ASEAN

[ah-see-ahn, ah-zee‐]

noun

1. Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

ASEAN

/ ˈæsɪˌæn /

acronym

1. Association of Southeast Asian Nations

Example Sentences

Canada is exploring a free trade agreement with ASEAN.

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In one exchange, Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., asked the National Guard vet “how many members are in ASEAN?” referring to the alliance of Southeast Asian nations.

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Lee praised Widodo’s vision and leadership, saying he raised ASEAN’s standing in international affairs and brought stability and progress to Indonesia and the entire region.

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Laos, the bloc’s poorest nation, took over ASEAN’s rotating leadership from Indonesia this year and is pursuing a theme of enhancing connectivity and resilience.

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The three-day summit, which is being hosted in Melbourne to mark 50 years since Australia became ASEAN’s first external partner, ends Wednesday.

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