THE ROLES OF ASEAN IN BUILDING A STRATEGIC EQUILIBRIUM WITH MAJOR POWERS TO STRENGTHEN SUSTAINABLE STABILITY, AND MARITIME SECURITY IN THE REGION
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.33172/jdp.v9i3.14513Abstract
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was founded in 1967 with a commitment to fostering socio-economic development and regional stability in Southeast Asia. Over the years, ASEAN has maintained its dedication to peace, stability, and mutual development amidst a changing geopolitical landscape. This article explores ASEAN's pivotal role in establishing a strategic equilibrium with major global powers to ensure sustainable stability and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region. To analyze ASEAN's role, the research methodology section explains the qualitative research approach used in this study. The primary objective of this research is to elucidate the strategies and mechanisms ASEAN employs to strike a balance with major powers. The discussion section delves into the strategic environment and challenges in Southeast Asia, covering maritime security, environmental vulnerabilities, and issues like drug trafficking and cybercrime. ASEAN's geopolitics are examined, highlighting the region's economic growth and its role as a focal point for strategic rivalry among major global powers. The Indo-Pacific dynamics, particularly ASEAN-China economic relations, and the Belt and Road Initiative, are discussed, emphasizing their implications for maritime security. The conclusion that can be drawn from this paper is ASEAN's role in building strategic balance with major countries to strengthen sustainable stability and maritime security in the region.References
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