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A resolution supporting ASEAN Centrality in the Indo-Pacific Region.

3/13/2024, 4:40 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 141

Bill 118 S.Res. 141 is a resolution that expresses support for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Centrality in the Indo-Pacific Region. The resolution highlights the importance of ASEAN in promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the region. It recognizes ASEAN's efforts to enhance regional cooperation and integration, as well as its commitment to upholding the rules-based international order.

The resolution also emphasizes the United States' strong partnership with ASEAN and its commitment to promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region. It calls for continued engagement with ASEAN member states to address shared challenges, such as maritime security, economic development, and human rights.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 141 underscores the significance of ASEAN's role in the Indo-Pacific region and reaffirms the United States' support for ASEAN Centrality in promoting regional peace and prosperity.

Congressional Summary of SRES 141

This resolution affirms the centrality of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in peace, security, and stability between countries in the Indo-Pacific region.

Promoting deepening cooperation between ASEAN member states, the resolution supports several accomplishments by ASEAN and its member states, including the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific, the 10th anniversary of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative, and Indonesia on its successful leadership as chair of the G20 (an international forum consisting of 19 countries, the European Union, and the African Union) and United States-ASEAN country coordinator in 2022.

The resolution also encourages ASEAN to play an active role in ending violence in Burma and supports the Burmese people in their quest for democracy, peace, and reconciliation.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 141

Bill SRES 141 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill SRES 141 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023.  Bill SRES 141's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1097) as of March 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 141

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 141

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 141

A resolution supporting ASEAN Centrality in the Indo-Pacific Region.
A resolution supporting ASEAN Centrality in the Indo-Pacific Region.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 141

Jeff Merkley
Jeff Merkley
OregonDemocrat
Chris Van Hollen
Chris Van Hollen
MarylandDemocrat

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