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The ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), established in 1994, fosters dialogue and cooperation on political and security issues among 27 members, promoting peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Location: South Asia Official name: People’s Republic of Bangladesh Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1971 / 1971 Capital city: Dhaka Population: 164 million / 3180 people per sq mile (1228 people per sq km) Total land area: 55,598 square miles (144,000 square km) Language(s) spoken: Bengali (official language), Urdu, Chakma, …
BIMSTEC, established in 1997, fosters regional cooperation in trade, connectivity, and development among Bay of Bengal nations, bridging South and Southeast Asia. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Colombo Plan, established in 1951, promotes economic and social development in Asia and the Pacific. With 27 member nations, it focuses on regional cooperation, technical assistance, and capacity building. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 56 nations established in 1931 to foster cooperation and shared values. Spanning six continents, it promotes democracy, development, and cultural exchange. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Community of Democracies (CD), established in 2000, promotes and upholds democratic principles through cooperation among its member states. It focuses on free elections, the rule of law, and civil society empowerment. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 77 (G-77), formed in 1964, unites developing countries to promote economic cooperation, equitable trade, and collective negotiation in global forums. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
(LDCs) The world’s poorer countries.
Population estimates from the US Bureau of the Census are based on statistics from population censuses, vital statistics registration systems, or sample surveys about the recent past and assumptions about future trends.