Historical Events tagged with "regional cooperation"

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Politics & Government

Formation of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation

December 8th, 1985 39 years ago

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was established in December 1985 during a summit held in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This organization aimed to promote regional integration, economic and cultural cooperation among South Asian nations. The founding members included Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Maldives, highlighting the need for enhanced collaboration in a region often marked by conflict. The summit officially launched SAARC with a vision to foster peace and prosperity in South Asia.

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Brunei Joins ASEAN as Sixth Member

January 7th, 1984 41 years ago

On July 1, 1984, Brunei officially joined the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as its sixth member. This momentous event marked an important expansion of the regional bloc, which was originally established in 1967. Brunei's accession represented not only a commitment to regional cooperation but also an opportunity to enhance political and economic ties among Southeast Asian nations. The formalities of joining were celebrated in Brunei's capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, highlighting the country's aspirations for collaboration and development in the region.

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Creation of ECOWAS by West African nations

May 28th, 1975 49 years ago

Fifteen West African countries signed the Treaty of Lagos, establishing the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This landmark agreement aimed to promote economic integration and collaboration among member states, enhancing trade relationships and fostering regional stability. The treaty was signed in Lagos, Nigeria, as a response to the growing need for cooperative development among West African nations, particularly in the wake of colonialism and ongoing economic challenges.

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Oman Becomes a Member of Arab League

September 29th, 1971 53 years ago

Oman was officially welcomed as the 11th member of the Arab League during a summit held in Cairo. The addition of Oman indicated the country's increasing engagement with Arab nations and its commitment to collaborative efforts in political, economic, and cultural initiatives within the region.

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Establishment of the Organization of American States

April 30th, 1948 76 years ago

In Bogotá, Colombia, the Organization of American States (OAS) was established to promote regional cooperation and democracy among its member states. Delegates from 21 countries came together to sign the Charter of the OAS, setting forth principles aimed at fostering peace, justice, solidarity, and collaboration. The organization was born from the desire for collective security and economic integration in response to political upheavals and conflicts in the Americas during the mid-20th century.

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