The relationship between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China is creating incredible bonds and a symbiotic understanding that will further promote solutions regarding the international economic crisis. It also serves to to maintain stability in all Asian countries, something that current Prime Minister of Singapore, LeeHsien Loong stated at a conference a couple of days ago. This is no doubt a reflection of his mentor and predecessor to his title, who also happens to be his father, Lee Kuan Yew. The former Prime Minister has stated on many occasions the inter-relation between a countries survival in the international climate, and the allies and ‘friends’ the country has made along the way. These shared concerns between administrations serve to not only bring the various leaders together but, businesses such as the luxury Singapore travel and tourism industry, and the people living in those countries as well. And not only ideological ties are created but financial ones too.
One major ideological tie is that of Trades in Goods Agreement, the terms of this agreement and those of other agreements made during the new millennium, ensure not only continued cooperation between the countries of Southeast Asia, but in communication on a regular basis between the countries and their leaders. Lee states that this is a condition that must endure for future economic stability and progress, and is quite responsible for the maintenance of peace as well. China has also entered into a treaty that commits all involved to promoting cooperation, peace and friendship between the regions, ensuring resolutions to conflicts in peaceful and responsible ways. What is starting amongst the Asian communities is growing strong and Prime Minister Lee hopes that in the future, other countries will become involved. South Korea and Japan have joined Singapore and China in this mission.
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