ASEAN began with five member countries. Which set correctly lists those original members?

ASEAN began with five member countries. Which set correctly lists those original members?

• A. Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand
• B. Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, and Malaysia
• C. China, India, Australia, New Zealand, and Philippines
• D. United States, Canada, Mexico, Peru, and Chile

Answer: (A)

ASEAN was formed in 1967 by five Southeast Asian nations to promote regional cooperation and stability. The country lineup that reflects those original members is Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. These five founded the association under the Bangkok Declaration, setting the stage for economic growth and political collaboration in the region. Other choices include countries outside Southeast Asia or later entrants, so they don’t match the original founding group.

ASEAN was formed in 1967 by five Southeast Asian nations to promote regional cooperation and stability. The country lineup that reflects those original members is Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. These five founded the association under the Bangkok Declaration, setting the stage for economic growth and political collaboration in the region. Other choices include countries outside Southeast Asia or later entrants, so they don’t match the original founding group.