RTN4 - Unit 11: ASEAN

What is the primary comparison made to highlight the success of ASEAN’s strategic diplomacy?

• The peaceful coexistence of Malaysia and Singapore

• The economic growth of China and Japan

• The military strength of the United States and Russia

• The technological advancements in South Korea and Taiwan

How did ASEAN respond to the 2007 shootings of monks in Myanmar?

• They expelled Myanmar from ASEAN

• They issued a joint statement condemning the violence, including Myanmar’s agreement

• They ignored the incident

• They imposed economic sanctions on Myanmar

What is a significant outcome of ASEAN’s strategic diplomacy mentioned in the text?

• The rapid industrialization of Southeast Asia

• The creation of a neutral zone for great-power engagement

• The formation of a single Southeast Asian currency

• The establishment of a Southeast Asian military alliance

Why is ASEAN’s neutrality considered crucial in the context of Sino–US geopolitical competition?

• It allows ASEAN to mediate conflicts impartially

• It ensures ASEAN’s dominance in global politics

• It aligns ASEAN with the United States

• It aligns ASEAN with China

The term "ASEAN Zen master" in the context of ASEAN’s strategic diplomacy most likely refers to:

Despite its many imperfections, what has ASEAN achieved according to the article?

• Linear and rapid progress

• An isolationist foreign policy

• Tangible forward progress over the long term

• A strictly economic union

What mechanism within ASEAN helps in maintaining regional stability?

• Majority voting on decisions

• • Bilateral treaties between member states

• Consensus and consultation practices

• Economic sanctions against non-compliant members

How has ASEAN's diplomatic strategy influenced the larger Asia Pacific region?

• By fostering economic competition

• By promoting military alliances

• By creating a framework that moderates aggressive impulses

• By isolating non-democratic countries

How does ASEAN handle disagreements among its member states?

• By expelling dissenting members

• By allowing vetoes and promoting dialogue to reach a consensus

• By taking issues to the International Court of Justice

• By ignoring the disagreements

What is a key reason for ASEAN’s ability to maintain its centrality and importance in the region?

• Its economic dominance over other regions

• Its policy of neutrality in great-power conflicts

• Its military superiority

• Its focus on cultural homogeneity