KERJASAMA NEGARA-NEGARA ASIA TENGGARA DALAM ASEAN DAN ME ASEAN

Abstract

ABSTRACT

Southeast Asian regional cooperation through ASEAN emerged as a response to political, social, and economic challenges in the region. This study examines the dynamics of cooperation among member countries by highlighting four main aspects: the background to ASEAN's formation, the objectives of cooperation, political and economic obstacles, and ASEAN-China relations through ACFTA and the development of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC). The study uses a descriptive method with literature studies from various academic sources. The analysis shows that ASEAN was formed to address post-colonial instability and promote peace, stability, and economic development. However, the implementation of cooperation is often hampered by differences in national interests, colonial legacies, border conflicts, and economic inequality.