ASEAN: Resources

ASEAN UP is a website designed to empower business in Southeast Asia by compiling a wide variety of resources pertaining to the ASEAN trade bloc. This site includes an ASEAN business directory, business resources for each country in ASEAN, and guest blog opportunities in ASEAN. Latest news, events, and data regarding ASEAN are also available on the site.

Written by the Korean Minjok Leadership Academy, this site offers an in-depth approach to the history leading up to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the developments once ASEAN was created, and the dilemmas they face. 

This is the official website of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), which provides detailed information about ASEAN including an overview, member states, structure, and external relations. The official annual report, latest news, and other valuable resources are also available.

The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides insight into the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) from an Australian standpoint. The site includes an ASEAN fact sheet, Australians' relationship with ASEAN, declarations from the ASEAN-Australian dialogue, and other related documents available in PDF.

Global Affairs Canada provides insight into the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) from a Canadian standpoint. The site provides information for market opportunities in key industries, government support, and market access.

The International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL) provides a thorough report on the legal structure of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as well as links to declarations, charters, and legal documents throughout ASEAN’s history. The site also provides information on human rights and civil society participation. PDF version available.

Provided by Deloitte, this publication provides a look into the establishment of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and its potential impact on international business. Information includes general economic information on the ASEAN countries, the agenda for the AEC, a timeline of implementation, and lists of the achievements and ultimate goals for the community.

The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) insights page provided by Deloitte offers a thorough description of the AEC and how it impacts businesses around the world. A brochure is available for download that provides key statistics, important milestones, and a look at what is to come for the future of AEC. 

The U.S. Department of State, responsible for international relations of the United States, offers information pertaining to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The site provides a thorough overview of ASEAN, a chronological report of publications, and ASEAN’s relations with the United States.

The US-Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Business Council advocates United States corporations within ASEAN. The council aims to lead business missions to key economies and convenes meetings with ASEAN heads of state and ministers. The site provides knowledge on key industries for U.S. businesses including customs, defense and security, energy, financial services, food and agriculture, health and life sciences, as well as technology.