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THE PRESENT-DAY FRAMEWORK of international relations includes quite a few regional organizations, which have proved their value and efficiency. There is among them, however, one that has always been holding a special place - namely, the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN), which was established in 1967 and in the fifty years of its existence has not only successfully confirmed its viability but has also been able to become a focal point for strengthening broad international cooperation, involving the participation of practically all leading world powers.
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