Question Q.10GS2GS2
"ASEAN is the cornerstone of India's Act East Policy and its Indo-Pacific vision." Elucidate.
Main Body
ASEAN refers to the multi-lateral Organisation formed in 1967 with Bangkok agreement.
ASEANCornerstone of India's Act East Policy and Indo-pacific vision
1Boosting Connectivity: [E.g.] IMT Trilateral highway.
2Strategic Partnership with Indo-pacific Countries: [E.g.] Export of BRAHMOS to Philippines.
3Strengthen Trade Relationship in region → [E.g.] 44 Billion Trade with ASEAN members
4Regional Integration: [E.g.] World Bank Report → South Asia is the least integrated region.
5People to People Ties: of Hinduism, Buddhism, Indian Diaspora.
6Securing investment and FDI: Singapore is one of the top 10 investors in India.
7Freeing Sea Lanes of communication: India's support to Philippines in South China Sea issue.
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Conclusion
Thus, India must strengthen and deepen its relations with ASEAN through updating India-ASEAN FTA.
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Diagram
Diagram showing 10 Members of ASEAN: Vietnam, Singapore, Brunei, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand
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Topper
GAURAV CHOPRA
AIR 832025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
India and its Neighborhood - Relations
ASEAN Relations
Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific Vision
Writing Stats
125
Total words
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