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APEC, founded in 1989, promotes free trade and economic integration among 21 Pacific Rim economies, driving innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
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.
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 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 EITI, launched in 2002, drives transparency in extractive industries across 50+ nations, uniting stakeholders to ensure resources benefit all. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 11 (G-11), formed in 2006 by developing nations, aims to bridge the income gap with richer countries through cooperation and global economic reform. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 15 (G-15), founded in 1989, unites developing nations to promote economic cooperation and act as a political voice within the Non-Aligned Movement. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 20 (G-20), founded in 1999, unites major economies to discuss and address global economic stability, growth, and development challenges. 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.
The Indian Ocean is the no. 3rd contiguous open water surface on earth. It has a huge, 26,469,500 square mile (68,556,000 square km) area and 13,002 square feet (3,963 square meters) average depth. The Indian Ocean’s greatest known depth is 24,46 feet (7,455 meters), which can be found at Sunda Trench.
Location: Southeast Asia Official name: Republic of Indonesia Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1949 / 1999 Capital city: Jakarta Population: 232 million / 335 people per sq mile (129 people per sq km) Total land area: 741,096 square miles (1,919,440 square km) Language(s) spoken: Javanese, Sundanese, Madurese, Bahasa Indonesia (official …
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.