"Asean is obviously a very important association for us. Over the past 30 years Asean has made great strides in regional cooperation covering a number of areas, although recently it has been under strain because of the financial crisis and other challenges"
- Hassanal Bolkiah
About this Quote
This quote by Hassanal Bolkiah highlights the value of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to the region. He acknowledges the progress made by ASEAN over the past 30 years in locations such as local cooperation, however also acknowledges the strain it has been under recently due to the financial crisis and other difficulties. This quote reveals that ASEAN is an important part of the region which its members are committed to its success. It likewise reveals that the members are aware of the challenges that ASEAN faces and are willing to interact to conquer them. This quote is a testimony to the importance of ASEAN and its members' dedication to its success.
This quote is written / told by Hassanal Bolkiah somewhere between July 15, 1946 and today. He/she was a famous Statesman.
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