Which one of the following countries is not a member of ASEAN?

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Q: 4 (IES/2016)

Which one of the following countries is not a member of ASEAN?

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General Knowledge

question_exam: 

IES

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{'asean': [0, 0, 10, 6], 'thailand': [0, 0, 2, 2], 'indonesia': [1, 0, 1, 0], 'south korea': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'vietnam': [1, 1, 15, 20], 'countries': [1, 0, 2, 6]}

The correct answer is option 2: South Korea.

ASEAN, which stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is a regional intergovernmental organization in Southeast Asia. It was founded in 1967 with the primary goal of promoting economic growth, social progress, and cultural development among its member countries.

Option 1: Indonesia is a member of ASEAN. It is the largest country in Southeast Asia and plays a significant role in the regional organization.

Option 3: Thailand is also a member of ASEAN. It has been a member since 1967 and actively participates in various initiatives and programs.

Option 4: Vietnam is a member of ASEAN. It joined the organization in 1995 and has since benefited from regional cooperation and integration.

Alert - The correct answer should be 2: South Korea. South Korea is not a member of ASEAN. While it has close economic ties with the region and participates in various ASEAN-related forums, it is not a full member of the organization.