The 2021 Myanmar coup has exposed ASEAN’s limitations in responding effectively to regional crises, particularly due to its consensus-based decision-making process and the slow implementation of the Five-Point Consensus. This paper examines ASEAN’s decision-making framework under the ASEAN Charter and evaluates its effectiveness in addressing the Myanmar crisis. It argues that ASEAN needs t…
Water diplomacy can become a strategic foreign policy priority by strengthening sustainable water governance, regional cooperation, and international engagement. Establishing an Inter-Agency Working Group on Water Issues can improve coordination, policy coherence, and monitoring across bilateral, regional, and multilateral forums. A clear Plan of Action and Roadmap can further guide cross-secto…
This book presents a comprehensive overview of the establishment, growth, and achievements of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) during its first two decades since its founding in 1967. It documents key political, economic, and socio-cultural developments, major agreements, ministerial meetings, and collaborative programs among member states. The publication highlights ASEAN’s…
This book examines the political dynamics and intra-regional interactions among India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh in South Asia. P. K. Mishra analyzes India’s central role in shaping regional relations, focusing on historical, political, and strategic factors that influence cooperation and conflict. The study highlights bilateral issues, regional power asymmetry, and the evolution of Sou…
The ASEAN Regional Forum by Rodolfo C. Severino provides an in-depth analysis of the origins, development, and role of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) as a key platform for dialogue and cooperation on security issues in the Asia-Pacific region. The book examines the ARF’s objectives, mechanisms, and evolution in addressing regional peace and stability, including discussions on confidence-build…