Summit (EAS) was held in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar. The Chairmanship expressed their commitment to preserving Southeast Asia as a Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone and addressed other issues relevant to disarmament, nonproliferation, maritime security, and counterterrorism.

2013: On 9 January, Mr. Le Luong Minh of Vietnam assumed the position of ASEAN Secretary-General. He succeeds Dr. Surin Pitsuwan of Thailand, and his term expires on 31 December 2017.

On 22 January, Malaysia ratified the ASEAN Convention on Counter-Terrorism (ACCT), making it the tenth and final member of ASEAN to do so.

On 12 February, Secretary-General Le Luong Minh made a speech reaffirming the importance of the IAEA safeguards system. He emphasized the vital role the IAEA plays under the SEANWFZ and encouraged ASEAN Member-States to cooperate with the IAEA to the fullest.

On 19 February, the Chairman of ASEAN issued a statement expressing concern over the DPRK’s underground nuclear test. He further called for the DPRK to remember its obligations under United Nations Security Council Resolutions, and emphasized the importance of dialogue in resolving the tension in the Korean Peninsula.

From 24-25 April, the 22nd ASEAN Summit took place in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. The group once more reaffirmed its support for full implementation of the SEANWFZ and the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula.

The 46th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting took place from 27 June-2 July in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam. Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Brunei Darussalum, chaired the meeting. At the meeting, parties adopted the Plan of Action to Strengthen the Implementation of the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free-Zone, which continued to encourage compliance with the SEANFWZ Treaty and cooperation with the IAEA. The Joint Communique released by the AMM also expressed support for the SEANWFZ Treaty and encouraged transparency in the interests of nuclear safety.

2012: On 2 April, Foreign Ministers of ASEAN member states began a two day summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. One of the key topics is the planned rocket launch by North Korea.

On 2 April, in Jakarta, the U.S. Deputy Assistant of State for Strategy and Multilateral Affairs gave a lecture on U.S. multilateralism and Asia. The lecture was given on the 35th anniversary of U.S.-ASEAN relations, and covered America’s role in promoting stability, fostering democracy and human rights, as well as encouraging economic development. It also covered international issues and transnational crime.

On 26 June, ASEAN and the Chinese government concluded a two-day meeting regarding the implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties on the East Sea (DOC). The meeting was intended to meet the following goals:

Maintaining peace, stability, maritime security and safety and peaceful settlements of disputes on the basis of international laws.
Enhancing the relationship between ASEAN and China.
On 17 November, Brazil acceded to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) in Southeast Asia, making it the first Latin American country to do so.

On 18 November, the 21st ASEAN Summit took place in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Mr. Le Luong Minh was appointed to serve as Secretary-General of ASEAN beginning in 2013.The body reiterated its support for a denuclearized Korean Peninsula and full implementation of the SEANWFZ.

2011: At the 18th ASEAN Summit, which took place in May, President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono of Indonesia called upon member states of ASEAN to lower their dependency on fossil fuels and search for alternative methods to produce energy. Given the nuclear catastrophe in Japan, Mr. Yudhoyono stated that nuclear energy needs to be reexamined.

On 1 November, China deposited its instrument of ratification of the Third Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC).

On 15 November, Thailand deposited its instrument of ratification of the Third Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in So

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ASEAN Membership: 10 States - Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. 1 Observer - Papua New Guinea. ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Membership: 27 States - Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Canada, China, European Union, India, Indonesia, Japan, Democratic Peoples' Republic of Korea, Republic of Korea. , Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Mongolia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Russian Federation, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor Leste, United States, and Vietnam. History: ASEAN was Established on 8 August one thousand nine hundred and sixty-seven in Bangkok. by the five original member countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. Brunei Darussalam Joined on 8 January 1,984, Vietnam on 28 July 1995, Laos and Myanmar on 23 July 1,997th, and Cambodia on 30 April 1999. Objectives: The ASEAN Declaration States that The AIMS and purposes of The Association are: (1) to accelerate. the economic growth, social progress and cultural development in the region through joint endeavors in the spirit of equality and partnership in order to strengthen the foundation for a prosperous and peaceful community of Southeast Asian nations, and (2) to promote regional peace and stability through. abiding respect for justice and the rule of law in the relationship among countries in the region and adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter. In 1 995, The ASEAN Heads of State and Government re-affirmed that "Cooperative Peace and Shared Prosperity Shall be The fundamental Goals of ASEAN." Fundamental Principles: The Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) in Southeast Asia, signed at The First ASEAN. Summit on 24 February one thousand nine hundred and seventy-six, declared that in their relations with One another, The High Contracting Parties should be Guided by The following fundamental principles: Mutual Respect for The Independence, Sovereignty, EQUALITY, Territorial Integrity, and National Identity of all Nations; The Right. of Every State to Lead National ITS existence free from external interference, Subversion, or coercion; Non-interference in internal Affairs of The One another; Settlement of Disputes by Peaceful Manner Differences or; renunciation of The Threat or Use of Force; and Effective Cooperation Among themselves. Political Cooperation: The TAC stated that ASEAN political and security Dialogue and Cooperation should AIM to Promote Regional Peace and stability by enhancing Regional resilience. Regional resilience Shall be achieved by cooperating in all Fields based on The principles of Self-confidence, Self-Reliance, Mutual Respect, Cooperation, and Solidarity, which Shall constitute The Foundation for a strong and viable Community of Nations in Southeast Asia. Mostly of. The Major political accords of ASEAN are As follows: ASEAN Declaration, Bangkok, 8 August 1,967th; Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality Declaration, Kuala Lumpur, 27 November 1,971; Declaration of ASEAN Concord, Bali, 24 February one thousand nine hundred and seventy-six; Treaty of Amity and. Cooperation in Southeast Asia, Bali, 24 February one thousand nine hundred seventy-six; ASEAN Declaration on The South China Sea, Manila, 22 July the 1,992th; Treaty on The Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone, Bangkok, 15 December the 1997th; ASEAN Vision the 2020th, Kuala Lumpur,. 15 December one thousand nine hundred and ninety-seven; Declaration on Joint Action to Counter Terrorism, 5 November 2,001; Declaration of ASEAN Concord II, Bali, 7 October in 2003; ASEAN Convention on Counter Terrorism (ACCT), 11 January the 2007th; and Cebu Declaration on The Acceleration of The Establishment of an ASEAN Community by 2015, 11 January 2007. Although ASEAN States cooperate mainly on Economic and Social Issues, The Organization has a security function, with a long-discussed Program for confidence-Building Measures and. for establishing a nuclear-weapon-free zone in Southeast Asia, with the objective of implementing ASEAN's 1971 Declaration on a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN), and a Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ), which would be. a Component of ZOPFAN. Verification and Compliance: The ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) is an important multilateral Forum for political and security Consultations and Cooperation. The ARF has begun to explore activities where there is overlap between confidence-building measures and preventive diplomacy. ASEAN Member States are urged to settle disputes through friendly negotiations applying the procedures of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) of 1976. However, the Member States are not obliged to use the Treaty stipulations for the peaceful settlement of disputes. Case in a State Resorts to The Use of Force, no System of Collective security is foreseen. Developments: the 2,014th: On 2 April, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel Joined The defense ministers from 10 Asia-Pacific Countries for an unofficial Meeting. The purpose of The Meeting was to Strengthen and "rebalance" The Relationship between The United States and ASEAN. On 27 May, The ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crime, Through The Working Group on Cybercrime, finalized a "Roadmap" for ASEAN Members to. combat cybercrime through regional information sharing, capacity building, and enforcement regulation. This was followed by the 9th ASEAN-Japan Counter-Terrorism Dialogue on 29-30 May in Singapore. The Meeting Covered counter-terrorism in a Variety of Fields, including CBRN Explosives and Cyber-terrorism. On August 5-10, The 47th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) in Nay Pyi Taw was Held, Myanmar. In The Meeting, The delegates addressed The Importance of Nuclear nonproliferation, The commitment to Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone and The Cooperation with The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). On 10 November, The 25th ASEAN Summit took Place under Myanmar's Chairmanship. The chairman addressed Concern on The Nuclear nonproliferation and Other Regional Issues and International security. On 13 November, The 9th East Asia Summit (EAS) in Nay Pyi Taw was Held, Myanmar. The Chairmanship expressed their commitment to Preserving Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone As a addressed and Other Issues relevant to disarmament, nonproliferation, Maritime security, and counterterrorism. the 2,013th: On 9 January, Mr. Le Luong Minh of Vietnam assumed The position of ASEAN. Secretary-General. He succeeds Dr. Surin Pitsuwan of Thailand, and His term Expires on 31 December two thousand and seventeen. On 22 January, Malaysia ratified ASEAN Convention on Counter-Terrorism The (ACCT), Making it The Tenth and Final Member of ASEAN to do So. On 12. February, Secretary-General Le Luong Minh made ​​a speech reaffirming the importance of the IAEA safeguards system. He emphasized under The Vital role The IAEA Plays The SEANWFZ and encouraged ASEAN Member-States to cooperate with The IAEA to The fullest. On 19 February, The Chairman of ASEAN issued a Statement expressing Concern over The DPRK's Underground Nuclear test. He Called for Further DPRK to Remember The United Nations Security Council Resolutions ITS Obligations under, and emphasized The Importance of Dialogue in Resolving The tension in The Korean Peninsula. From April 24-25, The 22nd ASEAN Summit in Bandar Seri Begawan took Place, Brunei. . The Group once more reaffirmed support for full implementation of ITS The SEANWFZ and The Denuclearization of The Korean Peninsula. The 46th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting took Place from 27 June-2 July in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam. Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Brunei Darussalum, chaired the meeting. At the meeting, parties adopted the Plan of Action to Strengthen the Implementation of the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free-Zone, which continued to encourage compliance with the SEANFWZ Treaty and cooperation with the IAEA. The Joint Communique Released by The AMM also expressed support for The SEANWFZ Treaty and encouraged transparency in The interests of Nuclear safety. 2 012: On 2 April, Foreign Ministers of ASEAN Member States in Phnom Penh began a Two Day Summit, Cambodia. One of The Key topics is The Planned Rocket Launch by North Korea. On 2 April, in Jakarta, The US Deputy Assistant of State for Strategy and Multilateral Affairs Gave a lecture on US multilateralism and Asia. The lecture was given on the 35th anniversary of US-ASEAN relations, and covered America's role in promoting stability, fostering democracy and human rights, as well as encouraging economic development. It also Covered Issues International and Transnational Crime. On 26 June, ASEAN and The Chinese Government concluded a Two-Day Meeting regarding The implementation of The Declaration on The Conduct of Parties on The East Sea (DOC). The Meeting was intended to Meet The following Goals: Maintaining Peace, stability, Maritime security and safety and Peaceful Settlements of Disputes on The BASIS of International Laws. Enhancing The Relationship between ASEAN and China. On 17 November, Brazil acceded to The Treaty of Amity. and Cooperation (TAC) in Southeast Asia, Making it The First Latin American Country to do So. On November 18, The 21st ASEAN Summit in Phnom Penh took Place, Cambodia. Mr. Le Luong Minh was Appointed As Secretary-General of ASEAN to serve beginning in 2013.The ITS Body reiterated support for a Denuclearized Korean Peninsula and full implementation of The SEANWFZ. in 2011: At The 18th ASEAN Summit, which took Place in May,. President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono of Indonesia called upon member states of ASEAN to lower their dependency on fossil fuels and search for alternative methods to produce energy. Given The Nuclear Catastrophe in Japan, Mr. Yudhoyono stated that Nuclear Energy Needs to be reexamined. On 1 November, China deposited ITS instrument of Ratification of The Third Protocol amending The Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC). On 15 November. , Thailand deposited its instrument of ratification of the Third Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in So.

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ASEAN Membership: 10 States - Brunei Darussalam Cambodia Indonesia Laos,,,,,, Malaysia Myanmar Philippines Singapore,,, Thailand and, Vietnam. 1 Observer - Papua New Guinea.

ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Membership: 27 States - Australia Bangladesh,,, Brunei Darussalam Cambodia Canada China,,,,,,, European Union India Indonesia, Japan Democratic Peoples' Republic, of Korea. Republic of Korea Laos,,Malaysia Myanmar Mongolia,,,,, New Zealand Pakistan Papua New Guinea Philippines Russian Federation,,,,, Singapore Sri Lanka. Thailand Timor, States, Leste United, Vietnam and.

History: ASEAN was established on 8 August 1967 in Bangkok by the five. Original member countries: Indonesia Malaysia Philippines,,,, Singapore and Thailand. Brunei Darussalam joined on 8, January 1984Vietnam on 28, July 1995 Laos and Myanmar on 23 July 1997 and Cambodia, on 30 April 1999.

Objectives: The ASEAN Declaration. States that the aims and purposes of the Association are: (1) to accelerate the, economic growthSocial progress and cultural development in the region through joint endeavors in the spirit of equality and partnership. In order to strengthen the foundation for a prosperous and peaceful community of Southeast, Asian nationsAnd (2) to promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect for justice and the rule of law in the relationship. Among countries in the region and adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter. In 1995 the ASEAN, Heads of. State and Government re-affirmed that "Cooperative peace and shared prosperity shall be the fundamental goals of ASEAN."

Fundamental. Principles:The Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC), in Southeast Asia signed at the First ASEAN Summit on 24, February 1976 declared. That in their relations with, one another the High Contracting Parties should be guided by the following fundamental principles:

Mutual. Respect for the independence sovereignty equality,,,, territorial integrity and national identity of all nations;
.The right of every State to lead its national existence free from external interference subversion or,, coercion;
Non-interference. In the internal affairs of one another;
Settlement of differences or disputes by peaceful manner;
Renunciation of the threat. Or use of force; and
Effective cooperation among themselves.
Political Cooperation:The TAC stated that ASEAN political and security dialogue and cooperation should aim to promote regional peace and stability. By enhancing regional resilience. Regional resilience shall be achieved by cooperating in all fields based on the principles. Of self-confidence self-reliance mutual respect cooperation,,,,, and solidarityWhich shall constitute the foundation for a strong and viable community of nations in Southeast Asia.

Some of the major. Political accords of ASEAN are as follows:

ASEAN, Declaration Bangkok 8 August, 1967;
Zone of Peace Freedom and, Neutrality. ,, Declaration Kuala Lumpur 27 November 1971;
Declaration of, ASEAN Concord Bali 24 February, 1976;
Treaty of Amity and Cooperation. In, Southeast AsiaBali 24 February, 1976;
ASEAN Declaration on the South, China Sea Manila 22 July, 1992;
Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free. ,, Zone Bangkok 15 December 1997;
ASEAN, Vision 2020 Kuala Lumpur 15 December, 1997;
Declaration on Joint Action to Counter. Terrorism 5 November, 2001;
Declaration of ASEAN, Concord II Bali 7 October, 2003;

ASEAN Convention on Counter Terrorism. (ACCT),11 January 2007; and

Cebu Declaration on the Acceleration of the Establishment of an ASEAN Community by 2015 11 January,, 2007.

Although ASEAN States cooperate mainly on economic and social issues the organization, has a, security function with. A long-discussed program for confidence-building measures and for establishing a nuclear-weapon - Free Zone in, Southeast AsiaWith the objective of implementing ASEAN 's 1971 Declaration on a Zone of Peace Freedom and, Neutrality (ZOPFAN), and a. Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ), which would be a component of ZOPFAN.

Verification and Compliance: The. ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) is an important multilateral forum for political and security consultations and cooperation.The ARF has begun to explore activities where there is overlap between confidence-building measures and preventive, diplomacy. ASEAN Member States are urged to settle disputes through friendly negotiations applying the procedures of the Treaty of. Amity and Cooperation (TAC) of 1976. However the Member, States are not obliged to use the Treaty stipulations for the peaceful. Settlement of disputes.In case a State resorts to the use, of force no system of collective security is foreseen.



Developments 2014: On, 2 April. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel joined defense ministers from the 10 Asia-Pacific countries for an unofficial meeting. The. Purpose of the meeting was to strengthen and "rebalance." the relationship between the United States and ASEAN.

On, 27 MayThe ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on, Transnational Crime through the Working Group on Cybercrime finalized a, "roadmap." For ASEAN members to combat cybercrime through regional information, building sharing capacity, enforcement regulation, and. This was followed by the 9th ASEAN-Japan Counter-Terrorism Dialogue on 29-30 May in Singapore.The meeting covered counter-terrorism in a variety of fields including CBRN, explosives and cyber-terrorism.

On, 5-10 August. The 47th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) was held in Nay, Pyi Taw Myanmar. In, the meeting the delegates addressed. The importance of, nuclear nonproliferationThe commitment to Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone and the cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency. (IAEA).

On 10 November the 25th, ASEAN Summit took place under Myanmar 's chairmanship. The chairman addressed the concern. On nuclear nonproliferation and other regional and international security issues.

On, 13 NovemberThe 9th East Asia Summit (EAS) was held in Nay, Pyi Taw Myanmar. The Chairmanship expressed their commitment to preserving. Southeast Asia as a Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone and addressed other issues relevant to disarmament nonproliferation maritime,,, Security and, counterterrorism.

2013: On, 9 January Mr. Le Luong Minh of Vietnam assumed the position of ASEAN, Secretary-General. He succeeds Dr.Surin Pitsuwan, of Thailand and his term expires on 31 December 2017.

On, 22 January Malaysia ratified the ASEAN Convention. On Counter-Terrorism (ACCT), making it the tenth and final member of ASEAN to do so.

On, 12 February Secretary-General. Le Luong Minh made a speech reaffirming the importance of the IAEA safeguards system.He emphasized the vital role the IAEA plays under the SEANWFZ and encouraged ASEAN Member-States to cooperate with the. IAEA to the fullest.

On, 19 February the Chairman of ASEAN issued a statement expressing concern over the DPRK s underground. ' Nuclear test. He further called for the DPRK to remember its obligations under United Nations Security, Council ResolutionsAnd emphasized the importance of dialogue in resolving the tension in the Korean Peninsula.

From 24-25 April the 22nd,, ASEAN Summit took place in Bandar, Seri Begawan Brunei. The group once more reaffirmed its support for full implementation. Of the SEANWFZ and the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula.

The 46th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting took place from 27 June-2. July in Bandar, Seri BegawanBrunei Darussalam. Prince, Mohamed Bolkiah Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of, Brunei Darussalum chaired the meeting.? At the meeting parties adopted, the Plan of Action to Strengthen the Implementation of the Treaty on the Southeast Asia. Nuclear Weapon-Free-Zone which continued, to encourage compliance with the SEANFWZ Treaty and cooperation with the IAEA.The Joint Communique released by the AMM also expressed support for the SEANWFZ Treaty and encouraged transparency in the. Interests of nuclear safety.

2012: On 2 April Foreign Ministers, of ASEAN Member States began a two day summit in Phnom. Penh Cambodia. One, of the key topics is the planned rocket launch by North Korea.

On 2 April, in Jakarta, the U.S.Deputy Assistant of State for Strategy and Multilateral Affairs gave a lecture on U.S. Multilateralism and Asia. The lecture. Was given on the 35th anniversary of, U.S.-ASEAN relations and covered America 's role in, promoting stability fostering. Democracy and human rights as well, as encouraging economic development. It also covered international issues and transnational. Crime.

On, 26 JuneASEAN and the Chinese government concluded a two-day meeting regarding the implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct. Of Parties on the East Sea (DOC). The meeting was intended to meet the following goals:

Maintaining peace stability maritime,,, Security and safety and peaceful settlements of disputes on the basis of international laws.
Enhancing the relationship. Between ASEAN and China.
.On 17 November Brazil acceded, to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC), in Southeast Asia making it the first Latin. American country to do so.

On, 18 November the 21st ASEAN Summit took place in, Phnom Penh Cambodia. Mr. Le Luong Minh. Was appointed to serve as Secretary-General of ASEAN beginning in 2013.The body reiterated its support for a denuclearized Korean Peninsula and full implementation of the SEANWFZ.

2011: At. The 18th, ASEAN Summit which took place in May President Susilo, Bambang Yudhoyono of Indonesia called upon Member States. Of ASEAN to lower their dependency on fossil fuels and search for alternative methods to produce energy. Given the nuclear. Catastrophe, in Japan Mr.Yudhoyono stated that nuclear energy needs to be reexamined.

On 1 November China deposited, its instrument of ratification. Of the Third Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC).

On 15 November Thailand deposited,, Its instrument of ratification of the Third Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in So.