ASEAN

American

[ah-see-ahn, ah-zee‐] / ˈɑ siˌɑn, ˈɑ zi‐ /

noun

Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

ASEAN British

/ ˈæsɪˌæn /

acronym

Association of Southeast Asian Nations

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Canada is exploring a free trade agreement with ASEAN.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025

Indonesia’s strategic location also gives it geopolitical significance, and as a member of several international organizations, including the United Nations, G20 and ASEAN, it plays a key role in regional and global affairs.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 12, 2024

"ASEAN can only steam forward in full power if we can ensure a peaceful and lasting solution in Myanmar," she said.

From Reuters • Sep. 4, 2023

While skipping ASEAN, Biden will fly to Asia for the G20 summit in India, then visit Vietnam to elevate ties.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 3, 2023

In a statement Tuesday, however, Indonesia, which holds the rotating chair of ASEAN, said the exercise is now being planned for the waters of South Natuna, just outside the nine-dash line.

From Washington Times • Jun. 20, 2023

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