The Major Objective of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations

question 66

Multiple Choice

The major objective of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is to ________.

• A) approach the European Union to resolve disputes between member countries
• B) safeguard the region's economic and political stability
• C) introduce barriers to trade and investment
• D) increase members' tariff rates from an average of 7.5 percent to 15 percent

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