IISS' Connelly on Blinken's SE Asia Trip

The video discusses the US's efforts to repair relationships with ASEAN nations under the Biden administration, highlighting the challenges in establishing a trade agenda in Southeast Asia. It explores the influence of China in the region and the US's need for a strategic economic plan. The video also addresses the complex situation in Myanmar and the US's role in regional groupings like the Quad and AUKUS, emphasizing the importance of ASEAN in setting geopolitical agendas.

What was a significant issue with U.S. engagement in Southeast Asia during the Trump administration?

• Increased military presence

• Frequent visits to Southeast Asia

• Lack of attendance at key summits

• Strong trade agreements

What is a major internal debate within the Democratic Party regarding trade in Asia?

• The impact of trade deals on social justice

• The importance of environmental policies

• Whether to increase military aid

• The need for more cultural exchanges

How are trade and China's influence in Southeast Asia connected?

• Trade agreements weaken China's influence

• Trade is unrelated to China's influence

• China's economic power draws Southeast Asia closer

• China's military presence is the main concern

What role did Indonesia and Malaysia play regarding Myanmar in ASEAN meetings?

• They remained neutral

• They opposed any action against Myanmar

• They pushed for Myanmar's exclusion from meetings

• They supported Myanmar's military regime

Why has the U.S. sought other venues like the Quad for regional engagement?

• ASEAN was seen as ineffective

• The Quad offers better trade opportunities

• ASEAN is too focused on military issues

• The Quad is a cultural alliance