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29GA/2008/Pol/01

RESOLUTION ON

AIPA’S ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION

TO THE ASEAN CHARTER

The Twenty-Ninth General Assembly:

Recalling the Resolution of the 28^th AIPA GA on enhancing AIPA’s role and contribution to the ASEAN Charter;

Welcoming the signing of the ASEAN Charter at the 13^th ASEAN Summit in Singapore as a landmark achievement, articulating a legal and institutional framework as well as a vision of ASEAN as a grouping bound by geography, common hopes and a shared destiny;

Supportive of ASEAN’s purpose to promote a people-oriented ASEAN Community in which all sectors are encouraged to participate;

Welcoming the completion of ratification of the ASEAN Charter by Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore and Vietnam, and the strong commitment by all ASEAN member countries to complete its ratification by the 14^th ASEAN Summit in Bangkok;

Resolves to:

Reinforce the key role of ASEAN Parliamentarians in advancing regional integration for the benefit of the peoples of ASEAN;

Urge the expeditious ratification of the ASEAN Charter with a view to its entry into force by the 14^th ASEAN Summit in December 2008;

Uphold the purposes and principles of the ASEAN Charter;

Support the implementation of the ASEAN Charter through the formulation and promulgation of national legislation in conformity with the Charter;

Foster a rules-based regime in ASEAN under the Charter;

Uphold the principles of democracy, human rights and the rule of law; and

Increase awareness of the Charter among ASEAN legislators and at the national level.

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Res 29GA/2008/Pol/02

RESOLUTION ON

STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY, PROMOTION, AND PROTECTION

OF HUMAN RIGHTS

The Twenty-Ninth General Assembly:

Recalling the ASEAN Charter particularly its purposes and principles and the decision to establish ASEAN Community by 2015 as stated in the Bali Concord II

Convinced that respect for human rights is not only a fundamental value in itself but also essential to developing stable, democratic and prosperous societies that are capable of living together in peace an harmony;

Mindful that the full enjoyment of human rights empowers human beings to shape their lives based on liberty, equality and respect for human dignity, and must be safeguarded by every ASEAN member country;

Underlining the need to establish an ASEAN human rights body as mandated by the ASEAN Charter stipulated in article 14 which was agreed in the 13^th ASEAN Summit in Singapore in November 2007;

Welcoming the establishment of the High Level Panel on an ASEAN human rights body;

Stressing the important roles of AIPA Member Parliaments as legitimate representatives of the ASEAN people in strengthening democratization in regional institutions and furthering the promotion and protection of human rights;

Recognizing the importance of building the capacity of citizens through democracy and human rights education, as human and social capital are the driving forces and key elements in the democratization process;

Hereby resolves to:

Support the efforts to promote and protect Human Rights in ASEAN as a part of collective responsibility and obligation toward establishing the ASEAN Community by 2015;

Endorse the decision to establish an ASEAN human rights body as stipulated by the ASEAN Charter as well as the establishment of the ASEAN Commission on the promotion and protection of the rights of women and children and the elaboration of an ASEAN instrument on the promotion and protection of the rights of migrant workers;

Reaffirm that parliamentary democracy can only be truly meaningful if women are provided equal rights and opportunities to be represented in parliament, and strongly urge ASEAN member countries and AIPA member Parliaments to ensure that such equality is achieved within the Millennium Development Goals Framework;

Call on AIPA Member Parliaments to work for democracy based on the freely expressed will of the people through open, transparent, free and fair elections to choose their own representatives, and in this context, build a knowledge-based society in order to support the practice of democracy;

Strongly urge all AIPA Member to extend their full support to work towards the establishment of the ASEAN human rights body, and encourage the contribution of all relevant stakeholders in this regard;

Recommend to include the topic on the promotion and protection of Human Rights in ASEAN as part of the Agenda of the 30^th AIPA General Assembly.

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ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly

The 28^th General Assembly

19 – 24 August 2007, Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Res. 28GA/2007/Pol-01

RESOLUTION

ADOPTING THE REPORT OF THE PHILIPPINE DELEGATION

ON THE 12^TH ASEAN SUMMIT HELD IN CEBU CITY,

PHILIPPINES ON 13 JANUARY 2007

The Twenty-Eighth General Assembly;

Cognizant of the 12 ASEAN Summit held last 13 January 2007 in Cebu City, Philippines;

Mindful of the theme of the summit, “One Caring and Sharing Community,” which underscored the desire of the Philippines to advance the sense of community and common interests in ASEAN in terms of social justice, economic development and common security;

Noting the significant role of the 12^th ASEAN Summit in enhancing the effectiveness and dedication of ASEAN in achieving its goals and objectives which are embodied in the report of the Philippine Delegation;

Resolves to:

Adopt the report of the Philippine Delegation on the 12^th ASEAN summit held in Cebu City, Philippines;

Take Note of the documents signed, noted and adopted by the leaders and ministers during the summit.

Adopted this 23rd day of August, 2007 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly

The 28^th General Assembly

19 – 24 August 2007, Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Res. 28GA/2007/Pol-02

RESOLUTION

THE HIGH LEVEL TASK FORCE REPORT ON

THE ASEAN CHARTER

The Twenty-Eighth General Assembly of AIPA:

Being cognizant that AIPA will ultimately assume the role of ASEAN Parliament,

Recognizes that the interest of all levels of society should he provided for under the ASEAN Charter to realize the creation of a people-centered regional organization as envisioned by the leadership of ASEAN;

Acknowledges that the active participation of non-governmental entities throughout the region is paramount, in the fulfillment of ASEAN processes vis-à-vis the ASEAN Charter;

Believes that there is no intention to relegate the position and status of AIPA equivalent to that of non-governmental stakeholders in spite of its being clustered synonymously with these entities, as stipulated in the draft of the ASEAN Charter drawn up by the Eminent Persons Group.

Resolves to:

Adopt the report of the High Level Task Force at its dialogue session with AIPA on the Drafting of the ASEAN Charter in Penang, Malaysia, on 17 May 2007.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly

The 28^th General Assembly

19 – 24 August 2007, Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Res. 28GA/2007/Pol-03

RESOLUTION

THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AIPA CAUCUS

The Twenty-Eighth General Assembly:

Recalling Resolution 26 GA/2005/Org/06 on the Work Program for the first year of operation of the AIPO Ad Hoc Committee on the Transformation of AIPO into a more effective and closely integrated institution which among others recommended that the Ad Hoc Committee shall formulate the terms of reference for common legislative initiatives and institutionalize a regular interaction between AIPO and ASEAN;

Recalling further Resolution 27 GA/O6/Soc/02 on Cooperation in Fighting Diseases as the first test case toward the realization of common legislative initiatives;

Recognizing the need for establishing a permanent mechanism to develop common legislative initiatives and establish regular interaction among AIPA Member Countries as well as between AIPA and ASEAN;

Resolves to establish the AIPA Caucus as a mechanism for Member Countries to utilize linkages, promote information sharing and exchanges with the mandate to develop common legislative initiatives with the objective of the harmonization of AIPA legislations;

Recommends that the membership of the AIPA Caucus shall consist of a core group of not more than three Members of Parliament from each Member Country, one representative each from Special Observer Countries, the Secretary-General of AJPA and one official each from the respective AIPA National Secretariats;

Agrees that the AIPA Caucus shall meet as often as necessary as directed by the President of AIPA and the outcome thereof including its recommendations, presented to the Executive Committee for the consideration and adoption of the General Assembly;

Further agrees that AIPA Member Countries take turn on a rotational basis and in alphabetical order to host the AIPA Caucus, and that Member Countries shall meet the traveling and accommodation costs of their respective representatives while the host country would he responsible for providing only the conference facilities.

Inter-Parliament Assembly

The 28^th General Assembly

19 – 24 August 2007, Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Res. 28GA/2007/Pol-04

RESOLUTION

ON

HARMONIZATION OF LAWS TO COMBAT THE DRUG MENACE

The Twenty-Eighth General Assembly:

Recalling Resolution No. Res. 22/GA/2001/Soc/02 of the 22^nd AIPO General Assembly which established the AIPA Fact-Finding Committee (AIFOCOM) to combat the drug menace, involving narcotics and psychotropic substances;

Noting that AIFOCOM has become a permanent institution for the Member Countries of AIPA as well as ASOD in the sharing of a common vision, the exchange of information and experiences and the enhancement of coordination through dialogue on how to pursue a Drug Free ASEAN 2015.

Being concerned that despite vigorous programmes of action undertaken by the Governments of ASEAN to combat and totally eradicate the illegal trafficking of drugs and their ill effects, the drug menace remains unabated and in fact is even on the rise;

Realizing that the fight against illegal drug trafficking can only be totally won if the demand for illegal drugs is reduced by waging an intense drug awareness campaign in all ASEAN countries;

Recognizing the importance of legislation and parliaments in contributing to the prevention and prosecution of trafficking of drugs and the need for harmonized legislation to combat the drug menace;

Hereby resolves to:

Agree that AIFOCOM undertake to make an assessment of existing legal frameworks in ASEAN Countries to combat the drug menace.

Further agree that AIFOCOM shall from now on give due importance to developing common legislative initiative to realize the objective of harmonized legislations on combating the drug menace in the ASEAN countries.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly

The 28^th General Assembly

19 – 24 August 2007, Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Res. 28GA/2007/Pol-05

RESOLUTION

ON

THE HARMONIZATION OF LAWS TO COMBAT TRAFFICKING

IN PERSONS

The Twenty-Eighth General Assembly:

Recalling the AIPO 23^rd General Assembly resolution on Combating Trafficking in Women, the 25^th General Assembly Resolution on the Role of the Parliamentarians in Combating Trafficking of Women and Children and the 26^th General Assembly Resolution on Legal Cooperation to Combat Trafficking in Women and Children;

Further recalling that Resolution No. 27GA/06/Soc/01 on Legal Cooperation to Combat Trafficking in Persons adopted at the 27^th General Assembly resolved to establish an AIPO Expert Working Group that consists of representatives of AIPA members, special observers and other relevant parties which will be tasked with the following:

(i) assessing existing legal framework through common tools;

(ii) developing a regional strategy on legal cooperation including information exchange and capacity building to prevent and combat trafficking in persons; and

(iii) to report the above to the 28^th AIPA General Assembly

Underlining the seriousness and urgency of the problem of trafficking in persons in ASEAN countries the victims of which now also include men and not only women and children;

Recognizing some successes in fighting against trafficking in persons through the existing close cooperation among ASEAN Countries.

Further recognizing the urged need for parliamentarians to complement current efforts in combating trafficking in persons;

Hereby resolves to:

Urge that the AIPO Expert Working Group as proposed in Resolution No. 27GA/06/Soc/01 on Legal Cooperation in Combat Trafficking in Persons adopted at the 27^th General Assembly be immediately set up;

Agree that the AIPO Expert Working Group on Legal Cooperation to Combat Trafficking in Persons that would soon be established should be given the added task of developing the necessary common legislative initiatives for the realization of harmonized legislations to combat the trafficking of persons.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly

The 28^th General Assembly

19 – 24 August 2007, Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Res. 28GA/2007/Pol-06

RESOLUTION

ON

REGIONAL MARITIME SECURITY AND ANTI-PIRACY COOPERATION

The Twenty-Eighth General Assembly:

Recognizes that maritime security is an indispensable and fundamental condition for the welfare, stability and economic security of the ASEAN region;

Acknowledges that piracy poses a threat to national and regional economic growth and promotes trans-border organized crime;

Recognizes that maritime piracy may also indirectly contribute to environmental catastrophe;

Conscious of the fragile state of cooperation among the enforcement agencies of the ASEAN littoral states, inadequate equipments for expediting the process of apprehending perpetrators and the lack of concerted efforts for the enforcement of laws and tasked with procedures regarding maritime offences;

Acknowledges the necessity to undertake wider regional efforts to combat piracy and other maritime treats connected by promoting greater coordination all relevant maritime agencies;

Thereby Resolves to:

Call on all AIPA Member Countries to reaffirm their commitment to prosecute perpetrators of acts of piracy and other maritime related crimes in accordance with their relevant domestic and international laws;

Persuade all AIPA Member Countries to enhance bilateral and multilateral maritime cooperation to combat piracy through measures which include the increase of personnel, exchange of information and the conduct of anti piracy exercises in accordance with the principles of voluntary participation and consistent with the respective international conventions;

Urge all AIPA Member Countries to implement all the relevant national, regional and international laws and regulations, recommendations, guidelines, International Standard Operating Procedures, such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards, Law of the Sea Treaty /United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (LOST/UNCLOS) and the UN Protocol for the suppression of unlawful acts against any forms of fixtures positioned on the Continental shelf, to resolve the problems of piracy and armed-robberies against ship in the region.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly

The 28^th General Assembly

19 – 24 August 2007, Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Res. 28GA/2007/Pol-07

RESOLUTION

ON

ASEAN EXTRADITION TREATY

The Twenty-Eighth General Assembly:

Anticipating the favorable and immediate action on the formulation of an ASEAN Extradition Treaty as envisaged by the 1976 Declaration of ASEAN Concord as stipulated in the Vientiane Action Programme (VAP) and on the consequent decision by the 6^th ASEAN Law Ministers Meeting (ALMM) as ASLOM examined modalities for a model ASEAN extradition treaty;

Recalling the 26^th General Assembly of the AIPO held in Vientiane, Lao PDR in September 2005 which urged ASEAN Member Countries to formulate an ASEAN extradition treaty based on the Treaty of Mutual Legal Assistance on Criminal Matters and existing bilateral agreements, and called for them to strengthen legal cooperation, provide mutual legal assistance and share the intelligence, investigations and joint operations against drug abuse;

Recalling the AIPA Statute adopted at the 27^th AIPO General Assembly which underlines the purpose of AIPA to facilitate the achievements of the goals of ASEAN in establishing ASEAN Community and its three pillars;

Mindful of the Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters among ASEAN Member Countries and Declaration on Combating Transnational Crimes;

Reiterating the decision of 12^th ASEAN Summit held in Cebu, Philippines on 13 January 2007, regarding the acceleration of the establishment of an ASEAN Community by 2015 as envisioned in the ASEAN Vision 2020 and the Bali Concord II;

Reaffirming the commitment to support the ASEAN’s effort to complete the Vientiane Action Programme (VAP) by 2010 and commit to mobilize resources to implement the remaining VAP programmed, in particular the formulation of ASEAN Extradition Treaty;

Resolves to :

Encourage all ASEAN Member Countries to put in place legal frameworks and efficient structures and procedures to achieve the objectives of the VAP, thereby bringing all fugitives to justice;

Call upon all AIPA Member Countries to compare notes and exchange information in order to harmonize substantial and procedural provisions of their respective laws on extradition and mutual assistance in the light of newly emerging patterns of transnational crimes especially against drug trafficking;

Urge further, all AIPA Member Countries to fully support the proposal to formulate and ASEAN extradition treaty as undertaken by ASLOM and mandated by the ASEAN Law Ministers.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly

The 28^th General Assembly

19 – 24 August 2007, Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia

Res. 28GA/2007/Pol-08

RESOLUTION

ON ENHANCING AIPA’S ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION

TO THE ASEAN CHARTER

The Twenty-Eighth General Assembly:

Noting with great satisfaction that after 40 years, ASEAN has developed into a resilient and successful regional cooperation structure that makes the association “one caring and sharing community”, and cognizant that ASEAN is now undertaking a milestone process of transforming itself as a rule-based, values setting and pro-active regional grouping by drafting the ASEAN Charter;

Conscious that the Charter will formalize the establishment of ASEAN as a full-fledged inter-governmental organization, creating a legal framework for the activities of ASEAN Member in the future and making ASEAN a more effective organization moving toward an ASEAN Community by the year 2015;

Conscious further that AIPA should be enshrined in its most important document, the ASEAN Charter, especially since any ensuing document that would emerge as the ASEAN Charter would have to ratified in the final instance by the respective Member Parliaments of ASEAN who are members of AIPA;

Stressing that AIPA has supported the ASEAN Charter from the beginning and will continue to do so in the future.

Hereby resolves to:

Encourage closer cooperation between the legislative and executive branches of AIPA Member Countries in the process of finalizing the drafting of ASEAN Charter which is expected to be adopted at the 13^th ASEAN Summit in Singapore in November this year.

Urge the High Level task Force on the drafting of the ASEAN Charter to make unequivocal, clear and specific mention that AIPA will play a more effective role in legislative, consultation and formulation as part of an ASEAN Community;

Recommend that members of AIPA actively engage in the process of drafting the Charter, having close and frequent consultation with their respective governments so as to enhance the parliamentary inputs into this important document;

Encourage AIPA Members to do their best to facilitate the ratification, approval and implementation of the ASEAN Charter once it is adopted by the ASEAN Summit.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

RESOLUTION

THE 27^TH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Philippines, 2006

POLITICAL MATTERS

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

27^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 SEPTEMBER 2006 – CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES

Res. 27GA/2006/Pol/01

RESOLUTION

ADOPTING THE REPORT OF THE MALAYSIAN DELEGATION ON THE 39^TH ASEAN MINISTERIAL MEETING (AMM) ON 25 JULY 2006 HELD

IN KUALA LUMPUR

The Twenty-Seventh General Assembly:

Cognizant of the 39^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting held last 24 – 25 July 2006 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia;

Noting the report of the Malaysian Delegation on the Ministerial Meeting (AMM) and the significant role AMM plays in enhancing the effectiveness of ASEAN in achieving its goals and objectives;

Resolves to :

Adopt the report of the Malaysian Delegation on the 39^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Kuala Lumpur;

Take note of the Joint Communique issued by the Ministerial Meeting;

Adopted this 14^th day of September, 2006 in Cebu City, Philippines.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

27^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 SEPTEMBER 2006 – CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES

Res. 27GA/2006/Pol/02

RESOLUTION

THE REPORT BY THE THAI DELEGATION

ON THE RESULTS OF THE REGIONAL SEMINAR FOR

PARLIAMENTARIANS FROM SOUTH-EAST ASIA AND THE ASIA-PACIFIC

REGION ON SECURITY SECTOR REFORM IN THE NATIONAL AND

REGIONAL CONTEXTS

The Twenty-Seventh General Assembly:

Noting that globalization has generated dangerous new challenges to security at all social levels which necessitates continuing security sector reform with particular attention paid to enhancing parliamentary and civil society oversight, as well as inter-parliamentary cooperation through dialogues in order to come to a better understanding of security problems;

Recognizing the crucial role of parliament, as the key link between the government sector and the people, in determining the mandate of the security services and in scrutinizing their activities so that the aims of the security establishment are transformed to make it more effective and efficient in accordance with society’s priorities;

Aware of the new thinking of security and the need for comprehensive approach to security, including human security to address specific instances of parliamentary challenges in South East Asia and the Asia-Pacific Regions, and also that it is a shared responsibility;

Further aware that enhancing the knowledge of parliamentarians and also civil society to deal with new security challenges is a critical priority and an essential element for security sector reform;

Hereby resolves to:

Acknowledge the results of the Regional Seminar for Parliamentarians from South-East Asia and the Asia-Pacific Region on Security Sector Reform in the National and Regional Contexts co-hosted by the National Assembly of Thailand, the Inter-Parliamentary Union and the Geneva Center for Democratic Control of Armed Forces from 1 – 2 September 2006 in Phuket, Thailand as being a first major regional parliamentary event on security sector reform for South East Asia and the Asia-Pacific Regions;

Encourage parliaments of ASEAN countries, and AIPO through the joint efforts of the Political Committee and the Ad-Hoc Committee on the Transformation of AIPO into a Closely Integrated Institution, a s well as the parliamentary standing committees on defense and foreign affairs in the national parliaments, to engage in broader and in-depth discussions of the Phuket seminar results and devise parliamentary oversights of security sector reform for the Region;

Further encourage parliaments of ASEAN countries and AIPO to make good use of the IPU Handbook on Security Sector Reform in providing parliamentary oversights to comprehensive security and the transformation of the security sector;

Commend the National Assembly of Thailand for taking the initiative to convene the seminar.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

27^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 SEPTEMBER 2006 – CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES

Res. 27GA/2006/Pol/03

RESOLUTION

HUMAN-CENTERED APPROACH TO COUNTER TERRORISM: THE ROLE OF INTERFAITH DIALOGUE

The Twenty-Seventh General Assembly:

Recalling the Global Interfaith Dialogue held in Manila, Philippines last January 26, 2006 which aimed to foster multi-cultural and multi-religious understanding and tolerance that could help avert politico-religious tensions in the world’s trouble spots;

Concerned with the continuous conflicts because of religious intolerance, hatred and extremism;

Recognizing the imperative of ASEAN and the responsibility of ASEAN and AIPO member countries to contribute to the promotion of culture of peace and a total rejection of using violence for whatever reasons not only within the region but also with the peoples of the world;

Acknowledging the importance of freedom for all individuals and peoples to hold, develop and preserve their faiths and religions in a national and international atmosphere of peace, human rights, tolerance, mutual understanding and respect;

Resolves to :

Call on the leaders of ASEAN to promote Inter-Faith dialogue with the view to increase multicultural understanding among the followers of different religions;

Encourage all AIPO and ASEAN member countries to consider enacting laws and measures incorporating interfaith studies in the curricula at the post-elementary level to promote understanding and respect for the various faith and religions;

Call on all ASEAN member countries to acknowledge and respect the difference within and among the religions and faiths, and safeguard religious rights and freedom through legislation;

Call on ASEAN media to play a constructive role in promoting interfaith dialogues.

Adopted this 14^th day of September, 2006 in Cebu City, Philippines.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

27^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 SEPTEMBER 2006 – CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES

Res. 27GA/2006/Pol/04

RESOLUTION

COOPERATION IN FIGHTING CYBERTERRORISM

The Twenty-Seventh General Assembly:

Concerned that the potential threat posed by cyberterrorism has provoked considerable alarm because cyberterorists are hacking into government and private computer systems and crippling the military, financial and services sectors of advanced economies;

Acknowledging that terrorist misuse of cyber space is a destructive and devastating manifestation of global terrorism, the magnitude and rapid spread of which is exacerbated by the increasing cyber interconnectivity of countries in the region;

Recognizing the serious ramifications of an attack via cyber space to critical infrastructure on the security of the people and in the economic and physical well-being of countries in the region;

Stressing the need for cooperation between ASEAN governments and the private sector in identifying, presenting and mitigating cyberattacks and terrorist misuse of cyberspace;

Resolves to:

Urge all ASEAN member countries to enact and implement effective laws on cyber crimes and cyber security in accordance with their national interests and by referring to relevant international entities, recommendations and guidelines for the prevention, detection, reduction and mitigation of attacks to which they are parties;

Call on all ASEAN member countries to collaborate and cooperate with international and regional agencies for cyber investigation, collection and sharing of cyber information and effective management of resources for mutually beneficial partnerships that foster international cooperation, and coordination in fighting criminal use of cyberspace;

Encourage all ASEAN parliaments and governments to cooperate actively and help each other in preventing the exploitation of technology, communications and resources, in furtherance of criminal or terrorist acts, including the use for recruitment and training purposes.

Adopted this 14^th day of September, 2006 in Cebu City, Philippines.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

27^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 SEPTEMBER 2006 – CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES

Res. 27GA/2006/Pol/05

RESOLUTION

REGIONAL MARITIME SECURITY AND ANTI-PIRACY COOPERATION

The Twenty-Seventh General Assembly:

Recognizing that maritime security is an indispensable and fundamental condition for the welfare and economic security of the ASEAN region;

Concerned that piracy and armed robbery against ships at sea and the potential terrorist attacks on vulnerable sea lane continue to threaten the growth of the region and disrupt the stability of global commerce, particularly as these have become tools of transnational organized crime;

Further concerned with the massive incidents of marine pollution, smuggling and contraband of drugs, illegal fishing and trafficking in persons;

Aware that most maritime armed-robberies at sea in the ASEAN region occur in the coastal, straits and archipelagic waters wherein ships are attacked by heavily armed pirates using fast crafts as well as fishing vessels;

Mindful of the weak maritime law enforcement, lack of adequate equipment in terms of operationally ready vessels, maritime patrol aircraft and radar stations which effectively provide pirates and sea-robbers sanctuary and strength, and eventually evade prosecution;

Acknowledging that it is of utmost necessity to step up broad-based regional cooperative efforts to combat piracy and other threats to maritime security, through cooperation and coordination among all institutions concerned, such as naval units, coastal patrol and law enforcement agencies, shipping companies, crews and port authorities;

Resolves to :

Urge all ASEAN member countries to have a strict and effective implementation of relevant national, regional and international laws, instruments, recommendations and guidelines for the suppression of piracy and armed-robbery against ships, such as those by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, the Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Maritime Navigation of 1988 and its Protocol for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts Against the Safety of Fixed Platforms Located on the Continental Shelf, and the International Maritime Organization;

Call on all ASEAN member countries to affirm their responsibilities to prosecute perpetuators of acts of piracy and armed-robbery against ships, in accordance with their relevant domestic and national laws;

Encourage all ASEAN member countries to have bilateral and multilateral maritime cooperation among them to combat piracy which includes the increase of personnel communication, information exchange and anti-piracy exercises on the basis of respecting territorial integrity, sovereignty and jurisdiction in accordance with the principles of voluntary participation and in line with the respective applicable international conventions.

Adopted this 14^th day of September, 2006 in Cebu City, Philippines.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

27^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 SEPTEMBER 2006 – CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES

Res. 27GA/2006/Pol/06

RESOLUTION

THE MIDDLE EAST CRISIS

The Twenty-Seventh General Assembly:

Deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in the Middle East, particularly in the Occupied Palestinian territories and in Lebanon. We condemn all acts of terror, violence and destruction. We also condemn attacks that have resulted in injuries and deaths of innocent civilians and the destruction of civilian properties and infrastructure. We further condemn the abduction and detention of Cabinet ministers, government officials and other individuals, and we call for their immediate and unconditional release;

Recalling the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 1664 which called for the strict respect of the sovereignty, territorial integrity, unity and political independence of Lebanon and the UNSC 1515 which outlined the Middle East Quartet’s Road Map towards a permanent, two-State solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict;

Recalling also the UNSC Resolution 1701 which called for immediate cessation of all hostilities by Israel and Hezbollah and called for international community to support a permanent ceasefire and comprehensive solution to the crises and ultimately to work towards a just, durable and comprehensive peace in the region;

Acknowledging the important role of the UN in helping to secure a permanent ceasefire and a long term solutions to the crises;

Hereby resolved to :

1. Express our concerns over the deteriorating situation and the escalation of violence in the Middle East particularly the indiscriminate and excessive use of force by Israel in Occupied Territories and in Lebanon which would threaten efforts toward reviving the Peace Process;

2. Support the cessation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah and urge Israel to withdraw all of its forces from Lebanon based on the UN Security Council Resolution 1701 (2006);

3. Strongly urge the immediate and unconditional release of all Lebanese and Palestinian detainees, in particular the Speaker and Members of Parliament and Cabinet Ministers of Palestine as well as captured Israel soldiers and other individuals;

4. Call on the international community to respond urgently to the post conflict reconstruction efforts in Lebanon;

5. Welcome the extension of the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon on order to carry out its mandate under the UNSC Resolution 1701 to monitor the cessation of hostilities, help ensure humanitarians access to civilian populations and the voluntary and safe return of displaced persons;

6. Urge all parties concerned to strictly respect the sovereignty, territorial integrity, unity and political independence of Lebanon under the sole and exclusive authority of the Government of Lebanon as stipulated in UNSC Resolutions 1664 and 1680;

7. Urge further all parties to desist from any actions that could further destabilize the situation, and to take immediate steps, including confidence building measures between the parties, with the objective of resuming peace negotiations and restarting the peace process.

Adopted this 14^th day of September, 2006 in Cebu City, Philippines.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

26^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

18 -23 SEPTEMBER 2005 – VIENTIANE, LAO PDR

Res. 26GA/2005/Pol/01

RESOLUTION

ON REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL ISSUES

The Twenty-Sixth General Assembly:

Recognizing the vital importance of maintaining and strengthening peace and stability in the region;

Reaffirming that peace and security are closely intertwined with economic development and prosperity;

Noting the overall global security situation remained relatively stable and was marked by positive and greater interaction between countries and among the major powers;

Noting further the Declarations for Cooperation to Combat International Terrorism between ASEAN and Dialogue Partners, and progress made in the implementation of the component on anti-terrorism of the Work Programme to Implement the ASEAN Plan of Action to Combat Transnational Crime adopted by ASEAN in 2002;

Acknowledging the exchange of views within the Committee on Political Matters on regional and international issues;

Hereby resolves to:

Condemn the recent terrorist attacks in several countries causing the tragic loss of life and property to innocent people;

Reaffirm that terrorism, irrespective of its origin, motivations and/or objectives threatening to all countries and peoples. It is, therefore, a great hindrance to the common interest in ensuring peace, stability, security and economic prosperity in the region and in the world;

Reiterate the need to combat terrorism by all means, in particular money laundering, in accordance with the Charter of the Unites Nations, the principles of international law and relevant UN Resolution, all acts of terrorism in all its forms and manifestation threatening to international peace and security;

Stress the urgent need to intensify ASEAN’s efforts in promoting maritime safety and security in line with relevant international laws, and in particular the UNCLOS.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

26^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

18 -23 SEPTEMBER 2005 – VIENTIANE, LAO PDR

Res. 26GA/2005/Pol/02

RESOLUTION

ON THE REPORT BY THE LAO AIPO NATIONAL DELEGATION ON THE

38^THASEAN MINISTERIAL MEETING

25 – 26 JULY 2005, VIENTIANE, LAO PDR.

The Twenty-Sixth General Assembly:

Recalling the decision of the 10^th ASEAN Summit held on 29 November 2004 in Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic;

Noting the presentation by the Lao delegation on the outcomes of the 38^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting held on 25 – 26 July 2005 in Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic;

Commending the successful outcomes of the 38^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting;

Hereby resolve to:

Approve the Report on the 38^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting;

Support the Joint Communique of the 38^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting;

Urge AIPO Member Countries to encourage their respective governments to implement the Joint Communique of the 38^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting;

Circulate the aforesaid Report on the 38^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting to AIPO Member Countries.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

26^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

18 -23 SEPTEMBER 2005 – VIENTIANE, LAO PDR

Res. 26GA/2005/Pol/03

RESOLUTION

ON THE TREATY OF AMITY AND COOPERATION IN

SOUTHEAST ASIA (TAC) AND THE EAST ASIA SUMMIT (EAS)

The Twenty-Sixth General Assembly:

Reaffirming the importance of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia as an instrument of peace, security and cooperation and a Code of Conduct governing relations between States;

Noting with satisfaction the growing number of countries outside ASEAN acceding to the Treaty, namely Papua New Guinea, People’s Republic of China, Republic of India, Japan, Islamic Republic if Pakistan, Republic of Korea, Russia Federation, New Zealand and Mongolia;

Welcoming Australia’s intention to accede to the Treaty and Timor-Leste’s expression of interest to accede to the Treaty;

Noting with satisfaction the ASEAN Leaders’ decision at the 10^th ASEAN Summit held on 29 November 2004 in Vientiane to convene the first East Asia Summit (EAS) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in 2005;

Affirming the leading role of ASEAN as the driving force in the East Asian region;

Welcoming the participation of ASEAN, People’s Republic of China, Japan, Republic of Korea, Republic of India, Australia and New Zealand to the first East Asia Summit;

Hereby resolves to:

Urge the countries outside the region to accede to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia;

Support the first East Asia Summit with the confidence that it will be concluded with successful outcomes in further strengthening peace and security and in promoting economic prosperity in the region.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

26^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

18 -23 SEPTEMBER 2005 – VIENTIANE, LAO PDR

Res. 26GA/2005/Pol/04

RESOLUTION

ON THE REPORT BY THE LAO AIPO NATIONAL DELEGATION

ON THE VIENTIANE ACTION PROGRAMME (VAP)

The Twenty-Sixth General Assembly:

Recalling the signing of the Vientiane Action Programme by the ASEAN Leaders at the 10^th ASEAN Summit held on 29 November 2004 in Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic;

Reaffirming the importance of the Vientiane Action Programme in implementing the Plans of Action of the tree pillars of the ASEAN Community enshrined in the Declaration on ASEAN Concord II and in Narrowing the development gaps among ASEAN Member Countries to realize the ASEAN Vision 2020;

Expressing satisfaction with the progress made in implementing the Vientiane Action Programme, particularly the establishment of the ASEAN Development Fund;

Appreciating the Report presented by Lao Delegation concerning the progress of the implementation of the Vientiane Action Programme;

Hereby resolve to:

Approve the Report on the Vientiane Action Programme;

Urge all AIPO Member Countries to encourage their respective governments to make resources available for further implementing the Vientiane Action Programme;

Appeal to all AIPO Member Countries to encourage the ASEAN Dialogue Partners and regional and international organization to support the implementation of the Vientiane Action Programme;

Circulate the Vientiane Action Programme.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

25^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

12 -17 September 2004, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Res. 25GA/2004/Com/Pol/01

RESOLUTION

THE REPORT BY THE INDONESIAN DELEGATION

ON THE 37^TH ASEAN MINISTERIAL MEETING

IN JUNE 2004, JAKARTA, INDONESIA

The Twenty-Fifth General Assembly:

Noting the Indonesian delegation’s explanation of the results of the 37^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting held in Jakarta, Indonesia, in June 2004.

Supporting the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in implementing its decision.

Hereby resolves to:

Approve and circulate the aforesaid Report.

Thank the Indonesian delegation for their hard work in the preparation of this report.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

25^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

12 -17 September 2004, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Res. 25GA/2004/Com/Pol/02

RESOLUTION

THE REPORT BY THE VIETNAM DELEGATION

ON THE 3^RD ASIA-EUROPE PARLIAMENTARY PARTNERSHIP

MEETING IN MARCH 2004, HUE CITY, VIETNAM

The Twenty-Fifth General Assembly:

Recalling that the AIPO 24^th General Assembly lent support to Vietnam’s initiative to host the 3^rd Asia-Europe Parliamentary Partnership (ASEP) Meeting in March 2004;

Taking note of the Vietnam delegation’s report on the said meeting;

Hereby resolves to:

Thank the Vietnam for their hard work in submitting this report;

Approve the aforesaid Report and have it circulated as an official document of the General Assembly.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

25^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

12 -17 September 2004, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Res. 25GA/2004/Com/Pol/03

RESOLUTION

THE ASEAN SECURITY COMMUNITY

The Twenty-Fifth General Assembly:

Recalling the bold and far-reaching decision of the ASEAN leaders to establish the ASEAN Community in Bali in October 2003, comprising the three key pillars – an ASEAN Security Community, an ASEAN Economic Community, and an ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community;

Taking note of the progress of the development of the ASEAN Security Community Plan of Action as well as the endorsement of the ASC Plan of Action by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers in Jakarta in June 2004;

Acknowledging that the ASEAN Security Community Plan of Action promotes an ASEAN-wide political and security cooperation consistent with the ASEAN Vision 2020;

Further taking note that the ASEAN Security Community Plan of Action will be adopted by the ASEAN leaders at the 10^th ASEAN Summit in Vientiane, Laos, in November 2004, which will help contribute toward the realization of the ASEAN Community;

Realizing that the implementation of the ASEAN Security Community Plan of Action will further enhance peace, stability and security of the region and at the same time will ensure the member countries in ASEAN live at peace with one another and with the world at large in a just, democratic and harmonious environment;

Recognizing that the ASEAN Security Community is open and outward looking in respect of actively engaging ASEAN’s friends and dialogue partners to promote peace and stability in the region and shall build on the ARF to facilitate consultation and cooperation between ASEAN and it’s friends and dialogue partners on regional security matters;

Hereby resolves to:

Welcome the ASEAN Security Community Plan of Action:

1. believing that it will make a significant contribution to the building of an ASEAN Community;

2. convinced that the implementation of the ASEAN Security Community Plan of Action will further advance ASEAN interest, both collectively and individually, and thus make ASEAN a region of peace, stability, security and prosperity;

Call on the member-states of ASEAN to implement the ASEAN Security Community Plan of Action as early as possible, once it is being adopted by the ASEAN leaders, so as to enhance greater peace, stability and security in the ASEAN region;

Encourage all actors from the various spectra-including government and civil society-and at all levels to help contribute toward the realization of the ASEAN Security Community Plan of Action in the most timely and effective manner.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

25^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

12 -17 September 2004, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Res. 25GA/2004/Com/Pol/04

RESOLUTION

ENERGY SECURITY

The Twenty-Fifth General Assembly:

Recognizing the growing importance of :

1. the energy security problem including the settlement of the South China Sea problems; and the potential energy crisis after the world oil princes have skyrocketed since early 2004, which has negative economic and social implications on national, regional and global economies, particularly on the least developed countries (LDCs);

2. keeping all modes of energy transportation in the ASEAN Region open.

Taking note of the Millennium Development Goals, which all countries need to achieve within a specific timeframe;

Recalling the fact that energy is one of the key issues in the Millennium Development Goals and the need to understand the nexus between poverty and energy security, as well as the need to share the use to energy in the global economy;

Further noting that a comprehensive security includes energy security which is vital to economic and social development of any given country;

Acknowledging the need for all countries involved to explore, research and use alternative sources of energy, as well as engage in energy conservation;

Hereby resolves to:

Call on the G-8 consider the energy security seriously and take appropriate measures in responding to the rising world oil princes;

Urge the G-8 other regional and international organizations, such as the Organization for Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and other petroleum producing countries to stabilize the oil prices so as to ensure energy security in the world;

Call on all parties to explore, research, and to develop alternative sources of energy that will help sustain the current needs of energy;

Propose that ASEAN sets up its own ASEAN Energy Reserve so that it can prevent oil shocks in future and reduce its dependency on external oil and to develop the technology for the production of bio-energy, a source of fuel energy that can be produced from plants.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

24^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

7- 12 September 2003, Jakarta, Indonesia

Res. 24GA/2003 /Pol/01

The Report of the 36^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting

in June 2003, Cambodia

Jakarta, Indonesia, 9^th September 2003

By Cambodian Delegation

Mr. Chairman of the Committee on Political Matters,

Honorable delegates,

Distinguished guests and observers,

Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is indeed a great honor and privilege that the Cambodian delegation has been given the opportunity to deliver the report of the 36^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia;

Cambodia has a great opportunity to be a host country to organize the 36^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting (AMM), 4^th ASEAN plus 3 Foreign Ministerial Meeting, 10^th ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), post Ministerial conference (PMC) plus 10, 3^rd Ministerial Meeting of Mekong-Ganga Cooperation (MGC) which has been held from 16^th to 20^th of June, 2003 in Phnom Penh.

Also Cambodian has a great honor to host the thirty-fifth ASEAN Economic Ministerial and related Meetings from 1^st to 5^th September 2003.

The 36^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting mainly focused on the theme of “Toward an ASEAN Economic Community Integration and Outward-Looking”.

We wish to highlight the main content of the Meeting:

- Keenly aware that the Regional Economic Integration is crucial for ASEAN’s competitiveness, the Meeting reaffirmed the need to move deeper economic integration towards an ASEAN Economic community. The meeting noted with appreciation the study on the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) done by the Institute of the South East Asian Studies, the Asian Institute of Strategic and International Studies, the Asian Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ASEAN-ISIS) and the ASEAN Secretariat. The meeting notes with appreciation the European Commission’s readiness to share with ASEAN the European Union’s experiences with Regional Economic Integration.

- Viet Nam informed the meeting about the preparation on the fifth Asia-Europe meeting (ASEM) on 8 – 9 October 2004 in Hanoi. The meeting reiterated for the expeditious admission of Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar and Viet Nam into the World Trade organization and for the early participation of Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar in the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) and in APEC

- The meeting reaffirmed the importance of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) as a framework for governing relations within ASEAN and between ASEAN and countries outside the region. Also the meeting warmly welcomed the decision of the People’s Republic of China to accede to the Treaty and the intention of India and Russia to do so in the near future.

- The meeting agreed to lift the moratorium, and to consider the application of new participants of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) on a case by case basis. The meeting also agreed to accept Pakistan as new participant in the ARF. In this regard, the meeting decided to communicate the consensus to non-ASEAN ARF participants.

- The meeting noted with satisfaction the progress of the implementation of the ASEAN Work Programme on HIV/AIDS II (2002 – 2005) and also noted that multi-sectoral cooperation on HIV/AIDS was being promoted by the inclusion of the subject in a number of ASEAN meetings. The meeting expressed its appreciation for UNAIDS, other international organizations and ASEAN dialogue Partners for supporting the operationalization of the Work Programme.

- For the Aceh’s matter, the meeting reaffirmed the support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and national unity of Indonesia and recognized the efforts of the Indonesian Government to restore peace and order in Aceh.

At this meeting the Prime Minister of Cambodia Samdach HUN SEN stressed the achievements of ASEAN in contributing to regional peace and security, Southeast Asia’s sense of identity, and the political, security, economic, trade, investment and financial architecture of the region. Samdach HUN SEN urged the ASEAN foreign ministers to accomplish six key tasks as follow:

Exercising political leadership in promoting ASEAN cooperation and integration;
Effectively coordination the implementation of the IAI and other programs for the development of the Mekong basin and ensuring their consistency with one another;
Taking a leading political role in the implementation of the recommendation of the East Asia Study group for advancing the ASEAN + 3 process;
Ensuring the coordinated implementation of the ASEAN Tourism Agreement and the measures agreed upon for overcoming the impact of SARS and promoting South East Asia as a SARS free region;
Making sure that the Declaration on the Conduct of parties in the South East Asia are observed and implemented; and
Taking a leadership role in carrying out measures to combat international terrorism.

The 36^th ASEAN Ministerial meeting has issued a joint communiqué of 56 important issue that we wish to point out the different topics as follow:

ASEAN INTEGRATION

- Regional economic Integration

- ASEAN tourism agreement

- Initiative for ASEAN Integration and the Mekong Basin

- Sub Regional Growth Areas

POLITICAL AND SECURITY COOPERATION

- Political Cooperation

- Terrorism

- Transnational Crime

- South China Sea

- Treaty of Amity and Cooperation

- ASEAN Regional Forum

FUNCTIONAL COOPERATION

- Health

- Environment

- Drugs

- Other areas of cooperation.

EXTERNAL RELATION

INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL ISSUES

- Korean Peninsula

- Iraq

- Middle East

- South Asia

- Asia Cooperation Dialogue

- Asian Bond Market

- Multilateralism

INSTITUTIONAL MATTERS

- New ASEAN Chairmanship

For further detail see the joint communiqué of the 36^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting Phnom Penh, 16 – 17 June 2003.

In conclusion:

The above meeting went successfully and all participant countries expressed their appreciation to this meeting.

Thank you.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

24^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

7 – 12 September 2003, Jakarta, Indonesia

Res. 24GA/2003/Pol/02

RESOLUTION

ASEAN MARITIME COOPERATION

The Twenty-fourth General Assembly:

Recognizing that sea plays an important role in trade, transportation, and communication activities in ASEAN member countries;

Noting that Southeast Asia waters is one of the strategic sea-lanes in the world linking Asia-Pacific to Africa and Europe, and their maritime resources give the region a large part of their economic viability;

Observing that although the region is blessed with tremendous resources, it is also burdened with a large interstate conflict potential and security threats such as piracy, maritime terrorism, drug trafficking, arms smuggling, people smuggling, maritime theft and fraud on board ship, illegal fishing, maritime pollution;

Realizing that maritime issues in the region that have the potential of degenerating into conflicts that would jeopardize the security of the region, and as a consequence ASEAN member countries cannot benefit optimally their maritime resources;

Recalling that ASEAN has no instrument or convention to deal with maritime issues, while the existing cooperation is limited to the coordination of sea communication for maritime transportation safety and pollution prevention;

Hereby resolves to:

Welcome the idea of Maritime Cooperation in ASEAN proposed by the Indonesian Government to the 36^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, June 2003;

Encourage the ASEAN countries to promote regional maritime cooperation by, inter alia, considering the establishment of a forum to deal with maritime-related issues as well as to discuss their impact and implications in a comprehensive manner and to coordinate existing approaches on an take up new issues in maritime cooperation in the region;

Call on ASEAN Governments, when appropriate, to consult with ASEAN Parliaments and to keep the latter informed of developments related to the matter;

Encourage the ASEAN Leaders to positively address the idea of ASEAN Maritime Cooperation in their deliberations during the upcoming 9^th ASEAN Summit, October 2003 in Bali.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

24^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

7 – 12 September 2003, Jakarta, Indonesia

Res. 24GA/2003/Pol/03

RESOLUTION

WAYS AND MEANS TO COMBAT TRANSNATIONAL CRIME

The Twenty-fourth General Assembly:

Fully aware that the stability and prosperity in the region depend on the common efforts by the countries in the region, among others, to combat transnational crime of various forms;

Welcoming the establishment of the ASEAN Center on Transnational Crime (ACOT), which coordinates regional efforts against transnational crime through intelligence sharing, harmonization of policies and coordination of operations following the adoption of the ASEAN Declaration on Transnational Crime in Manila in 20^th December 1997;

Noting that cyber crime constitutes a new feature in transnational criminal activities of which existing legal frameworks are found to be insufficient to deal with this internet-based malpractices;

Noting further that conventional organized crimes are now fast becoming transnational in nature and beginning to gain ground in the ASEAN region in order to maximize opportunities and minimize law enforcement risks;

Reaffirming the agreement among ASEAN Heads of Government during the Second Informal Summit in December 1997 in Kuala Lumpur, and supporting the decision of the 30^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in July 1997 in Kuala Lumpur, which stressing the need for sustained cooperation in addressing transnational crimes, including the fight against terrorism, piracy, trafficking in people, illicit drugs, arms smuggling and money laundering;

Recalling the decision of the 36^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in June 2003 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, which mentioned the fact that ASEAN member countries were situated and covered by seas are essential factor for economic development, but may also become potential conflicts, as well as unconditional security situation such as maritime, terrorism, drug trafficking, smuggling of people.

Hereby resolves to:

Encourage the respective ASEAN member countries:

1. To formulate laws covering all aspects of transnational crimes.

2. To strengthen the existing network of the relevant national agencies or organizations dealing with transnational crime to further information exchange and dissemination.

3. To explore ways to work more closely with relevant agencies and organizations in Dialogue Partners countries, other countries, as well as regional/international organizations, including the United Nations and its specialized agencies, Aseanapol, Interpol and other related agencies to combat transnational crime.

4. To cooperate in law enforcement and institutional capacity building exchange and workshop, human resources development, resources exchange and access to technology that will allow for advance methods to combat crime.

Recommend the AIPO members:

1. To monitor the implementation of the abovementioned recommendations by a proposed Study Group of AIPO and report it to next General Assembly for further assessment.

2. To set up a mechanism within the Study Groups for exchange of experiences in formulating solution to combat transnational crimes though dialogue or seminar among AIPO members, Parliamentary Organizations, observer countries and others.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

24^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY

7 – 12 September 2003, Jakarta, Indonesia

Res. 24GA/2003/Pol/04

RESOLUTION

STRENGHTENING THE ROLE OF THE UNITED NATIONS

IN MAINTAINING INTERNATIONAL PEACE AND SECURITY

The Twenty-fourth General Assembly:

Bearing in mind that the United Nations is the only legitimate body mandated to maintain international peace and security as well as to solve conflict through peaceful means.

Noting that the role of the United Nations is maintaining international peace and security, particularly in solving crises and disputes around the world, has become ineffective because of the prevalence of a minority in the United Nations system, especially in the Security Council.

Underlining that such condition will create unfavorable situation for international efforts in maintaining international peace and security which are based on international justice, equality and democracy;

Considering that ASEAN as part of international community need to support the United Nations to play more active and effective roles in maintaining international peace and security in line with the international community’s expectation as well as the purposes and principles of the UN’s stipulated in the United Nations Charter.

Hereby resolves to:

Call on the United Nations to ensure its effective and timely role and functions as the international body with the prime responsibility in maintaining international peace and security in accordance with the principles of the Unites Nations Charter, and to discourage any unilateral action by certain countries in solving regional crises and disputes.

Call on all United Nations member states to respect and observe international law, especially the United Nations Charter, in finding solution to the conflicts in the region.

Call on international community to enhance cooperation in the efforts of strengthening the role of the United Nations in maintaining international peace and security through revitalizing, restructuring and democratizing the Unites Nations system, including its Security Council.

Urge the ASEAN Governments through, among others, the United Nations forum to step up their efforts aimed at strengthening the role of the United Nations as the only legitimate body in maintaining international peace and security.

Call on the AIPO member countries through their parliamentary activities at international level, to appeal to other parliaments concerning the importance if international peace and security which are based on multilateralism, international law, and the principles of the United Nations Charter.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

23^rdGENERAL ASSEMBLY

8 – 13 September 2002, Hanoi, Viet Nam

Res. 23GA/2002/Pol/01

RESOLUTION ON

THE STRENGTHENING OF REGIONAL INTEGRATION THROUGH

INCREASING COORDINATION AND COOPERATION BETWEEN

INTER-PARLIAMENTARY AND INTER-GOVERNMENTAL

MECHANISM IN THE REGION.

The Twenty-third General Assembly:

Noting the objectives envisaged in the AIPO Charter on the strengthening of co-ordination and co-operation among ASEAN Parliaments to facilitate the realization of the ASEAN goals set out in the Bangkok Declaration in August 1967 and in the ASEAN Vision 2020;

Recalling the goal of increasing the participation of people of all social strata in the region in ASEAN co-operation activities.

Convinced that AIPO plays an important role in and makes active contributions to building ASEAN into a community of solidarity, co-operation, friendship, and unity in diversity;

Stressing the importance of the closer co-ordination and co-operation between AIPO and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to the building of a Southeast Asia of peace, stability, equitable development, and prosperity;

Hereby resolves:

To further support ASEAN Governments in their bids to build ASEAN into a regional co-operation arrangement, which is outward looking, dynamic and effective with an increasingly enhanced role and prestige in the international arena;

To continue to join ASEAN Government’s efforts in strengthening ASEAN regional integration aimed at achieving sustainable development, building comprehensive economic synergy for the Association in the context of increasing globalization;

To consider conducing regular consultations between the incumbent chair of ASEAN Standing Committee and the incumbent AIPO President at an appropriate time with an aim to reach a consensus on actions undertaken to assist the implementation of ASEAN priority programmes;

To consider the establishment of formal relations between ASEAN Secretariat and AIPO Secretariat through signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or some other acceptable form;

To take measure aimed at enhancing closer co-operation between AIPO and ASEAN. These measures will focus on the exchange and sharing of information and experiences, technical assistance, provision of periodic reports and exchanges of personnel between the two Secretariats. Visit of delegations of Parliamentarians to ASEAN Secretariat should be increased in order to exchange updated information about each other’s activities; and

To improve the efficacy and effectiveness of the AIPO Secretariat with a view to responding adequately to requirements arising from the above-mentioned recommendations.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

23^rdGENERAL ASSEMBLY

8 – 13 September 2002, Hanoi, Viet Nam

Res. 23GA/2002/Pol/02

RESOLUTION

ON THE IMPORTANCE OF UNITED NATIONS CHARTER

IN THE MAINTENANCE OF WORLD PEACE:

SITUATION RELATING TO IRAQ

The Twenty-third General Assembly:

Concerned over the increasing tension arising from the possible unilateral military actions on the sovereign state of Iraq and its people;

Recognizing that the Charter of the United Nations is the foundation of international law and justice;

Reiterating the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and reaffirming its commitment to the principles of the political independence, sovereign equality and territorial integrity of all sovereign states;

Mindful of the consequences of armed conflict on relations between and among States, the economic burden on nations involved as well as on the international community, and above all, the humanitarian consequences of conflicts and prolonged sanctions;

Stressing the need for the maintenance of regional and international peace and stability and friendly relations among all States, and emphasizing the overriding political, humanitarian and moral imperative as well as the economic advantages of preventing the outbreak and escalation of conflicts;

Alarmed at the prospects of any unprovoked and unjustified attack on Iraq that would seriously destabilize the already volatile political and security situation in the region;

Bearing in mind the primary responsibility of the United Nations under the Charter of the United Nations for the maintenance of peace and reaffirming its role in the prevention of armed conflicts;

Mindful of the call of international community to place the United Nations as the appropriate organ to deal with the situation in Iraq;

1. Expresses its commitment to contribute to the world peace and stability;

2. Emphasizes the urgent need for a peaceful solution on the issue of Iraq in a way that preserves the authority and credibility of the Charter of the United Nations and international law as well as peace in the region;

3. Underlines its full support for the central role of the United Nations in conflict prevention and the resolution of conflict through peaceful negotiation, and calls upon the concerned parties to settle their disputes by peaceful means as set forth in Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations;

4. Urges the conflicting parties to exercise restraints and to be mindful of the serious implications of any military actions on Iraq to the already tense and volatile situation in the Middle East;

5. Opposes any unilateral decision to launch unjustified and unprovoked military actions on the state of Iraq;

6. Calls upon the United Nations to continue to remain involved in the issues relating to Iraq with a view of achieving durable peace in the region;

7. Urges the international community through the United Nations to seriously address the humanitarian dimension of suffering and tragedies emanating from the prolonged sanctions on Iraq and calls upon the United Nations to review the decision on the justification for ongoing sanctions on Iraq;

8. Reaffirms the respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Iraq in accordance with the relevance Security Council’s resolutions and calls on activating the dialogue between Iraq and the United Nations towards reaching a comprehensive settlement of pending issues between them.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

23^rdGENERAL ASSEMBLY

8 – 13 September 2002, Hanoi, Viet Nam

Res. 23GA/2002/Pol/03

RESOLUTION

ON THE EXPANSION AND DEEPENING OF ASEAN+3 COOPERATION

The Twenty-third General Assembly:

Noting with satisfaction the significant progress made in the cooperation between ASEAN and China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea (ASEAN plus 3);

Acknowledging the positive and important contributions made by the tree dialogue partners in the ASEAN plus 3 cooperation mechanism to ASEAN integration and to the narrowing of the development gap within ASEAN by providing assistance to ASEAN newer Member Countries, namely Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam;

Fully aware of the vast potential and bright prospect of the strengthened ASEAN plus 3 cooperation mechanism;

Taking into account the emerging challenges, opportunities, inter-dependence and interaction in the globalization process and the era of information technology;

Realizing the importance of the closer ASEAN plus 3 integration to the promotion of peace, stability, development, and progress in East Asia and the world;

Hereby resolves:

To continue endeavouring to promote ASEAN plus 3 dialogues and cooperation in areas of priority and mutual benefit;

To encourage and facilitate cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, investment, finance, banking, small – and – medium – sized enterprise development, technology transfer and human resource development;

To call for the expansion of cooperation into other areas of great potential, such as tourism and agriculture with a view to capitalizing on the comparative advantages of East Asian countries;

To support the effort made by Governments and private sectors of ASEAN Member Countries to strongly involve its people’s well-being in the interest of the region’s economic, political and social stability;

To assist ASEAN Member Governments in their efforts to strengthen ASEAN’s role as the driving force in the ASEAN plus 3 cooperation;

To call upon the plus three partners to assist ASEAN newer Member Countries in priority area where the former have advantages, such as science-technology, human resources development and infrastructure in a bid to narrow the development gap in the region and facilitate the latter’s effective integration.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

23^rdGENERAL ASSEMBLY

8 – 13 September 2002, Hanoi, Viet Nam

Res. 23GA/2002/Pol/04

DECISION

ON THE REPORT OF THE 35^TH ASEAN MINISTERIAL MEETING

JULY 2002, BRUNEI DARUSSALAM

The Twenty-third General Assembly:

Noting the importance of the closer coordination and cooperation between AIPO and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to the building of Southeast Asia of peace, stability, equitable development, and prosperity;

Hereby decides to take note of the Report on the 35^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting and other related Meetings held on 29 July – 1 August 2002 in Brunei Darussalam submitted by Brunei Delegation as follows:

THE 35^TH ASEAN MINISTERIAL MEETING (AMM), 29 TLL-30^TH JULY 2002.

1. The Meeting endorsed the Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI) Work Plan together with the programmes and projects focusing on four priorities areas namely Human Resources Development (HRD), infrastructure, information communication technology and regional economic integration. The Work Plan would serve as a roadmap to implement the Hanoi Declaration on Narrowing the Development Gap for closer ASEAN Integration. The Meeting welcomed the initiative of the six older ASEAN Members to launch joint IAI projects to help harrow the development gap within ASEAN. This would be a significant step in demonstrating ASEAN’s commitment in helping its new members (CLMV) in the integration efforts under the IAI.

2 The Meeting endorsed the nomination of His Excellency Mr. Ong Keng Yong, Press Secretary to the Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore, as the new Secretary General of ASEAN for five years beginning 1 January 2003.

3 The ASEAN Foreign Ministers reaffirmed that the adoption of a code of conduct in the South China Sea would further promote peace and stability in the region and agreed to work towards Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea. In this regard, the ASEAN Foreign Ministers agreed to work closely with China with a view to adopting the Declaration.

4 The Meeting issued a Joint Communique of the 35^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting. The Joint Communique outlined the political and security issues, ASEAN economic and functional cooperation and ASEAN external relations with dialogue partners.

THE ASEAN + 3 FOREIGN MINISTERS’ MEETING, 30 JULY 2002.

5. The Foreign Ministers exchanged views on regional and international issues affecting the region and noted that the overall security environment in the region remains stable despite existing challenges. The Foreign Ministers renewed their commitment to work together to meet those challenges, especially in promoting peace, stability, and economic in the Korean peninsula. The Foreign Ministers also agreed to regularize the ASEAN+3 Directors General Meeting as a coordination mechanism to ensure coherence, efficiency and progress of ASEAN+3 process.

6. The Foreign Ministers expressed satisfaction on work being undertaken by the East Asia Study Group in coming up with a practical number of concrete measures for cooperation among the ASEAN+3 contries as well as the study on the implications of an East Asian Summit.

7. The ASEAN Foreign Ministers expressed their appreciation to China, Japan and Korea for their support to the Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI), in particular, in the areas of Human Resources Development, Information Technology and the ASEAN Mekong Basin Development Cooperation (AMBDC).

THE 9^TH ASEAN REGIONAL FORUM, 31 JULY 2002.

8. The Ministers reviewed the overall security environment of the Asia Pacific and were encouraged by significant developments especially positive signs of recovery and growth in the global economy.

9. In creasing regional and international security developments, the Ministers believed that the terrorist acts of 11 September 2001 in the United States had tremendous impact on the overall security environment. The Ministers recalled the statement of October 2001 issued by the ARE Chair on behalf of ARE participants and emphasized the need for the ARF to find ways and means to cooperate further in the fight against terrorism.

10. One particular area, which was of great importance in the fight against terrorism was the collective decision made on measures against terrorist financing. The Meeting issued a “Statement on Measures Against Terrorist Financing”, which outlined freezing terrorist assets to prevent terrorist and their associates from accessing or using financial systems and to stop abuse of informal banking networks.

11. The Ministers also welcomed, in particular, the establishment of an Inter-Sessional meeting on Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (ISM on CT-TC).

POST MINISTERIAL CONFERENCE (PMC), 31 JULY 2002.

12. The Post Ministerial Conference 10+10 discussed among other thighs the regional and international issues, political and security cooperation against terrorist, the Middle East situation, transnational crimes, environment and HIV/AIDS.

PMC 10+1 ASEAN-AUSTRALIA

13. The highlight of PMC 10 +1 ASEAN-Australia was the signing of A Memorandum of Understanding on the ASEAN – AUSTRALIA Development Cooperation Programme (AADCP) during the ASEAN PMC 10 + 1 Session with Australia on 1 August 2002. Signing on behalf of ASEAN was His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed Bolkiah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Darussalam, while on behalf of Australia was His Honorable Alexander Downer, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia.

PMC 10+1 ASEAN-US

14. During the ASEAN PMC 10+1 Session with the US, a landmark event that took place was the signing of an Anti Terrorism Declaration by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed Bolkiah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Darussalam on behalf of ASEAN with the US Secretary of State, His Excellency Mr. Colin Powell.

DATE AND VENUE OF THE NEXT AMM

15. The proposed dates for the 36^th AMM/10^th ARF/PMCs will be from 16 – 20 June 2003 and to be held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

23^rdGENERAL ASSEMBLY

8 – 13 September 2002, Hanoi, Viet Nam

Res. 23GA/2002/Pol/05

RESOLUTION

ON PEACE AND SECURITY IN THE REGION

The Twenty-third General Assembly:

Supporting goals proclaimed in the ASEAN Vision 2020 and the Hanoi Plan of Action to build ASEAN into “a concern of Southeast Asian nations, outward looking, living in peace, stability and prosperity, bonded together in partnership in dynamic development and in community of caring societies”;

Aware that acts of terrorism in all forms and manifestations, anywhere, at any time and commitment by anyone represent a serious threat to peace, security and economic development in the region and the world at large, and Reiterating the need to enhance co-operation at all levels to fight against terrorism in a comprehensive manner;

Commending the strong determination of the Governments of ASEAN countries in the fight against terrorism, which is demonstrated by ASEAN Declaration on Joint Action to Counter Terrorism, adopted at its Seventh Summit, and ASEAN countries’ efforts in co-operating against terrorism;

Understanding the importance of ensuring security at seas, which is an essential factor for economic development of each country and the whole region, and Acknowledging the need to strengthen co-operation at all levels to cope with emerging transnational challenges to maritime security;

Recalling the goals set out in the 1992 ASEAN Declaration on South China Sea and the Hanoi Plan of Action on the Establishment of a Code of Conduct for Parties concerned in the South China Sea, considering it an important confidence-building measures to promote peace and stability in the region;

Acknowledging the great values of ASEAN’s expanded co-operation and deepened partnership with its dialogue partner countries, other nations and friends in the region and the world in ensuring peace, stability, and security in the region;

Noting the contributions of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) as a key Forum for discussions on and co-operation in political-security issues in the Asia-Pacific region to the settlement of common concerns and the promotion of confidence-building, thus helping maintain peace, stability and security in the region;

Hereby Resolves to:

Make greater efforts to enhance ASEAN’s role in promoting peace, stability, security and development co-operation in Southeast Asia and Asia-Pacific;

Increase ASEAN’s individual and collective efforts to fight against terrorism including consideration of the participation by other ASEAN members in the existing trilateral anti-terrorism agreement. It is necessary for ASEAN to work out concrete and viable measures and co-operation initiatives suitable to specific conditions of each country, focusing on capacity building legal assistance, co-operation among law enforcement agencies, exchange of specialized information, including the establishment a Center for Information and Co-ordination on anti-terrorist activities and anti-transnational crimes, creating foundations for forming a regional information network;

Intensify ASEAN’s efforts in poverty reduction, accelerated economic integration and narrowing of development gap among member countries with a view to rooting out causes of terrorism, which include poverty, inequality, racial and religious discrimination;

Expand co-operation to counter transnational crimes, especially terrorist-related crimes, such as drug trafficking, money laundering, computer crimes, and other economic crimes;

Promote initiatives and measures aimed at enhancing ASEAN’s co-operation, information and experience sharing and capacity building to fight against piracy, smuggling of goods and weapons, thus helping ensure maritime security;

Encourage ASEAN and China to soon adopt the Declaration on Conducts of Parties concerned in the South China Sea, considering it a vital step forward to complete the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea in the near future, and Call for parties concerned to continue exercising self-restraint and resolving disputes by peaceful means.

Support ASEAN’s concerted efforts in deepening the partnership with its dialogue partner countries through organizing new ASEAN plus one Summits, beginning with ASEAN plus India at the up coming ASEAN Summit in Cambodia in November.

Call on Dialogue Partners, regional and international organizations to continue to support and assist ASEAN, especially in priority areas, such as deepening of economic integration, narrowing of the development gap, assistance to newer members, flight against terrorism and anti-transnational crime;

Strengthen efforts to maintain the development of the ASEAN Regional Forum on the right track, responding effectively to emerging challenges in the region, and Enhance ASEAN’s role as a driving force behind the Forum.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

23^rdGENERAL ASSEMBLY

8 – 13 September 2002, Hanoi, Viet Nam

Res. 23GA/2002/Pol/06

RESOLUTION

ON ASEAN COOPERATION TO COMBAT TRANSNATIONAL CRIMES

The Twenty-third General Assembly:

Deeply concerned over the growing peril of transnational crimes which pose a serious threat to peace, security and stability as well as to the economic well-being of the regional and international communities; which had promoted the United Nations to adopt the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (TOC) in 1998;

Noting that the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Transnational Crime in Yangon, in 1999, had adopted the ASEAN Plan of Action to combat Transnational Crime, which reflected ASEAN’s commitment to eradicate transnational crimes at regional as well as international levels;

Welcoming the new initiatives prepared by the ASEAN Member Countries to strengthen and enhance ASEAN co-operation in combating transnational crimes and supported the implementation of the Security Council Resolution No. 1373 to counter terrorism;

Reiterating the new for ASEAN Member Countries to further strengthen legislations and law enforcement by ratifying international convention related to transnational crimes in order to provide the necessary legal basis to combat transnational crimes;

Calling upon ASEAN governments to take necessary steps to harmonize their national laws in line with the relevant UN conventions and the various ASEAN’s co-operation schemes to combat transnational crimes;

Urging ASEAN governments to carry out the Work Programme to implement the ASEAN Plan of Action to combat Transnational Crime. The Work Programme deals with the following forms of transnational crimes. Illicit Drug Trafficking in Persons; Sea Piracy; Arms Smuggling; Money Laundering; Terrorism, International Economic Crime; and Cyber Crime;

Agreeing that ASEAN should maintain its role as the driving force, in the regional and international endeavours to eradicate transnational crimes in the region, while the United Nations should play a leading role at the international level;

Calling upon each AIPO Members to set up a Study group in their respective parliaments to find solution to the aforesaid matters based on the relevant frameworks and principles of laws in combating transnational crime and thereafter to properly implement its findings accordingly;

The 22^nd ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization General Assembly

2 – 7 September 2001, Bangkok, Thailand

Res. 22GA/2001/POL-01

RESOLUTION ON FUTURE OF ASEAN

The Twenty-Second General Assembly of AIPO:

Recalling that the ASEAN Vision 2020 and Ha Noi Plan of Action (HPA) envisage ASEAN as a concern of nations, outward looking, living in peace, stability and prosperity, bonded together in partnership in dynamic development and in a community of caring societies;

Recognizing that the forces of globalization continue to affect the geo-political, economic and social landscape of the region, posing both opportunities that have to be seized and challenges that have to be overcome;

Acknowledging that ASEAN’s dialogue with private sector leaders of information technology resulted in the creation of the e-ASEAN Task Force, high level advisory body that guided the building of core competencies within ASEAN to compete in the global information economy;

Encourages by recent positive socio-political developments in a number of ASEAN member countries, which contribute to the peace, stability and prosperity of the region;

Appreciating the efforts of ASEAN member countries in undertaking the necessary political reform in their respective countries, including good governance, accountability, civil participation, promotion and protection of basic human rights, including those of minorities, in order to enhance national resilience as an contribution to regional resilience;

Welcoming the adoption by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers in July 2001 of the Rules of Procedure of the High Council of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation which is an important framework governing relations within ASEAN and between ASEAN and countries in other regions of the world;

Aware that ASEAN’s cooperation with its Dialogue Partners and dialogue within the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) are instrumental in building mutual trust and confidence, and promotion of regional peace and security, on the basis of the principles of mutual respect, non-interference and mutual interests;

Noting the positive developments in the ARF process through various activities at both Track I and Track II, and progress in the area of Confidence Building Measures (CBMs) towards Preventive Diplomacy (PD);

Concerned that the proliferation of transnational crime, such as illicit drug production and trafficking, piracy, illegal migration, illicit trafficking of small arms and explosive materials, money laundering, terrorism, including kidnapping pf holiday-makers, could have potentially serious impacts on regional peace, stability and security and pose a threat to national economic development and socio well-being of all states;

Aware that the environment commitment of member countries as stated in the Strategic Plan of Action on Environment for 1994 – 2004 includes the prevention, mitigation and monitoring of land and forest fires and trans-boundary haze conservation of natural resources and bio-diversity, protection on marine and coastal resources, the implementation of multilateral environment agreements and the promotion of environmental awareness, information and education;

Aware also of the emphasis placed on the integration of the new member countries within the Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI) adopted by the ASEAN Leaders at their 4^th Informal Summit in Singapore in November 2000, aimed at enhancing intra-ASEAN cooperation and integration;

Welcoming the adoption by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers at their 34^th Meeting of the Ha Noi Declaration on Narrowing the Development Gap for Closer ASEAN Integration, which lays down the measures that should be taken in support of the efforts to lessen the developmental gap within the region;

Conscious that an adverse international economic environment and continuing economic difficulties within the region could have political ramifications;

Resolves to:

Strengthen intra-ASEAN cooperation in all fields and with countries outside the region, in order that ASEAN can play a more important role in enhancing peace, security and prosperity within Southeast Asia and the Asia-Pacific region;

Call on ASEAN member countries to implement expeditiously projects in the priority areas identified by the Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI), namely infrastructure, information and communications technology and human resource development in order to bridge the development gap between the older and newer member countries of ASEAN and to enhance ASEAN’s internal cohesion and international competitiveness;

Support cooperation and promote further progress under the ASEAN Regional Forum to enable it to be an effective mechanism in promoting peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific;

Call for the major powers to contribute to the cause of peace, stability and prosperity of the region through maintaining stable relations and greater dialogue and interactions among them and between them and ASEAN member countries, on the basis of the principles of respects for national sovereignty, non-interference in the internal affairs, and mutually of interests;

Support the progress being made towards the adoption of a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea, which would be an important contribution to confidence building in the region;

Reaffirm support for the process of reconciliation, rehabilitation and reconstruction of East Timor;

Encourage countries outside the region to support and eventually accede to the principles of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) and the Protocol to the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapons-Free Zone (SEANWFZ), as an expression of their commitment to the peace and security of the region;

Strengthen cooperation within and outside the region to counter the multi-faceted impacts of globalization as well as to bridge the developmental and technological gap between developed and developing countries, and urge greater participation by developing countries in addressing the positive and negative consequences of globalization in international fora;

Call upon ASEAN parliaments to adopt measures that support regional economic integration, such as cooperation in energy, and environment;

Reiterate its resolve to jointly combat the problems related to transnational crime, drug production and trafficking, piracy, terrorism, including the kidnapping of holiday-makers, illegal migration, illicit trafficking of small arms and explosive materials, money laundering, both at the national level and among the countries of the region;

Reaffirm the ASEAN member countries’ determination to enhance its geo-political and security consultation and cooperation with other countries and groupings, so as to forge a sustained partnership of cooperation for peace and stability of the region, on the basis of the principles of mutual respect, non-interference and mutual interest.

The 22^nd ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization General Assembly

2 – 7 September 2001, Bangkok, Thailand

Res. 22GA/2001/POL-02

RESOLUTION ON LEGISLATIVE CAPACITY

The Twenty-Second General Assembly of AIPO

Recognizing that the legislative branch should be able to effectively perform the basic parliamentary functions including, among other, representation of the people, overseeing the executive branch and public agencies and making laws;

Aware of the differences in terms of resources, information systems and technical support between the legislative and executive branches of government;

Also aware of the need to assist the new ASEAN member countries in their efforts to enhance legislative capacity;

Resolves to urge ASEAN member countries to:

Develop strategies to enhance the legislative capacities and information networks, and to facilitate the exchange of experiences in legislative capacity building, among AIPO member parliaments;

Undertake greater interaction and open discussion between the legislative and executive branches to reach mutual agreements on how to provide enough financial resources for carrying out parliamentary activities, especially through laws or convention that allow the legislative branch to initiate its own budget on a transparent basis.

The 22^nd ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization General Assembly

2 – 7 September 2001, Bangkok, Thailand

Res. 22GA/2001/POL-03

RESOLUTION ON COMBATING CORRUPTION

The Twenty-Second General Assembly of AIPO:

Concerned that corruption continues to undermine the rule of Law and good governance;

Convinced that closer cooperation among ASEAN parliamentarians, relevant agencies and citizen groups is necessary to combat corruption;

Resolves to urge ASEAN member countries to:

Undertake effective measures and formulate more stringent laws to deal with corruption;

Intensify ASEAN cooperation to formulate and share policies and programmes for combating corruption, including the prevention of money-laundering, and mechanism for the repatriation of illegally-obtained wealth;

Strengthen the capacity of ASEAN parliamentary bodies to exercise legislative oversight in the fight against corruption;

Support closer cooperation among relevant agencies of ASEAN countries through support of such activities as regular meetings, workshop, research, and the exchange of information on best practices;

Further enhance the general exchange of information and the dissemination of ideas among ASEAN countries.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

21^st GENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 September 2000, Singapore

Res. 21GA/2000/POL-01

RESOLUTION

ASEAN INTEGRATION

The Twenty-First General Assembly of AIPO:

Recognizing the need to expedite efforts in fulfilling the objectives underlined in the Hanoi Plan of Action (HPA), so as to achieve the ASEAN Vision 2020 and strengthen ASEAN solidarity and cohesiveness;

Noting the efforts being undertaken to support and assist the new ASEAN member countries with their integration into the regional and global trading systems, including the development of the Mekong Basin;

Emphasising the role that regional economic integration play in maintaining the momentum of economic recovery and upholding ASEAN’s international credibility;

Understanding that steady integration of the ASEAN market, driven by regional trade liberalization, is critical in stimulating and sustaining investments in the region, as well as in narrowing the gap in economic development among ASEAN members;

Resolves to:

Appeal to ASEAN member countries to continue their efforts to develop such programs as the Growth Triangles, the Mekong Basin and the setting-up of the ASEAN Human Resources Development (AHRD) Fund, so as to provide the peoples of ASEAN with opportunities to a better livelihood and contribute to regional prosperity and harmony.

Call on the original member countries to assist the new members in equipping themselves with the means to participate in economic integration measures such as the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA), the ASEAN Investment Area (AIA), and e-ASEAN, in order to increase the region’s international economic competitiveness.

Urge member countries to continue eliciting the cooperation and assistance of ASEAN’s Dialogue Partners through development cooperation projects, including the fields of information technology, infrastructure development and human resources training, to accelerate regional economic development and integration.

Encourage member countries to increase personnel exchanges at official and private sector levels so as improve comfort levels, facilitate regional interaction and contribute to regional integration in advancing ASEAN’s development as an organization dedicated to peace and prosperity in the region;

Affirm its support for joint efforts by member countries to promote ASEAN outside the region, in the form of investment missions, trade shows and travel exhibitions, and strengthen ASEAN unity.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

21^st GENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 September 2000, Singapore

Res. 21GA/2000/POL-02

RESOLUTION

GLOBALISATION AND ITS IMPACT ON ASEAN

The Twenty-First General Assembly of AIPO:

Recognizing that globalization is a multi-dimensional phenomenon that has blurred the nexus between economics, politics and security and contribution to the transformation of the regional political and socio-economic environments;

Concerned that the Asian regional economic crisis was the impact of globalization that had negative consequences on ASEAN and the region;

Noting that as a response to the widespread impact of the financial crisis, ASEAN countries have intensified bilateral and regional efforts to undertake the necessary reforms;

Aware that ASEAN member countries must meet the challenges of globalization and the globalization also offers opportunities for ASEAN in the New Economy;

Emphasizing the need for ASEAN countries to strengthen its national resilience so as to promote regional resilience in order to respond effectively to the challenges and opportunities of globalization;

Resolves to:

Strengthen ASEAN cooperation even more both regionally and internationally so that ASEAN would be able to prevent the digital divide from engulfing the region;

Maintain ASEAN’s political and social cohesiveness so that it will remain a strong and credible regional force in the age of globalization;

Call on ASEAN member countries to continue to undertake the necessary structural and financial reforms in their respective countries;

Support the reform of the international financial architecture and review of the roles of international financial institutions and regulatory bodies, in order to strengthen their capability and capacity to contain and resolve future financial crisis;

Appeal to ASEAN member governments to promote national awareness of communication and information technology (IT), and provide support for the training of their respective citizens in IT-related skills, so that the peoples of ASEAN are adequately equipped to cope and compete in an increasingly knowledge-based globalised economy.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

21^st GENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 September 2000, Singapore

Res. 21GA/2000/POL-01

RESOLUTION

ASEAN REGIONAL FORUM (ARF)

The Twenty-First General Assembly of AIPO, having reviewed the regional and international political developments and security issues its last General Assembly in Manila, Philippines in September 1999.

Deems it necessary to state the following:

Reaffirms ASEAN’s commitment to continue to play an important role in the promotion of peace and stability in Southeast Asia and in the wider Asia-Pacific;

Aware that ASEAN’s cooperation with its Dialogue Partners, the ASEAN+3 countries and other members in the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) would contribute to building such a regional environment of peace and stability in Southeast Asia and the wider Asia-Pacific;

Convinced that the ARF will facilitate successful dialogue and discussions on political and security issues of common interest and concern in the Asia-Pacific region.

Encouraged by the positive development in the ARF process, including the Intersessional Support Group (ISG) on Confidence Building Measures (GBMs), the International Meeting on Disaster Relief and other activities which contributed to enhancing mutual confidence and co-operation among countries in the ARF;

Recognize that while CBMs remain the primary focus of the ARF process, the ARF could advance in the development of the overlap between CBMs and preventive diplomacy (PD) as well as the concepts and principles of PD;

Welcomes the entry of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) into the ARF, and the positive developments on the Korean Peninsula, including the increased dialogue and exchanges between the DPRK and several ARF countries;

Resolves to:

Intensify consultation and promote further progress of the ARF as a relevant forum for political and security dialogues and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region;

Encourage ASEAN member countries to continue their efforts to develop the concept and principles of preventive diplomacy that are applicable to the ARF;

Support ASEAN playing a pivotal role in the ARF on political-security issues in the Asia-Pacific region;

Support the on-going initiatives currently undertaken in the ARF pertaining to developing the Concepts and Principles on Preventive Diplomacy, the Enhanced Role of the ARF Chair, the Register of Experts/Eminent Persons, and the discussions on transnational crimes;

Encourage the Nuclear Weapon States to accede to the Protocol to the Southeast Asian Nuclear Weapon Free Zone (SEANWFZ), so that a nuclear-free Southeast Asia could be realized;

Encourage non-Southeast Asian participant in the ARF to support and eventually accede to the principles of the Treaty of Amity Co-operation (TAC), so an expression of their commitment to the promotion of regional peace and stability;

Recommend greater interaction between the ARF and Track II for a, to generate new ideas to move the ARF process forward.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

21^st GENERAL ASSEMBLY

10 – 15 September 2000, Singapore

Res. 21GA/2000/POL-04

RESOLUTION

THE HANOI PLAN OF ACTION (HPA)

The Twenty-First General Assembly of AIPO:

Recognising that the Hanoi Plan of Action (HPA) is an important guide in the realisation of Vision 2020 of an ASEAN as a concern of nations living in peace and prosperity, and a useful document to identify ASEAN’s needs and priorities in key area of cooperation;

Believing that the HPA is a means for ASEAN to renew itself and maintain its relevance as a regional organization in the face of growing global economic competition and the proliferation of transnational problems;

Resolves to:

Call on all ASEAN member countries to continue to support and implement the mechanism encompassed in the HPA, particularly in area such as political and security cooperation, trade and investment liberalization and facilitation as well as in poverty eradication;

Urge ASEAN member countries to hasten the implementation of an deliver concrete and positive progress on the HPA for the mid-term Review at the 2001 ASEAN Summit in Brunei Darussalam.

Support the development of region-wide transportation and communication networks to facilitate freer movement of capital, goods and services in order to strengthen the political and economic linkages between the countries of ASEAN;

Encourage ASEAN member countries to actively involve Dialogue Partner countries and other relevant regional and international organizations in the provision of training, infrastructural support and expertise sharing in development projects supporting the HPA.

Affirm its approval for intensifying regional science and technology development, in order to propel ASEAN as a constructive world player in the knowledge based economy of the 21^st century;

Endorse greater co-operation among ASEAN member countries in addressing environmental protection and sustainable development issues, which include combating haze pollution and ecological destruction, in order for political, economic and social progress in ASEAN to take place in a healthy and bio-diverse environment.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

20^th GENERAL ASSEMBLY

September 19 – 24, 1999, Manila, Philippines

Res. 20GA/99/POL-01

RESOLUTION

ASEAN REGIONAL FORUM

The Twentieth General Assembly :

1. South East Asian Nuclear Weapon Free Zone (SEANWFZ)

Reaffirming that a general and complete disarmament of nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction is essential for the promotion of international peace and security;

Recalling that the SEANWFZ signatories have committed to actively pursue all efforts to achieve the objectives of general and complete disarmament;

Emphasizing that the support of the nuclear weapon states is vital for the effectiveness of the SEANWFZ Treaty;

2. Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC)

Recognizing the importance of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) as a key regional instrument for strengthening security to promote regional peace and stability and enhance mutual cooperation on matters affecting Southeast Asia;

Aware of the need to encourage and facilitate the accession by ASEAN’s Dialogue Partners and other interested countries to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) with a view to developing the TAC into a code of conduct governing relations between Southeast Asian states and those outside the region;

Convinced that the settlement of differences or disputes between member countries should be regulated by rational, effective and sufficiently flexible procedures;

3. South China Sea

Believing that the South China Sea issues remains a potential sources of conflict in the region involving several claimants including ASEAN-member and non-member countries that depend on its vital sealanes for trade and commerce;

Recognizing that the issue involves the conflicting claims of sovereignty over island within the area and the overlapping claims of maritime jurisdiction and control over resources, living and non-living, that are found or believed to exist in the waters and in the seabeds of the South China Sea;

Urging that parties concerned to maintain peace and stability in the area by exercising self-restraint and not taking any actions that might escalate the potential conflict;

Calling for the application of international law, particularly the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, and the 1992 ASEAN Declaration on the South China Sea, in seeking the appropriate and serious settlement of the conflict.

Resolves to :

Urge all signatories of the SEANWFZ Treaty to enhance efforts in securing the support of nuclear weapon states for a nuclear weapon free zone in Southeast Asia;

Urge ASEAN member countries to uphold the fundamental principles of TAC in resolving their differences, avoiding negative attitudes which might hinder cooperation;

Appeal to all concerned parties to set up working groups on confidence-building measures, cooperation, and mutual protection in the South China Sea and to adopt a regional code of conduct on the South China Sea between and among claimant countries, and to settle their respective differences through peaceful means and to ensure free flow of traffic in the sealanes in that area.

Adopted this 22^nd day of September, 1999 in Manila, Philippines.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

20^th GENERAL ASSEMBLY

September 19 – 24, 1999, Manila, Philippines

Res. 20GA/99/POL-02

RESOLUTION

THE HANOI PLAN OF ACTION ON STRENGTHENING

REGIONAL PEACE AND SECURITY

The Twentieth General Assembly :

Noting that the Hanoi Plan of Action is aimed at achieving the main objectives of ASEAN of providing the economic, social and cultural development of the region through cooperative programmes; safeguarding the political and economic stability of the region against big power rivalry; and serving as a forum for the resolution of intra-regional differences;

Recalling that political and security cooperation in ASEAN began early in its formative years that included the declaration in 1971 designating Southeast Asia as Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN), the conclusion of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), and the Declaration of ASEAN Concord in 1986;

Aware of ASEAN’s peaceful intention and commitment to building regional resilience free from any form or manner of interference by outside powers and that the TAC represent a conduct governing the peaceful relations among countries in the region in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations;

Aware further that the Declaration of ASEAN Concord contains the principles and framework for ASEAN cooperation in the political, security, economic and functional fields;

Recognizing the ASEAN Regional Forum as a venue for consultation and dialogue on regional security and framework for confidence building and preventive diplomacy in the region;

Noting that the intra-ASEAN political and security cooperation was advanced in the Special Meeting of the ASEAN Senior Officials;

Citing the ASEAN leaders placing importance on the two-way linkage between peace and development, cooperation and commerce;

Resolves to:

Call on all members of fully support and implement the Hanoi Plan of Action;

Urge ASEAN member countries to explore the possibility of exploiting and consolidating all mechanisms already in place to implement the Hanoi Plan of Action;

Adopted this 22^nd day of September, 1999 in Manila, Philippines.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

20^th GENERAL ASSEMBLY

September 19 – 24, 1999, Manila, Philippines

Res. 20GA/99/POL-03

RESOLUTION

NUCLEAR NON-PROLIFERATION TREATY (NPT) AND

COMPREHENSIVE TEST BAN TREATY (CTBT)

The Twentieth General Assembly :

Noting that the Nuclear Non-proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) have been hailed as instruments for the eventual elimination of nuclear weapons;

Noting that significant progress has been made toward nuclear disarmament with the establishment of nuclear-weapons Free Zones in various regions of the world, and the indefinite extension of the NPT and the signing by 44 states of the CTBT;

Concerned that the recent nuclear test in South Asia has shaken the political stability of the region and had presented a challenge to the fundamental objectives of the two treaties;

Noting that recent developments in creating nuclear-weapons-free zones and initiatives for coordination between state parties to these treaties is a clear manifestation of the opposition of states to nuclear weapons;

Recognizing the importance of the Conference on Disarmament as a multilateral negotiating body which could deal on the issue of the elimination of nuclear weapons and the banning of the nuclear tests;

Resolves to:

Support the current review of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and propose to consider the issue of total elimination of nuclear weapons as having the highest priority in the field of disarmament;

Urge nuclear weapons states (NWS) to commence negotiations on a phased programme for the total elimination of nuclear weapons within a specified framework of time and the promotion of international laws including but not limited to Nuclear Weapons Convention and other internationally binding instrument to provide complete assurance to all non-nuclear weapons states that they will not suffer from or become victims of the use or treat of the use of nuclear weapons;

Support effort of the UN to consolidate nuclear-weapons-free zone treaties for the purpose of creating a unified mechanisms which is enforceable against all members of the international community;

Call on member countries to urge participants in the Conference on Disarmament to include in negotiation efforts, issues for the elimination and destruction of nuclear weapons and the indefinite banning of nuclear tests.

Adopted this 22^nd day of September, 1999 in Manila, Philippines.

19WC-GA/P/98/01

RESOLUTION

OF THE NINETEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

IN KUALA LUMPUR

ON THE

SOUTHEAST ASIA NUCLEAR WEAPON FREE ZONE

(SEANWFZ)

The 19^th General Assembly:

Affirming that the SEANWFZ is a component of ASEAN’s vision to transform the region into a zone of peace, freedom and neutrality, and that its establishment will contribute toward strengthening the security of states within the Zone and towards enhancing international peace and security;

Emphasizing the importance of the SEANWFZ Treaty in advancing the regional and global goals of the nuclear disarmament;

Recalling that the SEANWFZ signatories are commited to general and complete disarmament of nuclear weapons, and to the promotion of international peace and security;

Recognizing that the SEANWFZ Treaty is the first treaty signed by all leaders of the ten countries comprising Southeast Asia;

Recognizing further that the support of the nuclear weapon states is essential for the SEANWFZ Treaty to gain maximum effectiveness;

Noting the increase in number of nuclear weapon free zones in different regions of the world, the 19^th AIPO General Assembly stresses the upholding of the spirit, principle and objective of the 1971 Asean Declaration to establish this region as the Zone of Peace Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN);

Resolves to:

Call on all nuclear weapon states to support ASEAN’s endeavours for nuclear weapon free zone;

Urge ASEAN member countries to work closely with nuclear weapon states on issues affecting nuclear weapon non-proliferation and disarmament.

Dates this 26^th day of August 1998.

19WC-GA/P/98/01

RESOLUTION

OF THE NINETEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

IN KUALA LUMPUR

ON THE

TREATY OF AMITY AND COOPERATION (TAC)

The 19^th General Assembly:

Reaffirming the importance of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) in Southeast Asia in strengthening regional peace and stability;

Recognizing that ASEAN has achieved the practical translation of regional cooperation in the spirit of amity, friendship and cooperation within Southeast Asia with the inclusion of nine members to the association;

Believing that during the regional economic crisis the cohesiveness and unity of ASEAN must be strengthened;

Convinced that early implementation of regional economic, social and political initiatives would accelerate the realization of ASEAN Vision 2020 and reduce the negative impact of external factors on the region’s wellbeing;

Recognising the importance of the Second Protocol Amending the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia for the accession of non-Southeast Asian states to TAC.

Resolves to:

Urge the member countries of ASEAN to continue upholding the fundamental principles of the TAC in resolving their differences if any and reemphasizing their solidarity during this period of unprecedented regional economic crisis in order to accelerate economic recovery in the region and to further strengthen the foundation for a prosperous and peaceful Southeast Asia;

Support all ASEAN’s efforts to commit non-Southeast Asian countries to friendly and constructive relations in the region.

Dated this 26^th day of August 1998.

19WC-GA/P/98/01

RESOLUTION

OF THE NINETEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

IN KUALA LUMPUR

ON THE

NUCLEAR NON-PROLIFERATION TREATY (NPT)

AND COMPREHENSIVE TEST BAN TREATY (CTBT)

The 19^th General Assembly:

Acknowledging that the NPT established as universal regime by the international community to stem the spread of nuclear weapons;

Attaching importance to the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction;

Recognizing the importance of the work of the Conference on Disarmament (CD) towards a nuclear weapon free world and the increasing interest of countries to become members of the Conference;

Noting with satisfaction progress made towards nuclear disarmament with the establishment of Nuclear Weapons Free Zones in various regions of the world, the indefinite extension of the NPT and the signing of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT);

Resolves to:

Endorse the 31^st Asean Ministerial Meeting’s (AMM’s) call on States especially the nuclear weapon states to fulfill their obligations and commitments, particularly those related to Article VI of the NPT;

Further Endorse the 31^st AMM’s call for a Nuclear Weapons Convention and the commencement of negotiations in the CD on a phased programme for the complete elimination of nuclear weapons within a time-frame;

Support the expansion of the membership of the CD to include countries in the region;

Call on all countries which have not done so to adhere to the NPT and the CTBT towards the establishment of a nuclear weapon free world;

Deplore the nuclear tests conducted in South Asia.

Dated this 26^th day August, 1998.

19WC-GA/P/98/04

RESOLUTION

OF THE NINETEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

IN KUALA LUMPUR

ON THE

MIDDLE EAST PEACE NEGOTATION

The 19^th General Assembly:

Reaffirming its support for the Middle East Peace Process within the framework of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 242, 338, 425 and 478;

Recalling the other relevant UN Security Council and General Assembly Resolutions on Jerusalem, including those of the Tenth Emergency Special Session;

Acknowledging the concern of the international community regarding the peaceful resolution of the tensions;

Resolves to:

Call on all parties concerned to ensure the continuation of negotiations in all its tracks;

Urge the implementation of all pledges, commitments and obligations made by the parties to the Madrid Conference and the Oslo Accord which significant emphasized the principle of land-for-peace;

Reiterate its demand that Israel take immediate steps to stop the building of a new settlement at Jabel Abu Ghaneim and similar activities in the West Bank;

Condemn the decision of 21^st June 1998 by Israel to expand the borders of Jerusalem and extend municipal authority over a number of Israel settlements and call for the revocation of the decision.

Dated this 26^th day of August, 1998.

19WC-GA/P/98/05

RESOLUTION

OF THE NINETEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

IN KUALA LUMPUR

ON THE

KOSOVO CONFLICT

The 19^th General Assembly:

Expressing its deep concern over the latest situation in the Balkan Region between the ruling Serbs and ethnic Albanians in Kosovo, and its wish for an early resolution of the conflict;

Deploring the recent upsurge in violence, house-burning and artillery attacks against the civilian population of Kosovo;

Recalling Resolution 1160 of the United Nations Security Council on Kosovo calling on member-states to prevent the sale of arms and related materials;

Recognizing that the resolution reflected the United Nations desire to prevent conflict from spilling over to other countries;

Sympathising with the affected neighbouring governments and people as they continue to forbear with the extremely difficult situation;

Lauding the initiatives of the Contact Group Countries in leading the peace efforts in the Kosovo issue;

Resolves to:

Call on the international community and all parties concerned to bring about an immediate cessation of hostilities, the return of refuges to their lawful homes and the initiation of talks aimed at reaching a political solution.

Dated this 26^th day of August, 1998.

19WC-GA/P/98/06

RESOLUTION

OF THE NINETEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

IN KUALA LUMPUR

ON POST-ELECTION STALEMATE IN CAMBODIA

The 19^th General Assembly:

Noting with satisfaction and gratification that the recent general elections in Cambodia were conducted and concluded in a free, fair, credible and peaceful manner;

Acknowledging that none of the parties participating in the general election has won a two-third majority seats in Parliament in order to form a government as required by the Constitution of the Kingdom of Cambodia;

Realising that if no government is formed soon, the stalemate will continue and may lead to undesirable consequences;

Hoping that the people of Cambodia after a very long period of suffering may enjoy a peaceful and prosperous life under a stable government;

Resolves to :

Appeal to all parties involved in the Cambodia general election to co-operation I order to find a peaceful and lasting solution;

Urge leaders of Cambodia to close ranks and hold a reconciliatory meeting as soon as possible with a view to forming a stable and strong government for the welfare and well-being of the people;

Express our hope that the Cambodia Parliament will soon be formed to enable them to join future AIPO General Assemblies for the benefit and well-being of her people.

Dated this 26^th day of August, 1998.

18^th AIPO Working Committee and General Assembly

September 1 – 6, 1997, Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia.

RESOLUTION NO. RES. 18GA/97/P

OF THE EIGHTEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

POLITICAL AND SECURITY MATTERS

The Eighteenth General Assembly:

Recognizing that regional security can be attained more effectively through diplomacy and cooperation to deal with challenges from outside the region rather than through power competition and military alliance;

Convinced that any form of diplomacy and cooperation is accepted as the most effective measure to create security and stability;

Further convinced that prosperity and continuous economic progress in Southeast Asia could only be guaranteed through the maintenance of security and stability;

Considers the importance of the following:

1. Regional Peace and Security

A. Situation in Southeast Asia

Believes in efforts to promote political and economic cooperation to guarantee regional peace and security;

Reiterates ASEAN’s commitment to further implement the principles and objectives of ASEAN toward regional peace and security enshrined in the ASEAN Declaration of 1971 in the implementation of the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) and the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC);

Encourages ASEAN countries to guarantee security and stability in the region through consultations, dialogues, consensus building and cooperation rather than through conflict and hostility.

B. ASEAN-10

Notes the emergence of the Southeast Asian community and significant role of ASEAN’s international relations;

Welcomes the establishment of the ASEAN Foundation in order to promote the awareness of ASEAN and encourages people-to people interaction among ASEAN countries;

Foresees the future when all Southeast Asian countries become members of ASEAN;

Calls for support to enhance cooperation and solidarity amongst ASEAN countries and between ASEAN and non-ASEAN countries.

C. Current Situation in Cambodia

Notes the regretful postponement of Cambodia’s membership into ASEAN due to recent development that took place within the country;

Further notes the basic principle of the 1991 peace agreement that has been concluded in Paris in terms of both letter and spirit;

Support efforts taken by ASEAN in trying to contribute toward the restoration of the Cambodia’s political stability and looks forward to the forthcoming free and fair general election;

Refuses any kind of foreign intervention, especially that uses leverage and economic embargo.

D. ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF)

Notes with satisfaction the progress of the ASEAN Regional (ARF) since its historic first meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, July 1994 and the success of the fourth ARF meeting in Subang Jaya, Malaysia, July 1997;

Notes further the active participation of the ASEAN countries as well as non-ASEAN countries in the ARF and their common interest in peace, security and prosperity in the region;

Warmly welcomes and supports the evolutionary steps from confidence building measures to preventive diplomacy;

Believes in the ARF that has already emerged as an effective consultative forum to promote endeavors in developing mutual trust amongst the participant countries;

Calls for ASEAN to actively use this forum to forge mutual trust and openness through consensual approach and dialogue on regional security and to continue its role as the driving force in the ARF.

E. South China Sea

Recognizes that there are prevailing disputes in the South China Sea, which continue to be a great sources of concern to stability and security in the region;

Reaffirm ASEAN’s belief upon principles enshrined in the ASEAN Declaration on the South China Sea and its positive contribution to the alleviation of tension in the region;

Notes bilateral consultations between countries in magnifying significant regional peace and stability;

Welcomes the outcome of cooperation that has been accomplished through the ARF consultation forum;

Reaffirms its active support for the series of workshop on Managing Potential Conflict in the South China Sea sponsored by Indonesia;

Further reaffirms the ratification of the code of conduct in the South China Sea lays foundation for long-term stability and serves to promote mutual understanding amongst the claimants;

Advocates the ASEAN – People’s Republic of China eminent persons meeting on law of the sea in order to discuss the South China Sea matters as well as activities conducted by relevant working groups on the South China Sea;

Underlines the necessity of holding meetings amongst ASEAN countries on the South China Sea based on the existing ASEAN’s common position;

Calls on all states concerned to examine the option of declaring the South China Sea islets as demilitarized zones and to find ways and means of promoting the cooperative development protection and conservation of the resources in the area, coordination of search and rescue operation efforts towards combating piracy and armed robbery as well as collaboration in the campaign against illicit trafficking in drugs;

F. South East Asia Nuclear Weapon Free Zone (SEANWFZ)

Warmly welcomes the entry into force of the Treaty of the South East Asia Nuclear Weapon Free Zone on 27^th March 1997;

Affirms ASEAN’s view that the treaty on the South East Asia Nuclear Weapon Free Zone is a significant basis for establishing the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) and is an important element towards the achievement of regional peace, stability and prosperity;

Notes ASEAN’s efforts in negotiations with nuclear weapon countries in the issue of nuclear weapon countries accession to the protocol of the Treaty;

Calls on nuclear countries to support ASEAN’s endeavor to abide by the Treaty’s protocol.

G. Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC)

Notes the desire of countries outside the region to take part in the TAC;

Notes the emergence of problems due to the absence of modalities or instruments of law for countries outside the region of Southeast Asia to associate with the TAC;

Underlines the needs of modalities or instrument of law regarding the association to the TAC for the countries outside the region.

II. Situation on International Politics

A. Asia-Pacific

Concurs that in order to achieve and maintain economic development, political cooperation is important to sustain peace and stability in the region;

Notes the role played by the Asia Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF) in forming a reliable forum for the parliamentary members in the Asia-Pacific region;

Calls on all countries in the region to maintain long-standing tradition of consultation and consensus in dealing with security and political matters to achieve common strategic interests, including military, political, economic and social matters;

Calls on efforts to promote controlled and constructive patterns of relationship on the Asia-Pacific region to ensure cooperation and prosperity useful for community’s peace security and development in the region as well as in the world.

B. Ban on Anti-Personnel Land Mines.

Affirms world-wide attempts toward the conclusion of a comprehensive treaty banning the use production transfer and stockpiling land mines;

Realizes that there is continuing disagreement amongst countries on the use of anti-personnel land mines and the need to intensify on-going efforts to seek a solution;

Notes the 101 signatories of the Brussels Declaration as the preliminary preparation toward an agreement on anti-personnel land mines prohibition to be ratified in Ottawa, Canada;

Further notes the large number of victims of land mines in various places in the world during and after war periods and the remaining attempts to hamper the conclusion of the process to the prohibition;

C. Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT)

Believes that long-term nuclear tests by nuclear states would waste all the success achieved from the extension of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in May 1995 that expected to pave the way toward complete elimination of nuclear weapons;

Agrees that the CTBT is an important step toward complete nuclear disarmament;

Recognizes the needs of all countries involved to achieve the objectives stated in the Final Document of the Review Conference on the Extension of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty 1995;

Underlines the importance of the effective and comprehensive implementation of the NPT for the maintenance of the regional and global peace and security;

Affirms that every nuclear test conducted by any country as a violation to the spirit of the NPT and calls on the nuclear powers to exercise self-restraint regarding this matter;

Calls on nuclear weapon countries to vigorously pursue negotiations as enlightened on the Article VI of the NPT;

Regrets the unwillingness of some countries to sign the NPT;

Further regrets the sub-critical nuclear test conducted by the government of the United States of America on July 2, 1997 and the decision to pursue the next tests;

Supports the preliminary conclusion of the negotiations on CTBT in 1996 to ban all kinds of nuclear tests;

Support ASEAN in extending cooperation to nuclear weapon states in pursuant of the nuclear weapons non-proliferation policy and its monitoring mechanism in order to prevent nuclear tests and nuclear weapons proliferation;

Calls on nuclear weapon states to comply with agreements and regulations to end nuclear tests as well as to end their double standard in their nuclear politics.

D. Korean peninsula

Recognizes the 1953 Armistice Agreement to establish peace and stability in the region;

Warmly welcomes all serious efforts to re-open dialogue between the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the Republic of Korea (ROK, including the four-party talks;

Affirms ASEAN’s commitment to participate proactively in the struggle for world peace and prosperity;

Supports the international consortium’s initiatives in the continuation of economic aids to the DPRK and in the trust building mechanism between the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the Republic of Korea (ROK) to materialize a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula, which eventually may lead to negotiations between the two countries to establish peace;

Persuades the international community to enhance support and contribute to the Korean Peninsula for Energy Development Organization (KEDO);

Calls on all parties not to consider was as solution for domestic problems and threatening situations.

E. Bosnia-Herzegovina

Recognizes the Dayton peace Agreement and the General Framework of Peace Agreement in Bosnia-Herzegovina;

Notes various impediments against the implementation of the Agreement;

Underlines the importance of endeavors taken to develop and maintain an understanding that has played a significant role in establishing peace in the region up to present;

Calls on all parties to adhere to the Agreement’s regulations;

Advocates efforts taken to uphold international justice and economic reconstruction in Bosnia-Herzegovina.

F. Middle East

Affirms the United Nations Resolution 242, 338 and 425 regarding a comprehensive resolution on the Middle east;

Notes the slow progress on the implementation of the peace agreements and resolutions in the Middle East’s conflict settlement and of the uncertain future of Palestinians;

Strongly urges the Israel leaders to revoke their decision to make Jerusalem the capital and an integrated part of Israel and firmly believes that it would only deviate those on peaceful conflict resolution;

Further strongly urges the United States Congress to revoke their decisions to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and to remove the United States Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in the end of the year 1999;

Concerns that evolving situation is counter-productive against the Madrid and Oslo peace agreements;

Supports the idea to establish the Middle east a s a zone free of nuclear weapon and other weapons of mass destruction as well as to underway an economic reconstruction as a just peaceful comprehensive and everlasting solution on the Middle East problems;

Calls on Israel to withdraw unconditionally from the occupied Arab territories as soon as possible to cease immediately the construction of the settlements to stop the use of force as well as to respect the sovereignty and inalienable rights of the Palestinian people;

Calls on the United Nations and the international community to put pressure on Israel so that the latter complies with all available international agreements that have been concluded and return to the negotiating table.

17^th AIPO Working Committee and General Assembly

16^th – 21^st September 1996, Phuket, Thailand

DRES.17GA/3.1

FINAL DRAFT RESOLUTION

OF THE SEVENTEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

POLITICAL AND SECURITY ISSUES

The Seventeenth General Assembly:

Realizing that regional security can be achieved more speedily through diplomatic initiatives and cooperation that through military alliances and ideological alignments;

Convinced that dialogues, consultations and cooperation are gaining acceptance as the most effective means for achieving security and stability;

Further convinced that Southeast Asian economic prosperity can be guaranteed only if its security and stability are assured and maintained;

Deems it necessary to state the following:

I. Regional Peace and Security

A. Situation in Southeast Asia

Believing in the enhancement of efforts for political and economic cooperation to secure regional peace and security;

Reaffirms ASEAN’s determination to explore ways and means to further realize ASEAN’s principles and objectives on regional peace and security as contained in the ASEAN’s Declaration of 1971 on the establishment of the Zone of Peace, Fredom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) and the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC);

Encourage ASEAN member countries to ensure stability and security in the region through consultation, dialogue, consensus and cooperation rather than resorting to contention and conflict.

B. ASEAN-10

Noting the significance of the establishment of a unified Southeast Asian community through membership in ASEAN to serve as a major player in international relations;

Noting further the intensification of ASEAN’s relations with the increase participation of Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar in ASEAN affairs as a prelude to their joining ASEAN;

Looking forward to the future when all Southeast Asian nations shall have become members of ASEAN;

Calls for support for enhanced cooperation and solidarity among the future ASEAN-10, and expanded relations with non-ASEAN members.

C. ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF)

Noting with satisfaction the progress of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) since its historic inaugural meeting in Bangkok in July 1994 and the successful outcome of the Third ARF in Jakarta in July 1996;

Noting further the active participation in the ARF of the members of ASEAN Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and others with interest in the peace, security and prosperity of the region;

Convinced that ARF has become an effective consultative forum for promoting confidence building among the participants;

Urges ASEAN to actively use the forum for building trust, confidence and transparency through dialogues on regional security and to continue to be the main driving force of the ARF.

D. South China Sea

Convinced that the prevailing disputes in the South China Sea continue to be a source of concern for the stability and security of the region;

Reaffirming ASEAN’s faith in the principles contained in the ASEAN Declaration on the South China Sea and its positive contribution to a significant reduction of tension in the region;

Noting the bilateral consultations between some countries to enhance significantly the peace and stability in the region;

Reaffirming active support for the Indonesia-sponsored workshop series on Managing Potential Conflicts in the South China Sea;

Reaffirming further ASEAN’s endorsement of a regional code of conduct in the South China Sea which would lay the foundation for long term stability in the area and foster understanding among the claimants;

Urges all parties to refrain from taking provocative acts in the region and to resolve their differences peacefully, in accordance with the recognized principles of international law in general and the UNCLOS of 1982 in particular, and without resorting to force but through bilateral and multilateral consultations that contribute to confidence-building and joint economic development.

E. SEANWFZ

Affirming ASEAN’s view that the Treaty on Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) is an important milestone in establishing the region as a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) and a contribution to regional peace, stability and prosperity;

Noting ASEAN’s efforts for the accession by the nuclear weapon states to the Protocol of the SEANWFZ Treaty;

Underlines the need to expedite the ratification of the SEANWFZ Treaty by signatory countries;

Calls on all nuclear weapons states to support ASEAN’s efforts by accesing to the Protocol of the Treaty.

II. International Political Situation

A. Asia-Pacific Region

Agreeing that in order to achieve and sustain economic development, political cooperation is necessary to ensure peace and stability of the region;

Noting the roles played by the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF) in building a credible forum for parliamentarians of the Asia-Pacific region;

Urges all countries in the region to explore ways to consolidate its tradition of consultation and consensus on political and security matters for common strategic interest which are envisaged to encompass military, political, economic and social aspects;

Calls for the building of a predictable and constructive pattern of relations in the Asia-Pacific which would ensure cooperation and prosperity in order to contribute to peace, security and development in the region and its peoples, as well as in world.

B. Korean Peninsula

Affirming the commitment of ASEAN to be positively involved in international affairs by exerting all efforts to contribute to the peace and prosperity of the world;

Commending the initiative of international consortia to extend economic assistance and build confidence with the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to make the Korean Peninsula nuclear-free;

Appeals to the international community to support the significant role of the Korean Peninsula Energy Development Organization (KEDO) in the resolution of the nuclear issue in the region;

Urges the early resumption of peaceful and direct dialogue between the two Koreas with a view of achieving national reunification.

C. Middle East

Noting with deep concern the deteriorating conditions in the Middle East caused partly by the expansion of Jewish settlements in the occupied territories which undermines the agreed principle for the achievement of peace in the area;

Urges the continuation of negotiation between Israel and Arab countries towards a peaceful and lasting resolution of all outstanding conflicts in the region;

Calls on the parties to honor fully their commitments under the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO)-Israel Declaration of Principles on Interim Self-Government of 1993, and to resume the permanent status negotiations covering all the issues on which they had agreed to negotiate;

Deplores the use of violence and terrorism by any country or party in the region and support all efforts towards combating terrorism;

Supports the idea of making the Middle East region a nuclear weapon-free zone and free other weapons of mass destruction;

Further supports the on going multilateral negotiations between Israel and the PLO, Jordan, Syria and Lebanon and the economic reconstruction efforts in the region to advance and realize a just, comprehensive, peaceful and lasting solution to the Middle East problem.

D. Bosnia-Herzegovina

Welcoming the Dayton Peace Accord and the signing of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia-Herzegovina;

Recognizing the challenges attendant to the implementation of the Agreement;

Supports the efforts of the international community through the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s (NATO) Implementation Force (IFOR) in bringing about a peaceful and comprehensive settlement of the dispute;

Reiterates the ASEAN position calling for the lifting of the United Nations arms embargo imposed on Bosnia-Herzegovina;

Further reiterates the importance of confidence-building measures and the maintenance of those factors that had contributed to the current relatively peaceful condition in the area;

Urges all parties concerned to strictly adhere to the provisions of the Agreement;

Calls for the enforcement of international justice through the International War Crimes Tribunal to bring to trial all individuals guilty of war crimes such as ethic-cleansing;

Further supports the economic reconstruction efforts for Bosnia-Herzegovina.

E. Nuclear Non-Proliferation treaty (NPT) and Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) Negotiations.

Recognizing the importance of full and effective implementation of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) in promoting regional and global peace and security;

Believing that the continued nuclear testing by some nuclear weapons states would nullify the gains derived from the indefinite extension of the NPT in May 1995, which is envisaged as a catalyst for the total abolition of nuclear weapons;

Recognizing further the need for all State Parties to strive to strive to achieve the objectives set forth in the Final Document of the 1995 Review and Extension Conference of the Parties to the NPT;

Supports the early conclusion of the negotiation on the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) in 1996 to ban all nuclear tests;

Deplores any nuclear testing by any nation as a violation of the spirit of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), which calls for utmost restraint by nuclear weapons states;

Urges the holding of a conference on nuclear weapons for the purpose of binding all states to fulfill the obligation under Article VI of the NPT to undertake “negotiations in good faith” in effective measures relating to nuclear disarmament and as a step to prove that an indefinite extension of the NPT was not to legitimize forever the production and use or treat of use of nuclear weapons by some countries but to begin a timeline within which to realize the complete abolition of nuclear weapons;

Further Urges ASEAN to work closely with the nuclear weapons states on issues affecting non-proliferation and arms control to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons.

F. Restructuring of the United Nations.

Recognizing the importance of reforming and restructuring of the United Nations in the economic, social and related fields in order to effectively meet the challenges and development priorities of developing countries in this era of globalization;

Reiterates the importance of reforming and restructuring of the United Nations including the expansion of the Security Council based upon the principles of democratization and equitable geographical representation so as to democratize its working and strengthen its effectiveness.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

RES.16GA/95/11

RESOLUTION

POLITICAL AND SECURITY ISSUES

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The Sixteenth General Assembly of AIPO reviewed the regional and international political and economic developments since its last General Assembly in Manila, Philippines in September 1994;

Noting with satisfaction the positive results achieved at the 28^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in July 1995 to enhance ASEAN cooperation in line with the decisions taken by the 4^th Meeting of the Heads of ASEAN Government in Singapore in January 1992;

Reaffirming its strong commitment to the purposes and principles enshrined in the United Nations (UN) Charter in particular the principles of the non-use force or the threat of the use of force, non-interference in the internal affairs of other states, respect for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of states and peaceful settlement of disputes;

Deems it necessary to state the following:

A. Regional Peace and Security

Reaffirms ASEAN’s commitment to move towards a higher plane of political and economic cooperation to secure regional peace and stability, as agreed by the ASEAN Heads of Government at the 1992 ASEAN Summit;

Convinced that ASEAN’s cooperation with its Dialogue and Consultative Partners, and Observers in the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) would contribute to building a predictable and constructive pattern of relations in the Asia-Pacific;

Further convinced that the ARF will facilitate successful dialogue and discussion on political and security issues of common interest and concern in the Asia-Pacific region, and that ASEAN should continue to play a pivotal role in the ARF;

Believes that the realization of the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-free Zone, and the association of extra-regional countries to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia would enhance peace and stability in the region;

Reaffirms ASEAN’s commitment to the 1992 ASEAN Declaration on the South China Sea, and the settlement of the South China Sea disputes in accordance with international law, including UN Conference on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS);

Expresses concern over recent developments in the South China Sea;

Calls on all parties to safeguard the freedom of navigation and aviation through the South China Sea;

Encourages all parties to settle the disputes peacefully and without resort to force through bilateral and multilateral dialogues, including the Indonesian-sponsored Workshop series on Managing Potential Conflicts in the South China Sea.

B. International Political Situation

1. Bosnia

Views with deep concern the situation in Bosnia-Herzegovina and remains committed to support efforts by the international community aimed at bringing about a peaceful settlement of the dispute among the parties concerned;

Supports the call by ASEAN Foreign Ministers for the lifting of the UN arms embargo imposed on Bosnia-Herzegovina as called for in UNGA resolution 49/10 adopted on 3 November 1994;

Urges the UN Security Council and other concerned parties to bring the conflicting parties to the negotiating table.

2. Middle east Peace Talks.

Welcome the progress made in the Middle East peace process, in particular the implementation of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO)-Israel Declaration of Principles on Interim Self-government Arrangements of 1993;

Further welcomes the signing of the peace treaty between Israel and Jordan which is an important step towards a just, comprehensive and lasting peace in the Middle East and the ongoing discussions between Syria and Israel;

Urges the continuation of peace talks and direct negotiations between Arab countries and Israel towards a peaceful, lasting and comprehensive settlement of the Middle East problem.

3. Nuclear Non-Proliferation

Affirms the importance of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) in promoting international peace and security;

Welcomes the outcome of the recent 1995 Review and Extension Conference of the Parties to NPT;

Urges all States Parties to the NPT, in particular the Nuclear Weapons States, to work towards the conclusion of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty by 1996.

4 Korean Peninsula

Welcomes the positive outcome of the talks held in Kuala Lumpur between the United States and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) in the hope that this would to the full implementation of the agreed Framework reached in Geneva;

Reaffirms ASEAN’s belief that resuming the dialogue between the DPRK and the Republic of Korea is a critical step forward to peace and security in the Korean Peninsula.

5. Restructuring of the UN

Affirms the important role of the UN and its contribution to the maintenance of international peace and security;

Further affirms the need to ensure that the UN remains at the centre to efforts to enhance international economic cooperation for development;

Recognizes the need to ensure that the UN Security Council in order to make it more responsive and more relevant to the present global realities;

Affirms also the importance of elaborating on the Agenda for Development as the basis for addressing the needs and priorities of developing countries;

Welcomes ASEAN’s support for the position of the Non-Aligned Movement and the Group of 77, that the UN organizations which promote and enhance international economic cooperation for sustained economic growth and sustainable development on a global basis including the UN Conference Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the UN Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), should be strengthened.

C. Measures to realize the vision of ASEAN-10

Recognizes the vision of ASEAN’s founding fathers to establish a unified Southeast Asian Community through common membership in ASEAN which is emerging a s major player in international relations;

Welcomes the admission of Vietnam into ASEAN on 28 July 1995 and its subsequent admission into AIPO;

Further welcomes the expansion of ASEAN’s relations with Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar as a prelude to their joining the organization when they are ready.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization

15^th AIPO Working Committee and General Assembly

Manila, Philippines, September 19 – 24, 1994

RESOLUTION NO. 15GA/94/RES-P-1

OF THE FIFTEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

POLITICAL AND SECURITY ISSUES

The Fifteenth General Assembly:

A. Regional Political Situation

1. ASEAN Peace Initiatives

Reaffirming ASEAN countries support for ZOPFAN and SEANWFZ as twin measures to realize ASEAN’s objectives of promoting regional peace and stability;

Noting the move of certain non-ASEAN countries to accede to TACSEA;

Convinced that the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) will facilitate successful dialogues in political and security cooperation in the Asia Pacific region;

Calls for the endorsement and review of these ASEAN initiatives in the context of chartering new directions to maximize economic initiatives for the progress and prosperity of ASEAN member countries.

2. Regional Cooperation in the South China Sea

Welcomes the commitment of countries directly concerned to jointly negotiate by peaceful means, without resort to force, to resolve their disputes and differences;

Commends all parties concerned to apply the principles contained in the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in South East Asia as the basis for establishing a code of international conduct in the South China Sea;

Further commends the initiative of the Indonesian Government in organizing regular series of Workshop on Managing Potential Conflicts in the South China Sea;

Invites all parties concerned to subscribe to the ASEAN Declaration on the South China Sea signed in Manila, on 22 July 1992;

Further invites all parties concerned to negotiate joint ventures on marine and scientific research as well as ecotourism and fisheries development in the area;

3. Measures to realize the vision of SEA-10

Welcomes the efforts to establish a unified Southeast Asian Community through common membership in ASEAN which will emerge as major player in international relations;

Fully supports the integration of Vietnam into ASEAN and favors the expanding of ASEAN relations with Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia as a prelude to their joining the organization when they are ready;

Affirms the importance of duly-constituted governments for ensuring peace and stability in the region;

Views with concern the recent attempt to overthrow the legitimate government in Cambodia and supports the efforts of the Cambodian people in normalizing and rebuilding their society.

4. AIPO Delegations to Countries in the Asia Pacific Region

Considers the sending at an appropriate time of AIPO Delegation to Asia Pacific countries such as North Korea, South Korea, Myanmar and Cambodia for the promotion of better relations and understanding;

B. International Political Situation

1. Bosnia

Views with deep concern the situation in the former Yugoslavia and remains committed to support efforts of the international community aimed at bringing about a peaceful settlement of the dispute among the parties concerned;

Abides by the international law principles of respect for sovereignty of nations and denounces the repeated violations of human rights of Bosnina Muslim;

Condemns the practice of ethnic cleansing against the Muslim and supports the ASEAN position calling for the lifting of the arms embargo to enable the Muslims to arm themselves in defense against Serbian aggression;

Commends the efforts of the UN Security Council, the United States, the Russian Federation and the Western alliance to bring the concerned parties to the negotiating table.

2. Rwanda

Expresses deep concern over the tragic events in Rwanda and the deplorable conditions in refuges camps;

Commends the UN, governments, non-governmental organizations and the international community for the humanitarian assistance that has been extended to Rwanda;

Urges all sides to respect and support the UN initiatives, including peace-keeping efforts;

Further urges the international community to continue providing more humanitarian assistance to alleviate the sufferings of the Rwandans and to address the grave problems caused by the massive influx of refugees to neighboring countries.

3. Haiti

Supports the peaceful settlement of the situation in Haiti.

4. Middle East Peace Talks

Welcomes the signing of the historic peace accord between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO);

Further welcomes the signing of an agenda between Israel and Jordan which is an important step towards a just, comprehensive and lasting peace in the Middle East;

Urges the continuation of peace talks and direct negotiations between Arab countries and Israel towards a peaceful and lasting solution to the Middle East problem;

Welcomes the call for contributions from concerned countries in putting together a financial package for the a successful implementation of the peace accord;

Urges the United Nations to assume a fundamental role in the peace negotiations and ensure that its resolutions serve as terms of reference for subsequent peace conferences.

5. South Africa

Welcomes the historic victory of the South African people over Apartheid and the establishment of a non-racial and democratically elected government in that country;

Expresses satisfaction with the election of Nelson Mandela, ending formally the exclusive white rule of South Africa and paving the way for a non-racial and majority ruled South Africa;

Calls for the promotion and strengthening of closer political and economic ties with the new Government of South Africa.

6 United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)

Affirms commitment to enter into peaceful negotiations for the purpose of concluding agreements, both bilateral and multilateral, for the delimitation of national boundaries in areas where overlapping claims result from the provisions of UNCLOS on delimitations of territorial seas, exclusive economic zones and continental shelves of states.

7. Restructuring of the UN

Endorses the proposal for the restructuring and reformation of the United Nations, including a redetermination of the membership of the Security Council, in order to make it more responsive and more relevant to the present global realities.

8. Multilateral Extradition Agreement

Notes with appreciation the draft resolution on the “need for an extradition treaty among ASEAN member countries covering narcotics, drug trafficking and other drug-related offenses” submitted by the Philippines;

Establishes an Ad Hoc Working Group to study the possibility of a draft model agreement on extradition among ASEAN countries covering narcotics, drug trafficking and other drug-related offenses.

Adopted this 23^rd day of September, 1994, at Manila, Philippines.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization

15^th AIPO Working Committee and General Assembly

Manila, Philippines, September 19 – 24, 1994

RESOLUTION NO. 15GA/94/RES-P-2

OF THE FIFTEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

THE NEED FOR AN EXTRADITION TREATY AMONG

ASEAN MEMBER COUNTRIES COVERING NARCOTICS,

DRUG TRAFFICKING AND OTHER DRUG-RELATED OFFENSES

The Fifteenth General Assembly:

Recognizing that the problem of narcotics and drug trafficking remains a serious concern for all ASEAN countries;

Recognizing further that a constant threat is posed by drug abuse and the insidious social and financial consequences brought by illicit trafficking in drugs;

Noting that criminal groups engaged in drug trafficking area using some countries as vital drug transit areas due to their strategic location in international air and sea routes;

Noting further that the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization’s (AIPO’s) 12^th Working Committee and General Assembly emphasized the aggravating peril of the narcotic drugs problem especially the widespread use of various kinds of drugs and the well-organized illicit traffic crimes which caused a serious threat to mankind;

Noting furthermore that for a more effective control of drug trafficking, the AIPO member countries in its committee meeting on common legislation on narcotic, drug abuse and rehabilitation held at Kuala Lumpur on August 24 – 26, 1992 has agreed in principles that “the ASEAN member countries should formulate legislation providing for a uniform scheme of extradition between then in order to ensure that each member country is not a safe haven for any fugitive offender involved in drug trafficking;

Realizing that enforcement of local laws become futile when drug traffickers hide behind the veil of the territorial sovereignty of their countries of origin due to the absence of bilateral or multilateral extradition agreement between them and among affected countries;

Reiterates the need to further tighten legislation and enforcement of laws on drug trafficking and drug abuse;

Directs Working Committee on Political Matters to convene and Ad Hoc Working Group to study the need for a draft ASEAN model agreement on extradition covering narcotics, drug trafficking and other-related offenses, and if there is a need, to recommend a draft model agreement.

Adopted this 23^rd day of September, 1994 at Manila, Philippines.

ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization

14^th AIPO Working Committee and General Assembly

September 19 – 26, 1993, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

RESOLUTION

POLITICAL MATTERS

THE FOURTEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

A. REGIONAL MATTERS :

1. STRAITS OF MALACCA

Calls for cooperation in the Straits of Malacca which has over the years seen an increasing volume of traffic, given its strategic and commercial importance;

Urges for cooperation of all ASEAN members to counter risks and responsibilities of the Straits;

Invites all parties to address the safety navigation, marine pollution, spillage and piracy in the Straits of Malaca.

2. CAMBODIA

Welcomes the New Constitution of Cambodia;

Further Welcomes the fruitful solution to the Cambodia problems by way of national re-conciliation whereby Prince Sihanouk had been reinstated as the King of Cambodia;

Expresses confidence in the formation of Provisional National Government of Cambodia (PNGC) as a precursor to the fully constituted Cambodia Government of national reconciliation based on the New Constitution;

Urges all concerned parties to refrain from acts which might lead to renewed hostilities in Cambodia;

Realizing the need to provide emergency financial assistance in support of Cambodia in its reconstruction and development efforts;

Urges the United Nations to allocate financial assistance to Cambodia for its reconstruction and development;

Further Urges ASEAN and other countries to further assist the reconstruction and development of Cambodia.

3. INDOCHINESE ASYLUM SEEKERS

Expresses concern that problems still remain in the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan of Action (CPA) by the International Conference an Indochinese Refugees in Geneva, 13 – 14 June 1989;

Stresses that need to address the problem of “residuals” urgently as tens of thousands of asylum seekers still remain in the camps in the region;

Regrets the substantial cut in the budget for CPA activities which inter-alia has hampered its full implementation within the time frame agreed to;

Urges strongly the international community to provide the UNHCR and other organization/agencies concerned with eh necessary financial resources to ensure the implementation;

Further Urges Indochinese countries and the UN to expedite the repatriation and the resettlement of refugees in the region.

4. SOUTH CHINA SEA

Is of the view that in regard to the situation in the South-China Sea, countries directly involved in the disputes should resolve any sovereignty and jurisdictional issues through dialogues and peaceful negotiations;

Welcomes the commitment of countries directly concerned to jointly negotiate by peaceful means to resolve the disputes and differences;

Urges all parties concerned to promote a positive climate of close cooperation in the South China Sea relating to the safety of maritime navigation and communication, protection against pollution of the marine environment, coordination of search and rescue operations, combating piracy and armed robbery as well as collaboration in the campaign against illicit drugs trafficking without prejudicing the sovereignty and jurisdiction of claimant countries;

Commends all parties concerned to apply the principles contained in the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in South East Asia as the basis for establishing a code international conduct in the South China Sea;

Further Commends the initiative of the Indonesian Government in organizing regular series of Workshop on Managing Potential Conflicts in the South China Sea;

Invites all parties concerned to subscribe to the ASEAN Declaration on the South China Sea signed in Manila, on 22 July 1992;

Further invites all parties concerned to negotiate to jointly manage and develop the island claimed by the various countries.

5. MYANMAR

Welcomes the political reform and market-oriented economic measures in the process toward greater democratization through constructive engagement;

Expresses concern over the trafficking of narcotic drug and the deterioration of Human Rights and democracy in Myanmar;

Further Expresses support for the policy of constructive engagement undertaken by ASEAN in its nation-building process;

Urges ASEAN countries to informally invite leaders of Myanmar to participate in conferences as observers in order to expose them to regional constructive regional interactions.

B. INTERNATIONAL MATTERS

1. REVITALIZATION, RESTRUCTURING AND

DEMOCRATIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS

Reaffirms the commitment to the purposes and principles of the United Nation’s Charter;

Welcomes the role of the UN in maintaining inter-national peace and highlighting the concepts of preventive diplomacy, peace-making, peacekeeping and confidence building;

Expresses support for the call by the Secretary General through his report “An Agenda For Peace” for an increased role for the UN in the area of international peace and security;

Notes that emphasis must be given to the promotion of global economic advancement of developing countries;

Believes strongly that the United Nations should be reformed and restructured for the maintenance of international peace and security, achieving international cooperation in the economic, social, cultural and humanitarian fields, as well the encouragement of respect for human rights;

Calls for immediate focus to be given to the rationalization of the United Nations bureaucracy;

Further welcomes the informal open-ended Ad-Hoc Working Group of the General Assembly which was formed to revitalize the effectiveness of the General Assembly in keeping with the changing world environment;

Invites the expansion of membership of the Security Council to reflect the significant increase in the UN membership and thereby contributing to the strengthening of the democratization process within the UN system;

Calls for reform towards greater transparency and accountability in the Security Council and the use of veto powers;

Further welcomes the new cooperative spirit prevailing in the Security Council which had allowed it to take a number of unanimous positions on some of the most critical and complex issues;

Further expresses concern over the tendency of some states to dominate the Security Council which could become an institution for the imposition of the will of the strong upon the weak, and reaffirms that all nations and states, large or small, strong or weak, rich or poor, have the right to full independence and sovereign equality in international relations;

Further expresses also the need for parliamentary diplomacy to promote international understanding and peace, based on the respect for universal human rights and democracy which contributes to the effective functioning and strengthening of the UN system and international relations and the resolving of Global matters of common concern.

2. PEACE AND INTERNATIONAL LAW

Underlines that respect for international law in interstate relations is the foundation for world peace and stability. This is particularly important in this Post-Cold Was era of historic transformation in the international system. The new world order must, without exception, be based on the rule of law;

Notes with deep concern the recent actions by certain countries that challenge and threaten the concepts of sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity;

Declares the rejection of such actions, and reiterates out commitment to uphold the principles of the UN Charter and International Law in the conduct of international relations.

3. BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA

Urges the UN to ensure that the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Bosnia-Herzegovina be protected based on the relevant provisions of the UN Charter and International Law;

Further urges the UN to take decisive measures to enforce all relevant resolutions to protect Bosnia-Herzegovina by securing a ceasefire arrangement to ensure safe delivery of humanitarian aid and relief supplies;

Supports the role of international courts in bringing justice to the victims of the Bosnia war;

Commends the UN, government, non-governmental organizations and the international community for the humanitarian assistance that have been extended to Bosnia-Herzegovina;

Also further urges the United Nations to lift the arms embargo against Bosnia-Herzegovina to give the Bosnia Muslim their legitimate right to self-defence and self-determination;

Condemns the failure of Yugoslavia to comply with UN Resolution 752 (15/5/1992) which demands the immediate cessation of all forms of interference and the withdrawal of the Yugoslavian National Army as well as elements of the Croation Army in Bosnia-Herzegovina;

Urges Yugoslavia to strictly adhere to UN Resolution 752 (15/5/1992);

Welcomes the Security Council’s Imposition of economic sanctions on Yugoslav products and commodities;

Welcomes the Security Council Resolution (781) 992 of 9 October 1992 banning all military flights in the air space of Bosnia-Herzegovina;

Expresses concern that the next winter will create more sufferings for the Bosnian was victims especially the children, the disabled and the elderly;

Expresses concern over the escalation of fighting in Croatia and the threat it poses over the peace process in the former Yugoslavia;

Also further expresses concern over the deplorable conditions in the detention camps for Bosnian Muslim controlled by Bosnian Croats and Bosnian Serbs and demands unhindered access thereto by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC);

Welcomes a peace plan creating a new Bosnian “union” of three ethnic republic.

4. MIDDLE EAST

Welcomes the signing of the historic peace accord between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO);

Further Welcomes the signing of an agenda by Israel and Jordan which is an important step towards a comprehensive peace in the Middle East;

Urges the continuation of peace talks and direct negotiations between Arab countries and Israel towards a peaceful solution in the Middle East

Welcomes the call for contributions from concerned countries in putting together a financial package for the Palestinians;

Urges the United Nations to assume a fundamental role in the peace negotiations and ensure that its resolutions serve as terms of reference for the Madrid Conference and subsequent conferences;

Further Urges Israel to withdraw from the occupied territories and all parties to comply with UN Resolutions 242 and 338;

5. SOUTH AFRICA

Expresses satisfaction over the progress made in the multi-party negotiating process (MPNP) in continuing discussions on the future of South Africa;

Welcomes the agreement by the MPNP to hold the first non-racial election in South Africa on 27^th April 1994;

Notes that despite the MPNP, there is persistent violence by the parties concerned which continues to take a heavy toll on the population;

Urges strongly the South African regime to create a climate conductive to peaceful negotiations and free political activities, by repealing all remaining discriminatory laws, releasing all political prisoners as well as facilitating the return of all political exiles;

Is of the view that economic and trade sanctions on South Africa must be maintained until the formation of a Transitional Executive Council and the announcement by the ANC calling for the lifting of the sanctions.

6. SOMALIA

Urges all parties concerned in Somalia to cooperate in resolving their differences through negotiations;

Supports the UN Resolution and the efforts of the UN to reconstruct Somalia’s political, social and physical infrastructures;

Urges the UN peacekeeping forces to strictly adhere to UN mandate;

Expresses deep concern over the repeated attacks on UN peacekeeping troops in Mogadishu by faction opposed to UN presence in Somalia;

Endorses the taking of necessary measures against those responsible for the armed attacks including the investigation, arrest and detention for prosecution, trial and punishment;

Commends the UN, inter-governmental as well as non-governmental organizations, and the international community for the humanitarian assistance they have extended to Somalia;

Urges the Unified Task Force (UNITAF) to overcome the problems of banditry to ensure the UN’s humanitarian assistance reaches those who are in need, in particular women and children;

Commends the United Nation’s efforts to establish a safe environment throughout Somalia.

7. DECISION ON THE DRAFT ON HUMAN RIGHTS

DECLARATION BY THE ASEAN INTER PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION (AIPO)

Pursuant to the Resolution on Regional Guidelines on Human Rights in ASEAN (Doc. 139A/92/Res – P – 02) adopted at the 13^th AIPO General Assembly held in Jakarta, Indonesia from 21 – 26 September 1992, an AIPO Working Committee drafted a declaration on Human Rights. The Committee submitted the draft to the First Plenary Session of the 14^th AIPO General Assembly to be approved as an agenda item in the Working Committee deliberation. It was duly approved by the General Assembly.

The Working Committee decided to adopt the draft which was subsequently approved by the Second Plenary Session of the General Assembly.

The following document was thus adopted as the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Human Rights by AIPO.

KUALA LUMPUR DECLARATION ON HUMAN RIGHTS BY AIPO

Preamble

Whereas, the people of ASEAN recognize that all human beings are created by the Almighty and possess fundamental rights which are universal, indivisible and inalienable;

Whereas, the peoples of ASEAN are born free and equal with full dignity and rights and are endowed with reasoning and conscience enabling them to act responsibly and humanely towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood;

Whereas, the peoples of ASEAN realize that human beings cannot live alone but in harmony with one another with nature and their environment to achieve complete fulfillment of their aspirations in a just society based on harmonious and balanced economic, social, political and cultural developments;

Whereas, the peoples of ASEAN recognize that human rights have two mutually balancing aspects; those with respect to rights and freedom of the individual, and those which stipulate obligations of the individuals to society and state;

Whereas, the peoples of ASEAN accept that human rights exist in a dynamic and evolving context and that each country has inherent historical experiences, and changing economic, social, political and cultural realities and value system which should be taken into account.

Whereas, the peoples of ASEAN are convinced that human being had a right to development a freedom from poverty, hunger, illiteracy, ignorance, injustice, diseases and other human miseries;

Whereas, the people of ASEAN reaffirm the observance of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights Charter, and the Vienna Declaration and Program of Action of 25 June 1993;

Whereas, the continuing progress of ASEAN in freeing its people from fear and want has enabled them to live in dignity;

Whereas, ASEAN seeks to further enhance its role in promoting a world order based on freedom, peace and social justice through international, regional and bilateral cooperation.

HUMAN RIGHTS DECLARATION

PRINCIPLES

Part I

Article 1

All human beings, individually and collectively, have a responsibility to participate in their total development, taking into account the need for full respect of their human rights

as well as their duties to the community. Freedom, progress and national stability are promoted by maintaining a balance between the rights of the individual and those of the community.

Articles 2

All human beings, without distinction as to race, colour, sex, language, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, family or social status, or personal convictions have the rights to live in dignity and to enjoy the fruits of development and should, on their part, contribute to and participate in it.

Article 3

All human beings have the right to self-determination. By virtue of this right, they freely determine their political status and may pursue their economic, social, political and cultural development.

Article 4

Each member state has the right to development based on its own objectives, to set its own priorities, and to decide the ways and means of realizing its development without external interference.

Article 5

Universal promotion and protection of human rights should take place in the context of international cooperation based on respect for national sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-interference in the internal affairs of states, and human rights should not be used as conditionality for economic cooperation and development assistance.

Article 6

National development shall be founded on the basis of respect for the dignity and value of human beings, which require the elimination of all forms of inequality, exploitation of all forms of inequality, exploitation, colonialism, racism, and the implementation of civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights without discrimination.

Part II

FUNDAMENTAL HUMAN RIGHTS

Article 7

Everyone has the right to life. No one shall be deprived of such right except in accordance with the law.

Article 8

Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, opinion, conscience and religion, these rights include freedom of teaching, practice, worship and observance, both in private and public, individually or in community with others.

Articles 9

Everyone has the right to property, liberty and security of person. No one shall be deprived of these rights except in accordance with law.

Article 10

Any violation of these fundamental human rights should be redressed in accordance with law.

Part III

BASIC RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF CITIZENS AND STATES

Article 11

Everyone is equal before the law and is entitled to protection of the law without any discrimination.

Article 12

Everyone has the rights to freedom of expression which carries inherent duties and responsibilities.

Article 13

Everyone has the right to freedom of association. No restrictions may be imposed on the exercise of this right other than those prescribed by law.

Article 14

Everyone charged with a criminal offence has the right to be presumed innocent until proven otherwise according to law.

Article 15

Everyone citizens has the rights and should have the opportunity, without unreasonable restrictions, to participate in the conduct of public affairs directly or indirectly through freely chosen representative, to vote and to be elected to public office.

Article 16

It is the right and duty of each member state to formulate appropriate and sustainable national development policies that aim at the constant improvement of the well-being of all its citizens on the basis of active, free and meaningful participation in development and in the fair distribution of the benefits resulting there from.

Article 17

Each member state should undertake all necessary measures for the realization of the rights to development and shall ensure equality of opportunity for all its citizens in their access to basic resources, education, health services, food, housing, employment, public services and the fair distribution of income.

Articles 18

Each member state should undertake appropriate economic, social, political, technical and cultural measures in order to promote social justice.

Article 19

Each member state has the duty to encourage and facilitate the participation of all citizens in all spheres of development to ensure full realization of human rights.

Articles 20

It is the task and responsibility of each member state and every citizen to ensure the promotion, implementation and protection of human rights.

Article 21

It is likewise the task and responsibility of member states to establish an appropriate regional mechanism on human rights.

Article 22

Each member state and its citizens shall endeavor to exercise the aforementioned rights and duties subject only to such limitations as are determined by law in respect of these rights and duties to meet the just requirement of morality, public order and the general wellbeing of society.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRTEENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SEPTEMBER 21 – 26, 1992 JAKARTA, INDONESIA

ANNEX F

DOC. 13GA/92/Res – P – 01

RESOLUTION

POLITICAL MATTERS

THE THIRTEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY :

A. REGIONAL MATTERS

1. POLITICAL AND SECURITY COOPERATION

Welcomes accession by Vietnam and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in South East Asia on 24 February 1976, which provides a common framework for wider regional cooperation embracing the whole of South East Asia.

Strongly between that the accession of all regional states to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in South East Asia would constitute a major step towards the realization of the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) and a South East Asian Nuclear Weapon Free Zone (SEANWFZ).

Urges the ASEAN Governments to seek the cognizance of the United Nations for the treaty through such means as an appropriate Resolution. This will signify ASEAN’s commitment to the centrality of the UN role in the maintenance of international peace and security.

Urges ASEAN to use established for a to promote external dialogue on enhancing security in the region as well as intra-ASEAN dialogues on ASEAN security cooperation and the dialogues in political and security matters held during the ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conferences (PMC).

2. CAMBODIA

Welcomes the initial success of the implementation of the Paris Agreement on the Comprehensive Political Settlement of the Cambodian Conflict signed on 23^rd October 1991. Inspite of the success, the General Assembly viewed with concern the current difficulties in implementing phase 2 of the Agreement.

Expresses confidence in the capability of the Cambodian people under the leadership of His Royal Highness Samdech Norodom Sihanouk and the members of the Supreme National Council (SNC), the sole legitimate body and source of authority in Cambodia, in cooperation with the united Nations Transitional Authority in Cambodia (UNTAC) to overcome those difficulties.

Urges all parties to the Paris Peace Agreement on Cambodia to cooperate fully in the implementation of the Agreement in order to end the sufferings of the people.

Welcomes the pledges of support by the international community made during the Ministerial Conference on Rehabilitation and Reconstruction of Cambodia held in Tokyo on 22 June 1992, and expresses the hope that more of such support would be forthcoming.

3. INDOCHINESE ASYLUM SEEKERS

Expresses concern that problem still remain in the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan of Action (CPA) by the International Conference of Indochinese Refugees in Geneva on 13 – 14 June 1989, which hinder its accomplishment within the three year time-frame agreed to.

Stresses the need to address the problem of “residuals” urgently as tens of thousands of “screened-out” asylum seekers still remain in the camps in the region.

Urges strongly the international community to provide the UNHCR and other organizations/agencies concerned with the necessary financial resources to ensure the implementation of the CPA.

4. SOUTH CHINA SEA

Is of the view that in regard to the situations in the South China Sea, any sovereignty and jurisdictional issues by the parties concerned need to be resolved by peaceful means, without resorting to force.

Welcomes the initiative of the Indonesian Government in organizing the regular informal seminars on the South China Sea.

Urges the parties concerned to explore the possibility of cooperation in the South China Sea relating to the safety of maritime navigation and communication, protection against pollution of the marine environment, coordination of search and rescue operations, efforts towards combating piracy and armed robbery as well as collaboration in the campaign against trafficking in illicit drugs, without prejudicing the sovereignty and jurisdiction of countries having direct interests in the area.

Invites all parties concerned to subscribe to the ASEAN Declaration on the South China Sea, on 22 July 1992 in Manila.

5 MYANMAR

Expresses support for the continuing of constructive engagement undertaken by ASEAN and notes with deep concern the prevailing Human Rights situation in Myanmar with respect to the disrupted political and democratization processes, and extends its highest hopes for a speedy restoration of those process for the well being of the nation.

B. INTERNATIONAL MATTERS

1. RESTRUCTURING, REVITALIZATION AND DEMOCRATIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS.

Reaffirming the commitment to the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter.

Realizing the functions of the United Nations as the most appropriate international peace and security and the peaceful settlement of disputes and crises; for the achievement of freedoms and for securing the right to self-determination of peoples under alien and colonial domination; for the full enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms; for the attainment of just and equitable economic relations and social emancipation, as well as for the strengthening of friendly relations and peaceful co-existence among nations.

Is of the view that new resurgence of multilateralism has opened new opportunities for the United Nations to resolves long-standing regional conflicts, and the demands for greatly enhanced role of the United Nations in the maintenance of international peace and security are now greater than in the past.

Welcomes the outgoing endeavours aimed at reforming and improving certain structure and procedures of the United Nations as an essential component of strengthening multilateralism, with a view to ensuring equal participation, more balanced representation and better equilibrium in keeping with the principles and objectives of the Charter of the United Nations.

Expresses determination to participate constructively in the process of adaptation and reform, in the firm conviction that United Nations is an indispensable forum to be supported and strengthened.

Calls for balanced relationship between the General Assembly, the Security Council and the Secretary General of the United Nations in accordance with the provisions of the United nations Charter. In this regard, a coordinated political response should be made by the ASEAN countries in order to enhance the role of the General Assembly as a forum for deliberation, negotiation and decision-making on all issues of global concern.

Calls for a further improvement of the collective interests of the organization and methods of work of the General Assembly, so as to make them more responsive to the requirements of the times.

Taking note over the new cooperative spirit prevailing in the Security Council which has allowed it to take a number of unanimous positions on some of the most critical and complex issues.

Expresses concern over the tendency of some states to dominate the Council which could become an institution for the imposition of the will of the strong upon the weak, and reaffirmed that all nations and States, large or small, strong or weak, rich or poor, have the right to full independence and sovereign equality in international relations.

Is of the view that the veto powers which guarantee an exclusion and dominant role for the permanent members of the Council are contrary to the aim of democratizing the United Nations and must, therefore, be review in line with the reform of the United Nations aimed at bringing about greater democratization and transparency in the work of all United Nations bodies.

Calls for a review of the membership of the Council with a view to reflecting the increased membership of the United Nations and promoting a more equitable and balanced representation of the members of the United Nations.

Expresses the need for a workable and effective system of collective security in accordance with the United Nations Charter and for the development of modalities for preventive diplomacy, fact-finding and good offices mission, and United Nations observers or presence in areas of conflict in full respect of the principles of sovereignty and non-interference in the internal affairs of state.

Expresses also the need for parliamentary diplomacy to promote International understanding and peace, based on the respect for universal human rights and democracy which is contributive to the effective functioning and strengthening of the UN system and International relation and the resolving of Global matters of common concern.

2. PEACE AND INTERNATIONAL LAW

Underlines that respect for international law in inter state relations is the foundation for world peace and stability. This is particularly important in this era of historic transformation in the international system, post-Cold War period. A new world order must be based on the rule of law, without exceptions.

Notes with deep concern the recent actions by certain major powers that challenges and threaten the concepts of sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and non-interference in the exercise or extra-territorial rights by such powers.

Declares the rejection of such actions, and reiterate the commitment to uphold principles of the Charter and inter-national law in the conduct of international relations.

3. EUROPE

Is of the view that profound political, economic and institutional restructuring in Central and Eastern Europe could make a profound impact throughout the world.

Welcomes the mergence of the newly independent states in Central and Eastern Europe and notes the encouraging reforms being instituted to bring about political and stability in the region.

Expresses deep concern over the tragic situation in Bosnia Herzegovina, and calls for immediate cessation of hostilities and reaffirms the inadmissibility of aggression and of acquisition of territory by force.

Strongly Condemns the obnoxious policy of ethnic cleansing by Serb in Bosnia-Herzegovina, massive atrocities and grave violations of human rights being committed against the people of Bosnia Herzegovina, and demands the immediate freeing of prisoners and dismantling of camps, prisons and other places of detention.

Calls for the full respect of sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Bosnia Herzegovina and other states in that area.

Calls further for the speedy withdrawal of all external forces from the territory, and the immediate deployment of United Nations peace-keeping forces along the border and other places where necessary, and urges all parties to fully cooperate with these forces.

Urges the resumption of negotiations without preconditions and the participation by all parties concerned to secure peace.

4. MIDDLE EAST

Expresses deep concern at the volatile situation in region resulting from continued Israel occupation of the Palestinian land, the Syrian Golan and other Arab territories and considers that the persistence of Israel in its aggressive policies and expansionist practices in the region constitutes a dangerous thereat to the peace and security of the region.

Welcomes the convening of the Peace Conference with the aim of reaching a just and comprehensive settlement through direct negotiations, and note a certain progress made in the effort toward the peaceful solution to the problem.

Calls for the intensification of efforts to give greater impetus to the next round of negotiations, abiding by international legality and retaining the principle of land for peace as a basic formula for all parties concerned.

Invites the United Nations to assume a fundamental role in the peace negotiations as its resolutions serve as terms of reference for the Madrid Conference and other subsequent conferences, and basically for international legality and the overall peace process.

5. SOUTH AFRICA

Expresses satisfaction over the repeal and amendments of some of the basic discriminatory laws, the convening of the Patriotic United Front Conference in October 1991 and the Convention for a Democratic South Africa (CODESA)

Notes that despite the signing of the national Peace Accord on 14 September 1991, there is persistent violence by the parties concerned which continue to put a heavy toll on the population.

Welcomes the adoption of Security Council resolutions 765 (1992) and 772 (1992), confident that the Secretary General of the United Nation will urgently deploy as many observers in South Africa to effectively address the question of violence.

Urges strongly the South African regime to create a climate conductive to peaceful negotiation and free political actively, by repealing all remaining discriminatory laws, releasing all political prisoners as well as facilitating the return of all political exiles.

Support the legitimate demands of the overwhelming majority of the people of South Africa for the establishment of an elected constituent assembly to draw up the non-racial democratic constitution.

6. SOMALIA

Expresses deep concern that the conflict in Somalia threatens national unity and cohesion as well as stability, peace and security in the region.

Urges the warring factions to cease hostilities, to honour their commitments and to accept UN observers to monitor the cease-fire agreement and a UN police force to supervise the distribution of food and other essentials, and to ensure that such humanitarian assistance should be delivered to those who are in heed, in particular women and children.

Commends the UN, inter-governmental as well as non-governmental organizations and the international community for the humanitarian assistance they have extended to Somalia.

Endorses the proposal for the convening of a conference on national reconciliation reconstruction and unity of Somalia, leading to a peaceful and lasting political settlement of the conflict.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRTEENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SEPTEMBER 21 – 26, 1992 JAKARTA, INDONESIA

DOC. 13GA/92/Res – P – 02

RESOLUTION

REGIONAL GUIDELINES ON HUMAN RIGHTS IN ASEAN

THE THIRTEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY :

Taking into consideration the Charter of the United Nations, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the United Nations General Assembly Resolution 32/130;

Taking note of the existing Human Rights Charter and Declaration of the various regions of the world which reflect their respective philosophy, tradition and way of life;

Reiterates the universal validity of basic human rights and fundamental freedoms that serve as a common standard of respect for the dignity and integrity of man;

Recognizes that the United Nations Charter has rightly placed the question of universal observance and promotion of human rights and fundamental freedoms within the context of international co-operation and which constitutes an integral part of international relations;

Emphasizing that provisions contained in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights embody two mutually balancing aspects; those which respect the fundamental rights and freedoms of the individual, and those which stipulates obligations of the individual to society and state.

Emphasizing further that all human rights and fundamental freedoms are indivisible and interrelated and that no singular emphasis should be put on certain aspects of human rights only;

Expresses concern over a tendency to selectively address aspects of human rights, often for extraneous political motives, and to neglect economic, social and cultural rights which relate more immediately to mankind’s needs for food, shelter and health care and the eradication of poverty and illiteracy.

Affirms the legitimacy of the right to development as an integral part of fundamental human rights;

Affirms further that the expression and implementation of those human rights in the national context should remain the competence and the responsibility of each government taking into account the complex variety of problems, historical experiences, different economic, social and cultural realities, of different value system prevailing in each country.

Considering the Resolution on Human Rights in ASEAN Res. No. 12GA/91/Res-P-02 adopted at the Twelfth General Assembly of AIPO in Bangkok 1991.

Resolves to establish a Study Committee consisting of Member of Parliaments and experts with the task to study and formulate the Draft (ASEAN) Human Rights Declaration to be submitted to the XIVth General Assembly Session;

Encourages AIPO member parliaments to set up parliamentary human rights group to promote and enhance the observance and implementation of human rights precepts within their national laws;

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRTEENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SEPTEMBER 21 – 26, 1992 JAKARTA, INDONESIA

DOC. 13GA/92/Res – P – 03

RESOLUTION

SUPPORTING OF THE RESULTS OF THE TENTH CONFERENCE OF

THE HEADS OF STATE OR GOVERNMENT OF NON-ALIGNED COUNTRIES

HELD IN JAKARTA

SEPTEMBER 1 – 6, 1992

THE THIRTEENTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY :

Mindful of the ASEAN Declaration of 8 August 1967, and Bandung Declaration of Asia Africa Conference 1955;

Aware that changing global economic and political realities necessitate vision and direction which require intensified efforts to promote further understanding and meaningful cooperation amongst ASEAN countries in order to attain the chereished goal of peace;

Recognizing that after 25 years of ASEAN regional cooperation, ASEAN countries have played and potentially can play a more significant role in the development of the region and that the need arises to promote ASEAN regional Cooperation even further;

Recognizing further, that ASEAN has achieved on internationally acknowledged role as a credible and unified regional grouping of democratic and economically progressing states;

Welcomes and supports the results of the Tenth Conference of the Heads of State or Government of Non-Aligned countries Held in Jakarta, September 1 – 6, 1992 which would contribute to the renewed efforts in creating equitable and democratic international cooperation between developing and developed nations toward a more peaceful world.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRTEENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

BANGKOK, THAILAND 18 – 23 NOVEMBER 1991

DOC. 12GA/91/Res – P – 01

RESOLUTION

POLITICAL MATTERS

The Twelfth General Assembly :

A. CAMBODIA

Welcome the signing of the Agreement on Comprehensive Settlement of the Cambodia conflict on 23^rd October 1991 in Paris as marking the rebirth of the Cambodia nation and a new era of peaceful relations in the whole of Southeast Asia, signaling the continuing concern of ASEAN on the situation of Kampuchea and Vietnam;

Expresses appreciation to the Co-Chairman of the Paris International Conference on Cambodia, to the Permanent Members of the Security Council, and to the United Nations Secretary General for their invaluable support in brining the peace process in Cambodian to its fruition;

Urges all parties concerned to render their full support for the effective implementation of the Agreement in all its aspects, leading towards the holding of free and fair elections in Cambodia and the emergence of peaceful, sovereign, independence and neutral Cambodia having friendly relations with all her neighbouring countries and beyond;

Stresses the vital rold of the United Nations is ensuring that all the elements of the Agreement are fully implemented within a set timeframe and thereby paving the way for a smooth transit transitional period;

Calls on all the countries and parties concerned to render cooperation to the United Nations Transitional Authority in Cambodia (UNTAC) to enable it to successfully carry out its mandate;

Is of the view that the role of HRH. Samdech Narodom Sihanouk, as President of the Supreme National Council of Cambodia (SNC), is most crucial in bringing national reconciliation in Cambodia which is the key element for the attainment of a just and lasting peace in Cambodia;

Calls on the international community to actively participates in the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Cambodia which should commence immediately in order to provide a firm foundation for a durable peace in Cambodia;

Reaffirms that all Cambodian displaced persons now being sheltered in Thailand and other ASEAN countries be allowed to return to Cambodia to resume their normal productive lives as soon as possible in order to maximize the participation of the Cambodian citizens in the general elections and in the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Cambodia;

Also urges ASEAN to continue to monitor developments in Cambodia and continue to assist them in every way to ensure the emergence of a peaceful, stable and sovereign Cambodian nation;

B. REGIONAL SECURITY

Welcomes the lessening of political tensions and the on-going trends towards peaceful and constructive relations which have marked development in Southeast Asia and in the broader Asia-Pacific region in the Post Cold Was period;

In spite of the overall favourable developments, the General Assembly notes that there remain sources of uncertainties and tension, and therefore this requires a redoubling of efforts on the part of ASEAN and other regional states in resolving these issues through peaceful means;

Is of the view that the signing of the Cambodia peace agreements has presented unprecedented opportunity for the nations of Southeast Asia to cooperate together in the building of a new regional order which embraces all regional states in peace, stability and prosperity;

Welcomes the intention expressed by Vietnam to accede to the 1976 Bali Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia to which all the ASEAN countries are already signatories. The General Assembly is of the conviction that the Treaty provides a regional framework for peaceful relations among all nations pf Southeast Asia. Therefore, it is the hope of the General Assembly that in the near future the other countries of the region would also decide to joint the Treaty;

Strongly believes that the accession of all regional states to the Treaty of amity and Cooperation would constitute a major step towards the realization of turning Southeast Asia into a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN);

Welcomes the on-going normalization of relations between Vietnam and the United States and hopes that this process would achieve continued progress;

Was of the firm conviction that the realization of ZOPFAN requires the constructive role of the major powers in the promotion of regional peace and stability;

Was of the view in regard to the situation in the South China Sea, particularly the Spratly Island, any conflicting territorial and jurisdictional claims by the parties concerned need to be resolved by peaceful means through dialogue and negotiations;

Also urges the parties concerned to explore areas of cooperation in the joint development of resources in the South China Sea.

C. INDOCHINESE REFUGES

Recalling the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan of Action (CPA) by the International Conference on Indochinese Refuges in Geneva on 13 – 14 June 1989, and taking note that some ASEAN countries have been implementing the plan during the past two and a half years;

Recognizing that substantial progress has been achieved in the implementation of some of the elements of the CPA, such as resettlement of pre-cut-off-date cases, status determination of post-cut-off-date cases, expansion of regular programmes and the promotion of repatriation of non-refugees;

Appreciating the past and current efforts of the international community and the office humanitarian assistance to the Vietnamese seeking refuges in Southeast Asia on the basis of International burden sharing;

Taking note with grave concern over the continuous influx of Vietnamese host people into Southeast Asian countries, and over the possibility of resident problem of non-refugee who refugees who refuse to return to their country of origin;

Recalling further the Joint Communique of the 11^th General Assembly of ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization on Indochinese refuges in Singapore on 10 – 15 September 1990, inter alin stressing that repatriation of Vietnamese boat people, whether voluntary or otherwise (CTR) and that the CTR reserve the sovereign right to take whatever action appreciate to ensure its security and national interest;

Noting that, the attempt to resolve the impending issue of repatriation of non-refuges in Hong Kong, the United Kingdom and Vietnam have signed a Statement of Understanding on 29 October 1990 for an Orderly Repatriation Programme from Hong Kong of Vietnamese Illegal immigrants;

Expresses deep concern that, notwithstanding the two years of efforts in implementing the CPA, countries of temporary refuges (CTRE) are no nearon to a durable solution to the problem of Vietnamese boat people, and that, despite an overall drop in the number of arrivals in the region, large number of Vietnamese continue to arrive in some ASEAN countries with the highest total number of Vietnamese in camps in these countries over recorded since 1979;

Reaffirms strongly the importance of a balanced and coordinated implementation of the CPA which must lead to resettlement of all refuges in third countries and repatriation of all non-refugees to Vietnam within definite time frame without causing any residual problem to CTR;

Urges strongly the country of origin to accept its responsibility toward its own citizens by effectively preventing clandestine illegal departures and by accepting back those determined to be non-refugees;

Urges the international community, within the framework of the Steering Committee, to continue the efforts to ensure the balanced and coordinated implementation of the CPA, including in particular arrangements for the return of all non-refugees to country of origin;

Welcomes the signing of a statement of Understanding between the United Kingdom and Vietnam for an orderly repatriation of non-refuges in Hong Kong as a positive step forward to ensure non residual problem of stranded non-refuges in countries of temporary refuges;

Takes note with appreciation the readiness of the office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to monitor the safety and dignity of all returnees regardless of their mode of repatriation, and the EC’s initiative on reintegration assistance programme for the returnees designed to promote orderly repatriation and to prevent future clandestine illegal outflow from Vietnam;

D. EUROPE

Was of the view that the profound political and economic transformation which unfolded in Central and Eastern Europe have enhanced the prospects for peace and stability in Europe with the lessening of tension in Europe;

Believes that the financial and other resources of Western countries which has once been channeled for the building up of armaments should now be more productively used in increasing economic assistance to developing countries.

E. MIDDLE-EAST

Was of the view that the Middle East Peace Conference held in Madrid between 30 October – 3 November 1991 under the auspices of the United States and the Soviet Union has opened the historic opportunity for all parties concerned to negotiate directly and achieve lasting peace and enduring stability in the region and urges that these peace efforts should continue vigorously;

Therefore calls for other countries to assume responsibility in refraining from selling and introducing weapons of mass-destruction which may affect and obstruct the on-going peace process;

Supports the settlement of the Arab-Israel conflict and the Palestinian question in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions 242 and 338 which uphold the right if the Palestinian people to self-determination and their right to a homeland as well as the security of all States in the region including Israel, to live within secure and internationally recognized frontiers;

Deplores the continuing establishment of illegal Israel settlement in the occupied territories in defiance UN Security Council resolutions.

F. SOUTH AFRICA

Welcomes the abolition of the main apartheid laws and the positive developments taking place to remove all institutions of apartheid in South Africa;

Calls upon the parties concerned to seriously negotiate on the drafting of a new constitution based on democratic and non-racial principles, as well as for the people of all races to have the right to vote choose their government in order to build a new and just South African society.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRTEENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

BANGKOK, THAILAND 18 – 23 NOVEMBER 1991

DOC. 12GA/91/Res – P – 02

RESOLUTION

HUMAN RIGHTS IN ASEAN

The Twelfth General Assembly :

Reaffirming our commitment to the United States Charter and the Universal respect and observance of Human Rights and fundamental freedoms within the context of international cooperation;

Believing that human rights are indivisible and interrelated and that while are categories of civil and political rights as well as economic and social rights and that therefore emphasis on one category of rights is not justified in the realization of each aspect of these rights;

Mindful of the need to adopt guidelines for a common stand of the AIPO in its engagement in international matters of mutual concern;

Resolves to formulate such guidelines to reflect the basic ASEAN perception and approach to questions of human rights consonant with the values and philosophies of the nations of this region;

Invites members of AIPO to summit proposals on this matter for consideration at the 13^th AIPO General Assembly in Jakarta;

Assigns the Secretary General of AIPO to circulate a draft guideline on human rights in ASEAN before the holding of the Assembly.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRTEENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

BANGKOK, THAILAND 18 – 23 NOVEMBER 1991

DOC. 12GA/91/Res – P – 01

RESOLUTION

EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT RESOLUTION

AFFECTING ASEAN

The Twelfth General Assembly :

Noting the European Parliament Resolution of September 12, 1991 with regard to certain matters pertaining to ASEAN member countries;

Bearing in mind that matters relating to ASEAN member countries have been referred to in European Parliament resolutions in the past in a manner that invariably misrepresents the facts and circumstances;

Considering that continual refraining by AIPO in responding to these imbalanced European Parliament statements may be misinterpreted as conceding to those misleading resolutions;

Mindful that such a situation requires rectification and allowing it to continue would be detrimental to fruitful AIPO-EP inter-parliamentary relations;

Recognizing that inter-parliamentary dialogues between AIPO-EP have served to strengthen the ties and understanding between the two dynamic economic areas of the world;

Recognizing further that AIPO-EP relations, with regard to international cooperation, encompass legitimate area of mutual interest which dialogue on the universal respect for human and fundamental freedoms and the deepest concern with the present global environmental regression and deterioration;

Convinced that while human rights have universal relevance, there exist degree of national competence in their expression and interpretation that derive from the values, philosophies and traditions of the ASEAN member and the principles of sovereignty of states and the principle of self-determination;

Regrets deeply the passing of judgment on those matters raised in the in the European Parliament Resolution of September 12, 1991 with regard to human rights, environmental and political democracy of national jurisdictional nature;

Regrets further the assumption by the EP of the role of sole arbiter on those matters and that these shape the realities of a world of dominating and interfering states;

Rejects the whole notion of conditionality that imposes upon economic and commercial transaction biased interpretations of human rights of environmental precepts;

Calls upon the European Parliament to adopt a more constructive attitude in recognizing the plurality of political systems and their differing manifestations of democratic expression;

Calls further upon the European Parliament too place legitimate human rights and environmental concerns within the United Nations Charter context of international cooperation between sovereign states;

Calls upon the ASEAN governments to adopt the policies that reflect the legitimate interest and perceptions of the ASEAN member states on issues concerning human rights, environment, and political democracy;

Assigns the Secretary General AIPO to transmit this AIPO Resolution in the most effective and expeditions manner and to undertake to establish the appropriate and necessary channels of communication between AIPO and EP to facilitate the exchange of information between these two regional parliamentary bodies.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRTEENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

BANGKOK, THAILAND 18 – 23 NOVEMBER 1991

DOC. 12GA/91/Res – P – 04

RESOLUTION

ASEAN SUMMIT

The Twelfth General Assembly :

Is of the view that the forthcoming ASEAN Summit Meeting to be held in Singapore on 27 – 28 January 1992 is an important opportunity for ASEAN to set new directions in meeting the new challenges and opportunities arising out of changing regional and global environment in the post Cold War period;

Believes that in meeting the new challenges ahead, ASEAN must seek to strengthen its political and economic cooperation. Given the increased competition in the word economy marked by rising protectionism and managed trade, it was imperative that ASEAN focus its attention and efforts in bringing about progress in intra-ASEAN economic cooperation;

Welcomes therefore various proposals for the strengthening of intra-ASEAN economic cooperation such as the ASEAN Free Trade Area, the common effective Preferential Tariff Scheme and the Treaty on Economic Cooperation and hopes that all these proposals will be adopted by the ASEAN leaders at the Summit meeting;

Urges also the ASEAN leaders to encourage ASEAN to play a leading role in the promotion of broader region dialogue on security issues in the hope of developing new and cooperative approaches among regional countries in dealing with issues bearing upon the security of the region;

Urges further the ASEAN leaders to render their support for the strengthening of the ASEAN machinery which is essential for ASEAN to advance ahead in its cooperation;

Is of the view that given the rapid pace of change in the region and in the world, it is necessary for ASEAN leaders to hold their Summit meetings on a more periodic and regular basis.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRTEENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SINGAPORE 10 – 15 SEPTEMBER 1990

RES. 11GA/1 – 90

Annex E

RESOLUTION ON POLITICAL MATTERS

The 11^th General Assembly of AIPO reviewed the regional and international political and economic situations and development since last General Assembly in Manila, Philippines in August 1989;

Noting with satisfaction the positive results achieved at the 23^rd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Jakarta, Indonesia in July 1990 to enhance ASEAN Cooperation in line with the decisions taken by the 3^rd Meeting of ASEAN Heads of Government in Manila in December 1987;

Reaffirming its strong commitment to the basic principles enshrined in the United Nations (UN) Charter and Resolutions on the non-use of force or the threat of the use of force, non-interference in the internal affairs of other states, respect for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of states and peaceful settlement of disputes;

Deems it necessary to state the following:

(A) Cambodia

The General Assembly fully supports the UN framework for settlement of the Cambodia question drawn up by the Five Permanent Members of the Security Council in August 1990, which calls for the formation of the Supreme National Council until elections are held, verification of a ceasefire, supervision of disarmament, organizing elections and ensuring the departure of all Vietnamese forces;

The General Assembly welcomes the agreement of the Cambodian parties to support the Permanent Five Framework and the formation of the Supreme National Council (SNC) and is of the view that the SNC should occupy Cambodia’s seat at the UN;

The General Assembly reaffirms that a solution can only be achieved by thoroughly preparing for the resumption of the negotiating process of the Paris International Conference on Cambodia and not by military means;

The General Assembly congratulates the Foreign Minister of Indonesia, H.E. Mr. Ali Alatas, and France for playing a key role in bringing the Cambodian parties together and have them agree to form the SNC. The General Assembly also congratulates all the Permanent Members of the UN Security Council for having has the vision and the courage to seize the historic opportunity afforded by the major international changes that have occurred and which have brought events to the brink of a comprehensive political settlement in Cambodia;

The General Assembly urges H.E. Princes Norodom Sihanouk to accept the chairmanship of the SNC as he has stature to heal the wounds of was and bring genuine national reconciliation and peace to his country;

The General Assembly appeals to all the conflicting parties to set aside their narrow self-interests in the greater interest of whole Cambodian nation and urges the factions to exert renewed efforts in finally resolving their decade-long conflict.

(B) Indochinese Refugees

The General Assembly reiterates its concern over the mounting flow of the Indochinese refuges to the ASEAN countries concerned as this continuing influx poses tremendous cost and creates socio-economic, political and security problems for the countries of temporary refuge (CTR), beside causing tension between the CTR and resettlement countries;

The General Assembly stresses that the repatriation of Vietnamese boat people, whether voluntary or otherwise, must nor impose further burden on countries of temporary refuge. The CTR reserve the sovereign right to take whatever action appropriate to ensure its security and national interest.

C. Middle East

The General Assembly endorses the UN Security Council Resolutions on the invasion and annexation of Kuwait by Iraq;

The General Assembly calls for the unimpeded passage of all foreign nationals now in Iraq and Kuwait to return to their respective countries of origin;

The General Assembly expresses the view that a hasting settlement of the Palestinian question can only be achieved on the basis of ensuring the c-existence of all states, including Israel in the region within internationally recognized boundaries.

(D) Summit Meeting of the G-15

The General Assembly welcomes the First Summit Meeting of the G-15 held in Kuala Lumpur on 1 – 3 June 1990 and expresses the hope that this forum would further enhance and strengthen South-South cooperation and the North-South Dialogue.

(E) ZOPFAN and SEANWFZ

The 11^th AIPO General Assembly recalled its statement made in the 10^th AIPO General Assembly in Manila that the eventual and orderly dismantling of all foreign military bases and removal of nuclear weapons will greatly facilitate the early realization of ZOPFAN and SEANWFZ;

The General Assembly considers that the unceasing political efforts to implement the ASEAN Action Program as adopted in the 1987 Summit as the basic concept concerning the ZOPFAN and SEANWFZ have to take account of the fundamental changes in the global situation.

(F) ASEAN Summit

The General Assembly supports the call of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers to convene another ASEAN Summit in view of the rapid changes presently taking place in the world. It urges the Foreign Ministers to undertake careful preparation to ensure a successful Summit.

The General Assembly hopes that the forthcoming ASEAN Summit will further enhance ASEAN economic cooperation including intra-ASEAN trade.

D-33/90 (rp)

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

10^th WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

MANILA, PHILIPPINES

AUGUST 21 – 26, 1989

RESOLUTION NO. GA 6 – 89

POLITICAL MATTERS

The Tenth AIPO General Assembly :

Noting with satisfaction the conclusion/results achieved at the 22^nd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, in July 1989 in continuation of the spirit and initiatives taken by the 3^rd Meeting of ASEAN Heads of Government in Manila in December 1987;

Further reaffirming its resolute adherence to the spirit and principles of the ASEAN Declaration, the Declaration of ASEAN Concord, the Declaration of the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality of 1971 (ZOPFAN) and also to the realization of the Kuala Lumpur Declaration of 1971 on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapons Free Zone (SEANWFZ);

Regretting military interventions and continuing foreign occupation which have resulted in the subjugation of peoples in Palestine and Kampuchea and complete denial of their inalienable right to self-determination and giving rise to the international problems of refuges and displaced persons:

Welcoming the steadily diminishing international tensions as a result of the outgoing rapprochement between the major powers, namely : the United States and the Soviet Union and also between the Soviet Union and the People’s Republic of China;

Reaffirming its strong commitment to the basic principles enshrined in the United Nations (UN) Charter and Resolutions on the non-use of force or the threat of the use of force, non-interference in the internal affairs of other states, respect for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of states and peaceful settlement of disputes;

Noting with continuing apprehension the arms race among the major powers, as well as among the lesser powers in various volatile regions of the world, the resources for the acquisition of which could most beneficially be diverted for development purposes;

Welcoming with satisfaction the joint efforts undertaken by ASEAN and the Jakarta Informal Meetings (JIM), as well as the efforts of the international community, to resolve the Kampuchean problem and establish a comprehensive and integral political solution based on United Nations Resolutions on the situation in Kampuchea;

Noting with appreciation the initiative of France in convening the International Conference on Kampuchea in Paris in August 1989 and the outgoing meetings of the ad-hoc committee and the three (3) working committees;

Noting with concern the severe debt problems of developing countries and the increasing protectionist policies and the antitropical products campaign faced by the developing countries resulting in ever increasing economic imbalance between the developed and developing countries;

Recognizing the role that the AIPO could play as a regional forum within ASEAN and externally with parliamentary institutions of other countries and regions in fostering and promoting democratic principles and world peace;

Considering the recommendation of the Working Committee,

DEEMS IT NECESSARY TO STATE THE FOLLOWING:

1. ASIAN POLITICAL COOPERATION

A. ASEAN COOPERATION

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the renewed resolve expressed at the 22^nd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Brunei Darussalam in July 1989 to exert greater cooperative efforts to establish a more effective, viable and collective ASEAN regional arrangement;

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly further welcomed the emphasis on ensuring continued commitment to ASEAN of all peoples of ASEAN, especially the younger and succeeding generation by consciously instilling in them the ideals of ASEAN, of neighborly relations based on brotherhood, mutual respect and solidarity;

3. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly was fully conscious that major problems basseting the region such as Kampuchea, the Indochinese refuges, drug trafficking and other matters on which the ASEAN have a legitimate interest in their resolution, constitute a challenge but at the same time present an opportunity for strengthened political cooperation among ASEAN member countries.

4. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly was of the view that the main forms of political cooperation among ASEAN countries include the early realization of ZOPFAN, the establishment of a SEANWFZ, the formulation of a basic nuclear policy, the promotion of relations among countries in Asia and the Pacific, the strengthening of cooperation among developing countries, and the formulation of common positions on global issues related to the achievement of world peace.

B. SITUATION IN KAMPUCHEA

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly expressed its full support for the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Call for a Comprehensive Political Settlement of the Kampuchean Problem issued in Bandar Seri Begawan on 3 July 1989, stressing that the only means of ensuring a just and durable peace in Kampuchea and the long term stability in the region was through a comprehensive political settlement that would resolve the internal and external aspects of the problem in an integrated manner.

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly regarded Vietnam’s announcement to withdraw all its troops from Kampuchea at the end of September 1989 as a positive development but stressed that the withdrawal must be undertaken as part of a Comprehensive political settlement;

3. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly joined the call for the establishment of an effective international control mechanism with a peace-keeping force component under the auspices of the withdrawal of Vietnamese forces from Kampuchea and to maintain peace and order pending the holding of free and fair elections;

4. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly acknowledged the importance of intensified efforts, propelled significantly by the JIM Initiated by Indonesia, to promote and attain a Comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem, including the outgoing International Conference on Kampuchea in Paris which should build upon the issues and principles already discussed through the JIM process and enshrined in the relevant U.N. resolutions;

5. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the resumption of the presidency of the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea (CGDK) by H.R.H Norodom Sihanouk and reaffirmed its support for his preponderant role in a future Kampuchea that is sovereign, independent, neutral and non-aligned, established on the basis of genuine national reconciliation and the exercise of the right of self-determination by the Kampuchean people;

6. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly encourages the dialogue among the Khmer factions and the consultations among the various parties concerned in seeking to identify and broaden the key areas of flexibility and accommodation in order to reach a comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem, particularly at this time when current peace efforts have reached a crucial stage;

7. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly acknowledged with appreciation the role of the UN Secretary General and the contribution of the major powers in the efforts to find a just, comprehensive and durable settlement of the Kampuchean problem;

8. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly reaffirmed its conviction that a comprehensive political solution of the Kampuchean problem is vital to international and regional peace and security;

C. REFUGEE PROBLEM

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan of Action of the International Conference on Indochinese Refugees (ICIR), which embodies measures intended to achieve a durable solution to the problem of Indochinese refuges. It endorsed the endeavors to resettle all Indochinese refuges currently in ASEAN countries, with due regard to humanitarian considerations, to the national positions of all ASEAN countries, and to the necessity of ensuring that the countries of first refuge are relieved of residual problems.

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the full cooperation given by the international community including the setting up of a Reintegration Fund administered by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the announcement of intakes by various resettlement countries, and the Philippines offer to host a Regional, and the Philippines offer to host a Regional Resettlement Processing Center for Indochinese refugees in first asylum countries subject to the fulfillment of all four (4) conditions stated at the ICIR;

3. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly called on Vietnam to bear responsibility for its displaced citizens who are ineligible for resettlement, the resolution of which is essential to the enhancement of regional goodwill, understanding and cooperation.

4. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly called upon Vietnam to earnestly adhere to and expand the Orderly Departute Programme (ODP) as the only means of exit for all of its people who wish to resettle elsewhere.

D. DISARMAMENT

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the results of the recent conferences and negotiations on disarmament and the proposals of the major powers to reduce their respective conventional forces. It viewed such reductions of conventional forces as most important in achieving the goal of complete disarmament. It considered the proposal of the Soviet Union to include its maritime forces, in the Pacific and elsewhere, within the scope of conventional arms-reduction negotiations and the United States response to it as encouraging indications of sincere cooperation between the superpower;

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly called upon all nuclear powers to reduce their strategic weapons and to continue efforts towards concluding a comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty. Encouraged by the ratification of the Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, which has contributes to the lessening of world tensions, the Tenth AIPO General Assembly endorsed the call of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers on the superpowers to start negotiations immediately on the elimination of Short-Range Nuclear Forces;

3. At the same time, the Tenth AIPO General Assembly noted with great concern the continuing arms race around the world, with its grave and direct consequences for the Security and welfare of all nations. It called for an abatement of the arms race and the dedication of the resulting savings to development goals. It was of the view that only sincere cooperation among states could obviate the need to resort to armed force in resolving conflict.

E. ASIA AND PACIFIC COOPERATION

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly supported and urged cooperation between countries of the Asia-Pacific region with the view of securing greater political stability for the economic growth of the region;

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly took note of the idea of an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum in anticipation of potential opportunities and challenges in this area. It was of the view that such an idea merited further elaboration and that, meanwhile, existing mechanism for dialogue should be fully utilized.

WEST ASIA

A. Went Bank and the Gaza Strip

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly viewed with great concern the protracted Arab-Israeli conflict that has recently escalated in the Israeli-occupied-occupied area of Palestine involving violence and inhuman actions against the Arab civilian population, especially women and children. It expressed its full support for the Palestinian intifadah.

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly reiterated its fullest support for the just cause of the Palestinian people and their legitimate struggle to uphold their inalienable right to self-determination and the reinstatement of Arab sovereignty over their Israeli-occupied territories, including the right to an independent homeland. It further welcomed the Declaration of Independence and the Political Program adopted by the Palestinian National Council in its 19^th Extraordinary Session held in Algiers in 1988.

3. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly supported the convening of the International Peace Conference on the Middle East under the auspices of the UN, with the participation of the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO), with a view to achieving a just, comprehensive and durable settlement of the Palestinian question through negotiations. It expressed the view that a lasting settlement can only be achieved on the basis of ensuring the coexistence of all states in the region within internationally recognized boundaries;

4. The Working Committee observed the signs of greater desire among the population for dialogue. It felt that this is conducive to finding workable arrangements for a negotiated settlement.

B. Lebanon

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly expressed its concern over the tragic crisis in Lebanon resulting in deep and undue suffering, despair and senseless loss of life and property among the population. It was of the view that the futile conflict may be resolved through immediate restraint and ceasefire on the part of all parties involved and unconditional withdrawal of all foreign troops in accordance with UN Resolution 598;

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the efforts initiated by the French Government to prevent the total annihilation of Lebanon.

C. Iran – Iraq

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and Iraq based on UN Security Council Resolution 589 of 1987. It urged both parties to negotiate for a durable peace in accordance with the terms of the said Resolution.

2. The Tenth General Assembly welcomed the new government in Iran and hoped that this would further promote efforts towards the final resolution of the conflict.

III. APARTHEID

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly fully concurred with and endorsed the ASEAN position on apartheid and the situation in South Africa taken at the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, in July 1989 and condemned apartheid as a despicable and inhuman practice that is the root cause of conflict in the region. It was of the view that peace and stability in Southeast Africa cannot be achieved unless the system of apartheid is totally dismantled and eliminated.

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly deeply sympathized with and supported the struggle for freedom and justice of the African National Congress (ANC). It fully supported worldwide efforts to secure the immediate release of Nelson Mandela;

3. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly noted the formation of a new government in South Africa which has publicly advocated the dismantling of apartheid. It was, therefore of the view that, while supporting the continuing struggle of the African people, the international community should encourage this development;

4. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the implementation of the UN Independence Plan for Namibia which started on 1 April 1988 in accordance with the UN Security Council Resolution 435 (1978), and expressed its solidarity with the people of Namibia in their just struggle for liberation and justice.

IV. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS ON THE DECISIONS OF THE THIRD MEETING OF THE HEADS OF GOVERNMENT

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly noted the progress made in the implementation of the decisions of the Third Meeting of Heads of Government in Manila in December 1987 and urged their expeditious implementation.

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly took note of the development of the organizational structure of ASEAN to enable to cope with its expanding activities. It hoped that this would enhance the effectiveness of ASEAN in carrying out its program;

3. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the dialogues, during this conference, with the parliaments of Australia, Canada and Japan as for a that could enhance mutual understanding and cooperation and strengthen the relations of ASEAN with its dialogue partners. In this regard, it took note of the sectoral dialogue relations with the Republic of Korea (ROK). It further took note of the interest of other organizations in establishing contacts with AIPO.

4. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly agreed that AIPO as well as its members should play its role in the follow up of the decisions of the ASEAN Heads of Government. It urged the respective Heads of Government. It urged the respective Heads of Government of ASEAN to recognize the decisions of the AIPO General Assembly and if appropriate, to find means to implement them.

V. SINO-SOVIET SUMMIT

The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the Sino-Soviet Summit held in Beijing in May 1989. It viewed the event as a historic break-through in major power relations which could lead to a marked reduction in international tensions.

While the bilateral dimension constituted the primary interest for the normalization of the relations, the Tenth AIPO General Assembly expressed the hope that such normalization of relations would help in the final resolution of the Afghanistan and Kampuchean problems.

VI. AFGHANISTAN

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the total and unconditional withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan within the time-frame set by the Soviet Foreign Minister and further welcomed the signing of the Geneva Accords.

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly took note of the fact that fighting still continue among the population thereby making it difficult for Afghan refuges to return safely to their homeland. It urged all parties concerned to exert their utmost to reach a comprehensive, just and lasting political settlement.

VII. ZOPFAN AND SEANWFZ

1. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to ASEAN in its determination to work towards the early realization of ZOPFAN, recognized and respected by the major and lesser powers. It declared its support for the Third ASEAN Summit’s decision to draw up an appropriate strategy with clear targets and objectives.

2. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly welcomed the ASEAN Foreign Ministers directive for the Senior Officials to continue consideration of the concept of a Southeast Asian Nuclear Weapons Free Zone as a component of ZOPFAN, with a view to completing the drafting as soon as possible of a treaty on the SEANWFZ, taking into account all of its implications.

3. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly noted that the eventual and orderly dismantling of all foreign military facilities/bases and the removal of nuclear weapons will greatly facilitate the early realization of the establishment of ZOPFAN and SEANWFZ.

4. The Tenth AIPO General Assembly further welcomed the readiness of ASEAN to jointly undertake, at an appropriate time, consultations with USA, USSR, China, Japan, India and other emerging powers, on the primary elements of the SEANWFZ for the purpokse of obtaining their recognition and support for the establishment of ZOPFAN in the region.

Adopted this 26^th day of August 1989, Manila, Philippines.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

9^th WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

KUALA LUMPUR – MALAYSIA

January 24 – 30, 1988

Resolution of the Political Committee

For Submission to the Working Committee

And the General Assembly

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The Ninth General Assembly of AIPO reviewed the regional and international political and economic situations and developments since the previous General Assembly; and:

Noting with satisfaction the initiatives taken by the Meeting of ASEAN Heads of Government in Manila and the signing of the Treaty on the elimination of intermediate and short range nuclear missiles by US President Reagan and General Secretary Gorbachev of the USSR, both in December 1987;

Reaffirming its commitment to the principles of the Unites Nations Charter and Resolutions on the non-use of force or the threat of the use of force, non-interference in the internal affairs of other States, respect for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of States and the peaceful settlement of disputes;

Deploring the foreign military intervention and continued military occupation which have resulted in the subjugation of the Kampuchean, Afghan and Palestinian peoples, and the denial of their right to self, determination, and giving rise to the international problems of refuges, which have yet to be resolved;

Welcoming the concerted efforts made by the international community to resolve the Kampuchea problem by a comprehensive political solution based on United Nations Resolutions on the situation in Kampuchea and the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea held in July, 1981; and the ASEAN Joint Appeal for Kampuchea Independence made by ASEAN Foreign Ministers on 21 September 1983;

Expressing serious concern on the continued intervention and illegal occupation by Soviet forces in Afghanistan, and hoping for the speedy implementation of relevant resolutions adopted by the United Nations, the Organization of Islamic Conference, and the Non-Aligned Movement;

Reaffirming the conviction that the total withdrawal of foreign forces from Kampuchea, Lebanon, and Afghanistan, as well as the respect for independence and non-aligned status of Kampuchea, Lebanon, and Afghanistan, and the inalienable right of self-determination of the Kampuchean, Afghan and Palestinian peoples are imperative for the maintenance of international peace and stability;

Condemning the atrocities committed recently on the innocent civilian population in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip by the Israeli regime;

Reaffirming the principle and objectives embodied in the Kuala Lumpur Declaration of the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) and expressing its conviction that the realization of this concept is essential for ensuring the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and security of all countries in Southeast Asia, free from external interference, and for the attainment of peace and stability in the region;

Noting with great concern the continuing competitive accumulation and modernization of nuclear and conventional armaments among the major powers;

Reaffirming its desire to establish the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapons Free Zone for all Southeast Asian States;

Reaffirming strongly the abhorrence of the policy of apartheid in South Africa;

Noting the serious downturn it world economic activities and consequent problem of indebtedness and economic instability among the developing countries;

Noting with concern the increasing friends towards protectionism in developed countries;

Recognizing the independence of national economies, and noting that national development and political stability in all countries are dependent on freer and expanded world trade, deems it necessary to state the following:

ASEAN Summit Meeting, Manila, December 1987

(1) The General Assembly of AIPO welcomes the successful holding of the Third Summit Meeting of ASEAN Heads of Government in Manila in December 1987 and the new initiatives declared by the Heads of Government in the Manila Declaration of ASEAN Resolve 1987 to establish a more efficient, resilient and cohesive ASEAN cooperative network;

(2) The General Assembly welcomes further the tremendous resolves and sense of solidarity and commitment among ASEAN nations that the Summit demonstrates;

(3) The General Assembly, in this regard, calls upon all ASEAN Parliamentarians to dedicate themselves to the tasks of enhancing awareness of ASEAN among their constituents and influencing Parliamentary debates and legislations to entrench and promote ASEAN cooperation and the smooth implementation of the Programme Action agreed to at the Manila Summit;

Kampuchea

(4) The General Assembly reiterates its strong condemnation of the continued occupation and colonization of the continued occupation and colonization of Kampuchea and its serious concern over the hardship and suffering of the people of Kampuchea, as well as the continued violations of Thai territory and sovereignty, which aggravates tensions in the region, and its call to Vietnam to refrain from such provocative actions;

(5) The General Assembly expresses its full support for the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference On Kampuchea (ICK), the ASEAN Joint Appeal for Kampuchean Independence and the relevant Resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly, as the viable framework for a comprehensive and durable political solution and settlement of the conflict;

(6) The General Assembly reiterates, in particular, its belief that the solution to the Kampuchean problem lies in an agreement on ceasefire by all parties to the conflict and the total with-drawl of all foreign forces from Kampuchea in the shortest possible time and the restoration to the Kampuchean people their right to self-determination trough free elections under United Nations supervision to establish a neutral, independent and non-aligned nation which would pose no threat to its neighbors;

(7) The General Assembly strongly urges Vietnam and all parties concerned to cooperate in the search for a political solution to the Kampuchean conflict;

(8) The General Assembly remains strongly convinced that a comprehensive political solution of the Kampuchean problem is vital to the inter-national and regional peace and security and for the realization of a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) in South East Asia;

(9) The General Assembly welcomes and supports the initiatives taken by Prince Norodom Sihanouk in this regard and his meetings with Mr. Hun Sen in France, as positive steps towards the attainment of the above mentioned objectives; and hopes that concrete results will emerge form their next meeting in Pyongyang.

Refuges Problem

(10) The General Assembly notes with concern the continued influx of Indochinese refuges and displaced persons into the ASEAN region, causing undue burdens to the countries of first refuge in ASEAN;

(11) The General Assembly expresses its full support to the Joint Statement of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers on this matters in Singapore on 14^th June, 1987, and the call by the Heads of ASEAN Governments in this regard in Manila in December, 1987, which envisage voluntary repatriation and third country resettlement as viable solutions to the Indochinese refuges problem, pending the resolution of the refuges problem at tits root cause;

(12) The General Assembly reiterates the position of ASEAN Governments that they have only granted these Indochinese refuges and displaced persons temporary refuge and assistance such as food, shelter, protection and transit facilities on humanitarian grounds, and that they pose serious problems to these countries and are a heavy drain on their resources;

(13) The General Assembly, therefore, expresses its appreciation for the efforts of the International community in providing generous contributions to the relief assistance programmes of the UNHCR and UNBRO and for humanitarian relief in Kampuchea, both in terms of resettlement opportunities and in alleviating the plight of refugees and displaced persons;

(14) The General Assembly urges all members of the international community to give full support, in financial and material terms, to the ASEAN countries in meeting the needs of and relieving the plight of these Indochinese refugees and displaced persons;

(15) The General Assembly expresses concern over the decline in the rate of resettlement in third countries of these Indochinese refuges given temporary refuge in ASEAN countries and calls upon resettlement countries to remain committed to the resettlement programme of these refugees and to accelerate the process of there is no residual problem in ASEAN countries;

(16) The General Assembly reaffirms its full support for the programme of voluntary repatriation of Kampuchean and Laotian illegal immigrants and displaced persons/refugees carried out by the Government of Thailand in Cooperation with the UNHCR;

(17) The General Assembly further urges Vietnam to cooperate with and assist the UNHCR and the resettlement countries in implementing the Programme of Orderly Departure for these refugees;

(18) The General Assembly also stresses the need for displaced Kampuchean and Laotians to be permitted to return to their respective homelands speedily and safely.

Afghanistan

(19) The General Assembly notes with concern the continuing Soviet military occupation of Afghanistan and reaffirms its support of the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned movement and the Organization of Islamic Conference in this regard.

(20) The General Assembly reiterates its urgent appeal to the USSR, in keeping with the above mentioned Resolutions, to take immediate measures to effect a total and unconditional withdrawal of its troops from Afghanistan, so as to enable Afghanistan to return to its independent and non-aligned status, free from outside interference or coercion, and for the people of Afghanistan to be able to exercise their unfettered right to self-determination.

(21) The General Assembly urges the United Nations Secretary General to continue his efforts to find a comprehensive political solution to the Afghanistan problem consistent with the above mentioned Resolutions, so as to also facilitate the safe, honorable and voluntary return of the Afghan refuges to their homeland.

(22) The General Assembly notes with encouragement a recent statement by the Soviet Foreign Minister declaring the intention of the Soviet Union to withdraw its forces from Afghanistan in 1988 and expresses the hope that such withdrawal will be earnestly effected within the time frame states and without any pre-conditions and that the independent and non-aligned status of Afghanistan will be re-established.

WEST ASIA

(a) West Bank and the Gaza Strip

(23) The General Assembly condemns the oppressive measures and atrocities of the Israeli regime on the innocent civilian population in the occupied territories of the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

(24) The General Assembly reiterates its belief that the central issue in the West Asian conflict is the Palestine problem and that a just and durable peace in the region can only be established on the basis of the restoration of the rights of the people of Palestine to set up an independent homeland of their own, the State of Palestine, with all states in the region co-existing within secure and internationally recognized boundaries.

(25) The General Assembly emphasizes that such objectives can only be met in accordance with the framework of the UN Charter and the series of UN Resolutions in this regard; and therefore supports the call of the International Conference on the Question of Palestine 1983, to the UN Security Council to work with all concerned parties, including the Palestine Liberation Organization, to find a political solution within this framework.

(b) Lebanon

(26) The General Assembly expresses its concern over the continuing crisis in Lebanon.

(27) The General Assembly calls upon all parties in Lebanon to observe the ceasefire agreed to earlier and to work to bring about national reconciliation, and calls further upon all foreign troops to unconditionally withdraw their forces in accordance with the UN Security Council Resolution 598.

(c) Iran-Iraq Conflict

(28) The General Assembly expresses its deep concern and regret that the continuing conflict between Iran and Iraq id causing undue misery and hardship to the people of the two countries and threatening peace and stability of the Gulf region as well as causing unnecessary difficulties to international shipping in the area.

(29) The General Assembly fully supports the efforts of the United Nations, the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC), the Non-Aligned Movement and others in calling for a quick political solution to the conflict;

(30) The General Assembly further calls upon all parties to refrain from the sale and supply of arms to the nations involved in the conflict.

COOPERATION WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS

(31) The General Assembly notes with satisfaction ASEAN’s efforts to establish and expand contact with other regional groupings, including the European Community and the South Pacific Forum and others.

(32) The General Assembly reiterates the call of the ASEAN Heads of Government to intensify such contacts and cooperation and to emphasis areas of special interest to ASEAN in economic and political matters.

(33) The General Assembly in this regard, welcome AIPO’s regular contacts and dialogues with the European Parliament as well as with the Parliaments of Australia, Canada and other countries on dialogue partnership with ASEAN.

APARTHEID

(34) The General Assembly expresses its full support of the Joint Statements of June 1987 of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers on Apartheid and the situation in South Africa. It joints the worldwide condemnation of the policy of apartheid and calls for the immediate abolition of this abhorrent policy.

(35) The General Assembly concludes firmly that the only effective way to get the racist South African regime to totally abandon the Apartheid policy is to apply comprehensive and mandatory sanctions against South Africa and calls upon the world community to act on this speedily, as the apartheid policy is a flagrant violation of the UN Charter itself. The General Assembly does not believe that the black Africans would suffer more by such sanctions, as there is no greater ignominy, shame and deprivation that being subject to the Apartheid policy and the repressive measures already being taken against them by the South African regime.

(36) The General Assembly strongly reiterates its support for the legitimate struggle of the majority black South African people against apartheid and their struggle to establish a non-racial and democratic nation based on majority rule;

(37) The General Assembly also reiterates its support for an solidarity with the people of the frontline African States in their struggle against aggression and pressures of South Africa to undermine and destabilize them.

WORLD ECONOMIC SITUATION

(38) The General Assembly is of the firm view that political stability and national development, particularly in the developing world, depend strongly on an environment of free and growing trade and calls upon particularly the developed countries to support such growth of free trade, avoiding protectionist measures, and to assist the developing countries to achieve their potential for growth in the interest of a better life for their people.

(39) The General Assembly notes with concern the continuing sluggishness in world trade and investment and calls upon the developed countries to adopt urgent and effective measures to deal with such problems so that they will not adversely effect the developing countries.

(40) The General Assembly calls in particular on developed countries not to unnecessarily exacerbate the position of other countries in the measures that they take to resolve balance of payments or budget deficits.

(41) The General Assembly calls upon the developed countries with strong trade surpluses to take bolder steps to open up their markets to imports from other countries, particularly those from the developing world, such as those in ASEAN.

ZOPFAN AND SOUTHEAST ASIA NUCLEAR WEAPONS FREE ZONE

(42) The General Assembly reaffirms its strong commitment and support for ASEAN moves to pursue with greater vigour and sense of urgency all efforts for the realization of Southeast Asia as a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN).

(43) In this regard, the General Assembly emphasizes the establishment of a Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapons Free Zone, comprising all States of Southeast Asia, as an important step for accelerating the realization of ZOPFAN. The establishment of such a Zone is an important disarmament measure sanctioned by the UN and would constitute Southeast Asia’s contribution to the achievement of a general and total global disarmament, besides being an effective measure for promoting peace and security in Southeast Asia.

(44) The General Assembly supports ASEAN’s moves to intensify efforts towards the early establishment of a Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapons Free Zone and calls for continued consideration of all aspects relating to the establishment of such a Zone, including the preparation of an appropriate instrument to establish the Zone, in consultation with other Southeast Asian States.

(45) The General Assembly welcomes the recent conclusion of a Treaty on the elimination of intermediate and short range nuclear missiles by U.S. President Reagen and General Secretary Gorbachev of the U.S.S.R. and recognizes this an important step in genuine reduction of nuclear arms and disarmament. The General Assembly hopes that this Treaty and forthcoming further talks between the superpowers will lead to further steps for reduction of strategic nuclear weapons, including their deployment in Asia and the Pacific and provide a fresh impetus to the Geneva Conference on Disarmament.

(46) The General Assembly expresses the strong hope that the new atmosphere of greater cooperation and mutual accommodation between the two superpowers will help ease world tensions and pave the way for more speedy, peaceful and just resolution of the protracted conflicts in Southeast Asia, West Asia, and South Africa.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

RESOLUTIONS

ON THE POLITICAL MATTERS 1987

NO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

RESOLUTIONS

ON THE POLITICAL MATTERS 1986

NO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

EIGHTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SEPTEMBER 22 – 29, 1985, JAKARTA, INDONESIA

WC8/PL2/POL/RES.01.

RESOLUTION ON REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL MATTERS

The Eighth AIPO General Assembly:

Deeply concerned that since its last meeting, there has been an increasing use of force by States in imposing their will on other States;

Reaffirming its commitment to the principles of the United Nations Resolution on the non-use of force or the threat of the use of force, non-interference in the internal affairs of other States, respect for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty and the peaceful settlement of disputes;

Deploring the foreign military intervention and continued military occupation which have resulted in the subjugation of the Kampuchean, Afghan and Palestinian peoples, and the denial of their right to self-determination, and giving rise to the international problems of refugees, which have yet to be resolved;

Welcoming the concerted efforts made by the International community to resolve the Kampuchea problem by a comprehensive political solution based on United Nations Resolution 34/22, 35/6, 36/5, 37/6 and 38/23 on the situation in Kampuchea which were Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea held in July, 1981;

Endorsing the ASEAN Joint Appeal for Kampuchea Independence made by ASEAN Foreign Ministers on 21 September 1983;

Expressing serious concern at the continued intervention and illegal occupation by Soviet forces in Afghanistan, and hoping for the speedy implementation of relevant resolutions adopted by the United Nations, the Organization of Islamic Conference, and the Non-Aligned Movement;

Reaffirming the conviction that the total withdrawal of foreign forces Kampuchea, Lebanon, and Afghanistan, as well as the respects for independence and non-aligned statues of Kampuchea, Lebanon, and Afghanistan, and the inalienable right of self-determination of the Kampuchean and Afghan peoples are imperative for the maintenance of international peace and stability;

Reaffirming the principles and objectives embodied in the Kuala Lumpur Declaration of the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutralization of this concept is essential for ensuring the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and security of all countries in Southeast Asia, free from external inter-ference, and for the attainment of peace and stability in the region;

Reaffirming strongly the abhorrence of the policy of Apartheid in South Africa;

Noting with great concern the increasing trends towards protectionism in developed countries;

Recognizing the interdependence of national economies and noting that there are signs of further economic deterioration among the countries of the world;

Noting with serious concern the competitive accumulation and modernization of nuclear armament among the major powers. Deems in necessary to state the following;

KAMPUCHEA

1. The General Assembly reiterates its deep concern that the continued Vietnamese military occupation and colonization of Kampuchea remains a serious there to the peace and stability of the whole Southeast Asian region as well as international peace and security.

2. The General Assembly condemns the continues occupation and colonization of Kampuchea.

3. The General Assembly notes with deep concern Vietnam’s latest dry season offensives along the Thai Kampuchean border which caused hardships and immense sufferings to hundreds of thousands of Kampuchea civilian population who were forced to leave their homes and seek refuges in Thailand.

4. The General Assembly expresses its deep concern and disappointment at Vietnam’s continued military actions in Kampuchea belying Vietnams own professions for a negotiated solution of the Kampuchean problem.

5. The General Assembly expresses its deep disappointment at the disregard Vietnam shows toward repeated appeals made by the international community for restraint.

6. The General Assembly expresses its serious concern over the recurrent open violations of Thai territory and sovereignty and strongly condemns these illegal and hostile actions which caused deaths and casualties among Thai villagers and aggravates tensions in the region.

7. The General Assembly calls on Vietnam to refrain from launching provocative actions and appeal to the international community to prevail upon Vietnam to cease similar actions.

8. The General Assembly expresses its full support for the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea (ICK), the ASEAN Joint Appeal for Kampuchean Independence and the relevant resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly, which provide a viable framework for comprehensive and durable solution of the Kampuchean conflict, that the General Assembly calls on a new International Community to support the move for comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem at the United Nations General Assembly.

9. The General Assembly remains convinced that a comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem can be reached through negotiations on inter alia, the following elements:

(a) An agreement on ceasefire by all parties to the conflict in Kampuchea and withdrawal of all foreign forces from Kampuchea in the shortest time possible; and

(b) The holding of free elections under United Nations supervision which allows the Kampuchean people to exercise their rights to self determination.

10. The General Assembly reiterates the call on Vietnam made by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers at the 18^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Kuala Lumpur in July 1985 reaffirming ASEAN’s stand on the issue and expressing full support for Princes Samdech Norodom Sihanouk’s call for national reconciliation among all Kampuchean factions, including Heng Samrin, as an essential means towards an enduring peace and independence in Kampuchea. The formation of a government of national reconciliation under the leadership of Prince Samdech Norodom Sihanouk will held build a united Kampuchea after the Vietnamese withdrawal.

11. The General Assembly again expresses its satisfaction at the continuing constructive efforts of the Ad Hoc Committee of the the ICK and urges all parties to the Kampuchean conflict to extend their fullest support and cooperation to the Committee in order to enable a speedy implementation of the Declaration and Resolutions of the Conference.

In this regard, the General Assembly strongly urges Vietnam to cooperate in the search for a political solution to the Kampuchean conflict and to extend its cooperation to the Ad Hoc Committee of the ICK.

12. The General Assembly notes the resignation of Pol Pot from the Khmer Rouge and hopes that this step taken by the Khmer Rouge will pave the way toward a comprehensive political solution.

13. The General Assembly takes note of Vietnam’s recent claims of a partial withdrawal of its troops from Kampuchea and expresses the view that to be credible, such a withdrawal should be a part of the total withdrawal. The partial withdrawal should be on a territorial basis and not be merely troop rotations.

14. The General Assembly expresses its serious concern at the settlement of growing numbers of Vietnamese nationals in Kampuchea which could be aimed at changing the demographic character of Kampuchea. It also views with alarm the harassment of Kampuchean villagers in Western Kampuchea by Vietnamese troops, including forced labour and conscription of Kampucheans and relocation of whole villages. These actions have resulted in anew exodus of refugees to the Thai-Kampuchean border. The General Assembly calls upon the international community to condemn these acts by the occupation forces in Kampuchea.

15. The General Assembly reiterates its call for increasing support for the Kampuchean people in their struggle for the realization of independent, sovereign, and neutral Kampuchea free from foreign intervention, in which the Kampuchean people would be able to exercise their legitimate right to self-determination.

In this regard, the General Assembly notes the continued progress made by Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea, not only in garnering increasing international political support, but also in building up resistance force that has been able to withstand the Vietnamese dry season offensives. It expresses the conviction that the forces Kampuchean nationalism will triumph in their flight for the independence and survival of the Kampuchean nation.

16. The General Assembly takes note of the Communiques of the so-called “Eights and Ninth Indochinese Foreign Ministers Meeting” issued in Vientiane on 29 January and 2 July 1984, respectively, and expresses deep concern that Vietnam has not responded positively to the Appeal for Kampuchean Independence issued jointly by the Foreign Ministers of ASEAN in 21 September 1983, calling for a gradual and step-by-step de-escalation of the Kampuchean war leading to a comprehensive settlement of the Kampuchean problem. The Vietnamese proposal to use the ASEAN’s Joint Appeal and the communiqué of the so-called “8^th Conference of the Indochinese FMs” as a basis of negoation between ASEAN and Indochinese countries as proposes during the so-called “9^th Conference” in July 1884, is merely a new tactical manosuvre on the part of Vietnam to posture its flexibility particularly on the eve of the 39^th UNGA. In fact, Vietnam remains adamant in its position as amply indicated in the Vientiane Communique of January 1984, and reinforced by the latest Vietnamese military offensive.

17. The General Assembly expresses serious concern about the threat expressed in the Vientiane Communique of the occurrence of a large scale war in Southeast Asia unless ASEAN is prepared to engage in regional dialogues in the manner prescribed by Vietnam.

The General Assembly regards such threat as posing a deliberate and additional obstacle to a political solution to the Kampuchean problem.

18. The General Assembly reaffirms its serious concern that the continued Vietnamese opposition to a political solution will further intensify the superpower rivalry in Southeast Asia to the detriment of regional peace and stability.

19. The General Assembly urges the Government of Vietnam to respond positively to the ASEAN proposal of proximity talks with the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea.

20. The General Assembly takes note of increasing effectiveness of the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea under the Presidency of Samdech Norodon Sihanouk and urges the members of the international community to extend recognition and lend support to the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea in its patriotic efforts to regain full independence and sovereignty for the Kampuchean nation.

21. The General Assembly welcomes the announcement of complete separation between Kampuchean military and civilian camps as clearly stated in the Communique issued by the Council of Ministers of the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea on 24 January 1984, and expresses deep concern that Vietnamese attacks against the Kampuchean encampments along the Western Kampuchean border have inflicted deep suffering on the defenseless Kampuchean civilians, bringing about massive influx of displaced Kampucheans into Thailand. The General Assembly, therefore appeals to the international community to prevail upon Vietnam to refrain from attacking Kampuchean civilian encampments and not to desist from mounting such offensives against the innocent Kampuchean civilians.

22. The General Assembly remains deeply convinced that a comprehensive political solution of the Kampuchean problem is vital the realization of a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) in Southeast Asia which would give Southeast Asian countries the opportunity to devote themselves fully to the task of socio-economic development, free from foreign interference, subversion or coercion and to enhance regional cooperation for the common good.

23. In this connection, the General Assembly strongly urges the major powers in particular and all parties concerned to extend-their support and cooperation to enable the realization of ZOPFAN.

REFUGE PROBLEM.

24. The General Assembly reaffirms its full support for the programme of voluntary repatriation of Kampuchean illegal immigrants/displaced persons/refuges carried out by the Government of Thailand in cooperation with the United Nations Eight Commissioner for Refugees.

25. The General Assembly reiterates that it is the inalienable right of those Kampuchean people who has sought temporary refuge in neighboring countries to return safely to their homeland in full accord with humanitarian principles.

26. The General Assembly also support the position of the Thai Government that while it has granted these Kampuchean temporary refuge, it is in no position to shoulder such a heavy responsibility as to accept them for permanent settlement in its territory.

27. The General Assembly noted with appreciation the generous contribution made by the international community towards humanitarian relief assistance to Kampuchea and recognizes the need for continuation of such assistance for these needy Kampucheans especially those along the Western Kampuchean border and in the holding centres in Thailand as well as for the uprooted Thai villagers who have been affected by the flow and presence of these Kampucheans. It stresses that the objectives of such aid should be for humanitarian relief assistance and not for the development of economic and social infrastructures. The General Assembly therefore, deplores any action taken to utilize such assistance for purposes other that humanitarian grounds.

28. The General Assembly calls on the members of the international community, individually and collectively, to provide aid urgently for the relief of Kampuchean, who have fled into Thailand as a result of attacks since April and September 1983 by Vietnamese forces against encampments, schools and hospitals for Kampuchean civilians along the Western Kampuchean border.

29. The General Assembly expresses grave concern overt the continuous flow of Vietnamese illegal arrival into ASEAN countries. It is also concerned over the sharp Indochinese refuges presently seeking temporary refuge in the ASEAN countries and urges the third countries to accelerated the resettlement.

30. The General Assembly draws attention to the fact that the ASEAN countries have been extending to these illegal immigrants all possible assistance, such as food, shelter and transit facilities which is a heavy drain on their resources. The General Assembly, therefore, urges all members of the inter-national community the developed countries to giver their full support, financial as well as material, to the ASEAN countries in alleviating the plight of these Indochinese displaced persons.

31. The General Assembly also urges Vietnam to exert earnest efforts in implementing the Orderly Departure Programme.

32. The General Assembly further expresses the hope that the problem of Vietnamese illegal immigrants could be effectively and completely resolved so that ASEAN countries are not saddled with a residual problem and that the suffering of these illegal immigrants can be alleviated and that they will be offered permanent homes in third countries.

AFGHANISTAN.

33. The General Assembly reaffirms the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Conference on the Soviet military intervention in Afghanistan and on its ensuring effects.

34. The General Assembly reiterates its urgent appeal to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics to take immediate measures in keeping with the various Resolutions of the United nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organizations of Islamic Conference which, inter alia, call for the immediate, unconditional and total withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan so as to enable Afghanistan to return to its hitherto independent and non-aligned status, free from any from of outside interference or coercion and for the people of Afghanistan to exercise their right to self-determination.

35. The General Assembly appeals to all States and peoples to provide assistance in order to alleviate the suffering of the Afghan refugees.

36. The General Assembly urges the United Nation’s Secretary General to continue his efforts to find a comprehensive political solution to the Afghanistan problem consistent with the Resolutions of the United Nations which will facilitate the voluntary and early return of the Afghan refuges to their homes in safety and with honor.

37. The General Assembly resolves that all efforts be made to give effect to the provisions of the above-mentioned Resolutions to seek ways and means, including appropriate consultations as well as the convening of an International Conference under the auspices of the United Nations, or otherwise for a comprehensive political solution consistent with those Resolutions.

WEST ASIA.

38. The General Assembly expresses its condemnation of the continued occupation of certain areas in Lebanon by Israeli armed forces thus violating the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Lebanon and calls upon all foreign troops to unconditionally withdraw their forces in accordance with the relevant security Council Resolutions.

39. The General Assembly calls on all parties in Lebanon to adhere strictly to the ceasefire agreement and arrive at a political solution to the Lebanese conflict bringing about national reconciliation.

40. The General Assembly reiterates that the Palestine problem is the central issue in the West Asian conflict and that a just and durable peace in that region can only be established in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and relevant UN Resolutions and on the basis of the restitutions of the rights of the Palestinian people, including their right to set up a state of their own in their homeland and the total Israeli withdrawal from all occupied Arab territories.

41. In this connection, the General Assembly notes the decision taken at the International Conference on the Question of Palestine held in Geneva on 29 August to 7 September 1983 which demonstrated a strong consensus thus giving fresh strength to the international community’s demand that only the establishment of an independent state of Palestine can fulfill the rights of the Palestinian people and achieve a just and enduring peace where all states in the region can exist within secured and internationally recognized boundaries. The General Assembly also supports the call on the UN Security Council made by the International Conference to act in concert with all concerned parties, including the Palestinian Liberation Organization, to find a political solution to the Question of Palestine.

CONFERENCE WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS

42. The General Assembly notes the progress of ASEAN’s efforts to expand contacts with other regional groupings, in particular with the European Community and the Gulf Cooperation Council, and recommends that further initiatives be taken to advance these contracts for further consultation, cooperation and collaboration.

43. The General Assembly considers that further ASEAN Contacts be made with other regional groupings including regional groups with third world organizations, such as the South Pacific Forum, the Andean Pact and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for cooperation on areas of mutual benefit, including the possibility for the exchange of visits with other regional parliaments.

44. The General Assembly also notes with satisfaction the increased cooperation between ASEAN and their dialogue partners, namely: Australia, Canada, the European Community, Japan, New Zealand and the United States of America.

APARTHEID.

45. The General Assembly declares its absolute abhorrence of the apartheid policy of the South African Government and vehemently condemns the continued application of this policy against the majority black population in South Africa.

46. The General Assembly expresses its grave concern over the worsening situation in South Africa which it considers as a threat to both regional and international peace and security.

47. The General Assembly appeal strongly to the South African Government to immediately lift the states of emergency and release expeditiously Nelson Mandela, the leader of the African National Congress (ANC), and other political detainees and immediately start a dialogue with the leaders of the majority of the population.

48. The General Assembly reiterates strongly its call for the immediate abolition of the abhorrent policy of Apartheid in all its forms and manifestation which is a crime against humanity.

WORLD ECONOMIC SITUATION.

49. The General Assembly expresses its deep concern at the continued economic difficulties faced by developing and less developed countries.

50. The General Assembly stresses the need for the determined and simultaneous efforts by developed countries to revitalize the development process and to help developing countries to accelerate economic growth and development, in order to bring about a sustained global recovery.

51. The General Assembly calls on the developed countries for urgent and effective measures to deal with the continuing grave economic problems faced by the developing countries, to avoid measures which would exacerbate the situation further and to redness the present imbalance in the international economic relations. It also calls on the developed countries to take steps to bring about the realization of the New International Economic Order.

52. In the field of commodities, the General Assembly notes the progress made to enable primary commodity producing countries to obtain fair prices for their products. The General Assembly urges those countries witch have not yet signed the Agreement Establishing the Common Fund for Commodities to do so as soon as possible, and that they, together with those that have already signed, should ratify the Agreement as soon as possible.

PROTECTIONISM

53. The General Assembly noted with grave concern the trade protectionist measures in developed countries. This represents a serious threat to the growth of world trade and the process of global economic recovery. Developing countries, including ASEAN countries, which depend on exports for their earnings are likely to suffer most if these trends are not reverse.

54. With this in view, the General Assembly calls upon the developed countries to desist from taking such trade protectionist measures and press forward through multilateral talks for an open international trading system which is so essential for the political stability of the developing countries.

DISARMAMENT.

55. The General Assembly appeals to major powers to halt the competitive accumulation and modernization of nuclear and conventional armaments among nations through serious and continuing negotiations on disarmament, taking into account not only their own national security interest but also the concerns of others, especially the non-nuclear weapon developing states.

56. The General Assembly appeals in particular to the nuclear powers who are parties to the Treaty on Non-Proliferation on Nuclear Weapons to fulfill their obligations under Articles VI of the Treaty which requires them “to pursue negotiations in good faith on effective measures relating to cessation of the nuclear arms race at an early date and on nuclear disarmament, and on a treaty on general and complete disarmament under strict and effective international control”.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

SEVENTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SEPTEMBER 1984, THAILAND

GA7/POL/RES

RESOLUTION ON REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL MATTERS

The Seventh AIPO General Assembly:

Deeply concerned that since its last meeting, there has been an increasing use of force by States in imposing their will on other States;

Reaffirming its commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter relating the non-use of force or the threat of the use of force, non-interference in the internal affairs of other States, respect for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of States and the peaceful settlement of disputes;

Deploring the foreign military intervention and continued military occupation which have resulted in the subjugation of the Kampuchean, Afghan and Palestinian peoples, and the denial of their right to self-determination, and giving rise to the international problems of refugees, which have yet to be resolved;

Welcoming the concerted efforts made by the International community to resolve the Kampuchea problem by a comprehensive political solution based on United Nations Resolution 34/22, 35/6, 36/5, 37/6 and 38/23 on the situation in Kampuchea which were adopted by an increasing majority at the United Nations and the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea held in July, 1981;

Endorsing the ASEAN Joint Appeal for Kampuchea Independence made by ASEAN Foreign Ministers on 21 September 1983;

Reaffirming the principles and objectives embodied in the Kuala Lumpur Declaration of the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutralization (ZOPFAN) and expressing its conviction that the realization of this concept is essential for ensuring the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and security of all countries in Southeast Asia, free from external interference, and for the attainment of peace and stability in the region;

Considering that the world economic situation has far-reaching consequences on the political stability of country;

Recognizing the interdependence of national economies, and noting that there signs of an economic upturn in some developed countries;

Deems in necessary to state the following;

KAMPUCHEA

1. The General Assembly reiterates its deep concern that the continued Vietnamese military occupation of Kampuchea remains a serious there to the peace and stability of the whole Southeast Asian region as well as international peace and security.

2. The General Assembly expresses its full support for the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea (ICK), the ASEAN Joint Appeal for Kampuchean Independence and the relevant resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly, which provide a viable framework for a comprehensive and durable solution of the Kampuchean conflict.

3. The General Assembly remains convinced that a comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem can be reached through negotiations on, inter alia, the following elements.

(a) An Agreement on ceasefire by all parties to the conflict in Kampuchean and withdrawal of all foreign forces from Kampuchea in the shortest time possible; and

(b) The holding of free elections under United Nations supervision which allows the Kampuchean people to exercise their rights to self determination.

4. The General Assembly reiterates the call on Vietnam made by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers at the 17^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Jakarta in July 1984 reaffirming ASEAN’s stand on the issue and expressing full support for Princes Sihanouk’s call for national reconciliation among all Kampuchean factions, including Heng Samrin, as an essential means towards an enduring peace and independence in Kampuchea. The formation of a government of national reconciliation under the leadership of Prince Sihanouk will held build a united Kampuchea after the Vietnamese withdrawal. The General Assembly condemns Vietnam’s continued illegal occupation of Kampuchea and calls on the international community to support a comprehensive political settlement in Kampuchea and the restoration of Kampuchea as an independent and sovereign state.

5. The General Assembly again expresses its satisfaction at the continuing constructive efforts of the Ad Hoc Committee of the ICK and urges all parties to the Kampuchean conflict to extend their fullest support and cooperation to the Committee in order to enable a speedy implementation of the declaration and Resolutions of the Conference.

6. The General Assembly takes note of Vietnam’s recent claims of a partial withdrawal of its troops from Kampuchea and expresses the view that to be credible, such a withdrawal should be a part of the total withdrawal. The partial withdrawal should be on a territorial basis and not be merely rotations.

7. The General Assembly expresses its serious concern at the settlement of growing numbers of Vietnamese nationals in Kampuchea which could be aimed at changing the demographic character of Kampuchea. It also views with alarm the harassment of Kampuchean villagers in Western Kampuchea by Vietnamese troops, including forced labour and conscription of Kampucheans and relocation of whole villages. These actions have resulted in a new exodus of refugees to the Thai-Kampuchean border. The General Assembly calls upon the international community to condemn these acts by the occupation forces in Kampuchea.

8. The General Assembly reiterates its call for increasing support for the Kampuchean people in their struggle for the realization of independent, and neutral Kampuchea free from foreign intervention, in which the Kampuchean people would be able to exercise their legitimate right to self-determination. In this regard, the General Assembly notes the continued progress made by Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea, not only in garnering increasing international political support, but also in building up resistance force that has been able to withstand the Vietnamese dry season offensives. It expresses the conviction that the forces Kampuchean nationalism will triumph in their flight for the independence and survival of the Kampuchean nation.

9. The General Assembly takes note of the Communiques of the so-called “Eights and Ninth Indochinese Foreign Ministers Meeting” issued in Vientiane on 29 January and 2 July 1984, respectively, and expresses deep concern that Vietnam has not responded positively to the Appeal for Kampuchean Independence issued jointly by the Foreign Ministers of ASEAN in 21 September 1983, calling for a gradual and step-by-step de-escalation of the Kampuchean war leading to a comprehensive settlement of the Kampuchean problem. The Vietnamese proposal to use the ASEAN’s Joint Appeal and the communiqué of the so-called “8^th Conference of the Indochinese FMs” as a basis of negotiation between ASEAN and Indochinese countries as proposes during the so-called “9^th Conference” in July 1884, is merely a new tactical manoeuvre on the part of Vietnam to posture its flexibility particularly on the eve of the 39^th UNGA. In fact, Vietnam remains adamant in its position as amply indicated in the Vientiane Communique of January 1984, and reinforced by the latest Vietnamese military offensive.

10. The General Assembly expresses serious concern about the treat expressed in the Vientiane Communique of the occurrence of a large scale war in Southeast Asia unless ASEAN is prepared to engage in regional dialogues in the manner prescribed by Vietnam. The General Assembly regards such treat as posing a deliberate and additional obstacle to a poltical solution to the Kampuchean problem.

11. The General Assembly reaffirms its serious concern that the continued Vietnamese opposition to a political solution will further intensify the superpower rivalry in Southeast Asia to the detriment of regional peace and stability.

12. The General Assembly takes note of increasing effectiveness of the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea under the Presidency of Samdech Norodon Sihanouk and urges the members of the international community to extend recognition and lend support to the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea in its patriotic efforts to regain full independence and sovereignty for the Kampuchean nation.

13. The General Assembly welcomes the announcement of complete separation between Kampuchean military and civilian camps as clearly stated in the Communique issued by the Council of Ministers of the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea on 24 January 1984, and expresses deep concern that Vietnamese attacks against the Kampuchean encampments along the Western Kampuchean border have inflicted deep suffering on the defenseless Kampuchean civilians, bringing about massive influx of displaced Kampucheans into Thailand. The General Assembly, therefore appeals to the international community to prevail upon Vietnam to refrain from attacking Kampuchean civilian encampments and not to desist from mounting such offensives against the innocent Kampuchean civilians.

14. The General Assembly remains deeply convinced that a comprehensive political solution of the Kampuchean problem is vital the realization of a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) in Southeast Asia which would give Southeast Asian countries the opportunity to devote themselves fully to the task of socio-economic development, free from foreign interference, subversion or coercion and to enhance regional cooperation for the common good.

15. In this connection, the General Assembly strongly urges the major powers in particular and all parties concerned to extend-their support and cooperation to enable the realization of ZOPFAN.

REFUGE PROBLEM.

16. The General Assembly reaffirms its full support for the programme of voluntary repatriation of Kampuchean illegal immigrants/displaced persons/refuges carried out by the Government of Thailand in cooperation with the United Nations Eight Commissioner for Refugees.

17. The General Assembly reiterates that it is the inalienable right of those Kampuchean people who has sought temporary refuge in neighboring countries to return safely to their homeland in full accord with humanitarian principles.

18. The General Assembly also support the position of the Thai Government that while it has granted these Kampuchean temporary refuge, it is in no position to shoulder such a heavy responsibility as to accept them for permanent settlement in its territory.

19. The General Assembly noted with appreciation the generous contribution made by the international community towards humanitarian relief assistance to Kampuchea and recognizes the need for continuation of such assistance for these needy Kampucheans especially those along the Western Kampuchean border and in the holding centers in Thailand as well as for the uprooted Thai villagers who have been affected by the flow and presence of these Kampucheans. It stresses that the objectives of such aid should be for humanitarian relief assistance and not for the development of economic and social infrastructures. The General Assembly therefore, deplores any action taken to utilize such assistance for purposes other that humanitarian grounds.

20. The General Assembly calls on the members of the international community, individually and collectively, to provide aid urgently for the relief of Kampuchean, who have fled into Thailand as a result of attacks since April and September 1983 by Vietnamese occupation forces against encampments, schools and hospitals for Kampuchean civilians along the Western Kampuchean border.

21. The General Assembly expresses grave concern overt the continuous flow of Vietnamese illegal arrival into ASEAN countries. It is also concerned over the sharp decline in the rate of resettlement in third countries of Indochinese refuges presently seeking temporary refuge in the ASEAN countries and urges the third countries to accelerated the process the resettlement.

22. The General Assembly draws attention to the fact that the ASEAN countries have been extending to these illegal immigrants all possible assistance, such as food, shelter and transit facilities which is a heavy drain on their resources. The General Assembly, therefore, urges all members of the international community, especially the developed countries to giver their full support, financial as well as material, to the ASEAN countries in alleviating the plight of these Indochinese displaced persons.

23. The General Assembly also urges Vietnam to exert earnest efforts in implementing the Orderly Departure Programme.

24. The General Assembly further expresses the hope that the problem of Vietnamese illegal immigrants could be effectively and completely resolved so that ASEAN countries are not saddled with a residual problem and that the suffering of these illegal immigrants can be alleviated and that they will be offered permanent homes in third countries.

AFGHANISTAN.

25. The General Assembly reaffirms the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Conference on the Soviet military intervention in Afghanistan and on its ensuring effects.

26. The General Assembly reiterates its urgent appeal to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics to take immediate measures in keeping with the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organizations of Islamic Conference which, inter alia, call for the immediate, unconditional and total withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan so as to enable Afghanistan to return to its hitherto independent and non-aligned status, free from any from of outside interference or coercion and for the people of Afghanistan to exercise their right to self-determination.

27. The General Assembly appeals to all States and peoples to provide assistance in order to alleviate the suffering of the Afghan refugees.

28. The General Assembly urges the United Nation’s Secretary General to continue his efforts to find a comprehensive political solution to the Afghanistan problem consistent with the Resolutions of the United Nations which will facilitate the voluntary and early return of the Afghan refugees to their homes in safety and with honor.

29. The General Assembly resolves that all efforts be made to give effect to the provisions of the above-mentioned Resolutions to seek ways and means, including appropriate consultations as well as the convening of an International Conference under the auspices of the United Nations, or otherwise for a comprehensive political solution consistent with those Resolutions.

WEST ASIA.

30. The General Assembly expresses its condemnation of the continued occupation of certain areas in Lebanon by Israeli armed forces thus violating the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Lebanon and calls upon all foreign troops to unconditionally withdraw their forces in accordance with the relevant security Council Resolutions.

31. The General Assembly calls on all parties in Lebanon to adhere strictly to the ceasefire agreement and arrive at a political solution to the Lebanese conflict bringing about national reconciliation.

32. The General Assembly reiterates that the Palestine problem is the central issue in the West Asian conflict and that a just and durable peace in that region can only be established in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and relevant UN Resolutions and on the basis of the restitutions of the rights of the Palestinian people, including their right to set up a state of their own in their homeland and the total Israeli withdrawal from all occupied Arab territories.

33. In this connection, the General Assembly notes the decision taken at the International Conference on the Question of Palestine held in Geneva on 29 August to 7 September 1983 which demonstrated a strong consensus thus giving fresh strength to the international community’s demand that only the establishment of an independent state of Palestine can fulfill the rights of the Palestinian people and achieve a just and enduring peace where all states in the region can exist within secured and internationally recognized boundaries. The General Assembly also supports the call on the UN Security Council made by the International Conference to act in concert with all concerned parties, including the Palestinian Liberation Organization, to find a political solution to the Question of Palestine.

CONFERENCE WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS

34. The General Assembly notes the progress of ASEAN’s efforts to expand contacts with other regional groupings, in particular with the European Community and the Gulf Cooperation Council, and recommends that further initiatives be taken to advance these contracts for further consultation, cooperation and collaboration.

35. The General Assembly considers that further ASEAN Contacts be made with other regional groupings including regional groups with third world organizations, such as the South Pacific Forum, the Andean Pact and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for cooperation on areas of mutual benefit, including the possibility for the exchange of visits with other regional parliaments.

36. The General Assembly also notes with satisfaction the increased cooperation between ASEAN and their dialogue partners, namely: Australia, Canada, the European Community, Japan, New Zealand and the United States of America.

APARTHEID.

37. The General Assembly declares its absolute abhorrence of the apartheid policy of the South African Government and vehemently condemns the continued application of this policy against the majority black population in South Africa.

38. The General Assembly expresses its grave concern over the situation in South Africa which it considers as a threat to both regional and international peace and security.

39. The General Assembly once again calls for the total eradication of the abhorrent policy of apartheid in all its manifestations.

WORLD ECONOMIC SITUATION.

40. The General Assembly expresses its deep concern at the continued economic difficulties faced by developing and less developed countries.

41. The General Assembly stresses the need for the determined and simultaneous efforts by developed countries to revitalize the development process and to help developing countries to accelerate economic growth and development, in order to bring about a sustained global recovery.

42. The General Assembly calls on the developed countries for urgent and effective measures to deal with the continuing grave economic problems faced by the developing countries, to avoid measures which would exacerbate the situation further and to redness the present imbalance in the international economic relations. It also calls on the developed countries to take steps to bring about the realization of the New International Economic Order.

43. In the field of commodities, the General Assembly notes the progress made to enable primary commodity producing countries to obtain fair prices for their products. The General Assembly urges those countries witch have not yet signed the Agreement Establishing the Common Fund for Commodities to do so as soon as possible, and that they, together with those that have already signed, should ratify the Agreement as soon as possible.

44. To strengthen economic resilience of ASEAN countries, the General Assembly reiterates that the ASEAN countries should intensify their economic cooperation.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

SIXTH WORKING COMMITTEE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SINGAPORE

30 September – 7 October 1983

6GA/Res. 1/83

RESOLUTION NO. 6GA/RES. 1/83

RESOLUTION ON THE SIXTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

ON REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL MATTERS

The Sixth AIPO General Assembly:

Deeply concerned that since its last meeting, there has been an increasing use of force by States in imposing their will on other States;

Deploring the foreign military intervention and continued military occupation which have resulted in the subjugation of the Kampuchean, Afghan and Palestinian peoples, and the denial of their right to self-determination, and giving rise to the international problems of refugees, which have yet to be resolved;

Welcoming the concerted efforts made by the International community to resolve the Kampuchea problem by a comprehensive political solution based on United Nations Resolution 34/22, 35/6, 36/5, 37/6 and 38/23 on the situation in Kampuchea which were adopted by an increasing majority at the United Nations and the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea held in July, 1981;

Deems in necessary to state the following;

KAMPUCHEA

2. The General Assembly expresses its full support for the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea (ICK), and the relevant resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly, which provide a viable framework for a comprehensive and durable solution of the Kampuchean conflict.

3. The General Assembly remains convinced that a comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem can be reached through negotiations on, inter alia, the following elements.

(a) An Agreement on ceasefire by all parties to the conflict in Kampuchean and withdrawal of all foreign forces from Kampuchea in the shortest time possible; and

(b) The holding of free elections under United Nations supervision which allows the Kampuchean people to exercise their rights to self determination and elect a government of their own choice;

4. The General Assembly reiterates the call on Vietnam made by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers at the 16^th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Bangkok in June 1983 to consider the elements contained in the ICK Declaration.

(a) An Agreement on ceasefire by all parties and withdrawal of all foreign forces on Kampuchea under the supervision of the United Nations forces;

(b) Appropriate arrangements to ensure that armed Kampuchean actions would not be able to prevent or disrupt the holding of free elections;

(d) The holding of United Nations-supervised free election which will allow the Kampuchea people to exercise their right of self-determination in which all Kampucheans have the right to participate.

Such a comprehensive political settlement will take into account the security interests of the countries in the region.

5. The General Assembly again expresses its satisfaction at the continuing constructive efforts of the Ad Hoc Committee of the ICK and urges all parties to the Kampuchean conflict to extend their fullest support and cooperation to the General Assembly strongly urges Vietnam to cooperate in the search for a political solution to the Kampuchean conflict and to extend its cooperation to the Ad Hoc Committee of the ICK.

9. In this regard, the General Assembly calls on Vietnam to responded positively to the Appeal for Kampuchean Independence issued jointly by the Foreign Ministers of ASEAN in 21 September 1983. The General Assembly notes that the Appeal reminded Vietnam that the central issue in Kampuchea is the restoration of sovereignty and independence to the Kampuchean people, and towards this end, the Appeal provides constructive ideas that could lead to a comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem.

10. The General Assembly reaffirms its serious concern that the continued Vietnamese opposition to a political solution will further intensify the superpower rivalry in Southeast Asia to the detriment of regional peace and stability.

11. The General Assembly remains deeply convinced that a comprehensive political solution of the Kampuchean problem is vital for the realization of Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) in Southeast Asia will which would give Southeast Asian countries the opportunity to devote themselves fully to the task of socio-economic development, free from foreign interference, subversion or coercion as well as enhancing regional cooperation for the common good.

12. In this connection, the General Assembly strongly urges the major powers in particular and all parties concerned to extend-their support and cooperation to enable the realization of ZOPFAN.

REFUGE PROBLEM.

13. The General Assembly reaffirms its full support for the programme of voluntary repatriation of Kampuchean illegal immigrants/displaced persons/refuges carried out by the Government of Thailand in cooperation with the United Nations Eight Commissioner for Refugees.

14. The General Assembly reiterates that it is the inalienable right of those Kampuchean people who has sought temporary refuge in neighboring countries to return safely to their homeland in full accord with humanitarian principles.

15. The General Assembly also support the position of the Thai Government that while it has granted these Kampucheans first refuge, it is in no position to shoulder such a heavy responsibility as to accept them for permanent settlement in its territory.

16. The General Assembly noted with appreciation the generous contribution made by the international community towards humanitarian relief assistance to Kampuchea and recognizes the need for continuation of such assistance for these needy Kampucheans especially those along the Thai-Kampuchean border and in the holding centers in Thailand as well as for the uprooted Thai villagers who have been affected by the flow and presence of these Kampucheans. It stresses that the objectives of such aid should be for humanitarian relief assistance and not for the development of economic and social infrastructures. The General Assembly therefore, deplores any action taken to utilize such assistance for purposes other that humanitarian grounds.

17. The General Assembly calls on the members of the international community, individually and collectively, to provide aid urgently for the relief of Kampuchean, who have fled into Thailand as a result of attacks since April and September 1983 by Vietnamese occupation forces against encampments, schools and hospitals for Kampuchean civilians at the Thai-Kampuchean border which led to massive influx of over 40,000 Kampuchean into Thailand.

18. The General Assembly expresses grave concern overt the continuous flow of Vietnamese illegal arrival into ASEAN countries. It is also concerned over the sharp decline in the rate of resettlement in third countries of Indochinese refuges presently seeking temporary refuge in the ASEAN countries and urges the third countries to accelerate the process of resettlement.

19. The General Assembly draws attention to the fact that the ASEAN countries have been extending to these illegal immigrants all possible assistance, such as food, shelter and transit facilities which is a heavy drain on their resources.

20. The General Assembly also urges Vietnam to exert earnest efforts in implementing the Programme of Orderly Departure.

21. The General Assembly further expresses the hope that the problem of Vietnamese illegal immigrants could be effectively and completely resolved so that ASEAN countries are not saddled with a residual problem and that the suffering of these illegal immigrants can be alleviated and that they will be offered permanent homes in third countries.

AFGHANISTAN.

22. The General Assembly reaffirms the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Conference on the Soviet military intervention in Afghanistan and on its ensuring effects.

23. The General Assembly reiterates its call upon the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics to take immediate measures in keeping with the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organizations of Islamic Conference which, inter alia, call for the immediate, unconditional and total withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan so as to enable Afghanistan to return to its hitherto independent and non-aligned status, free from any from of outside interference or coercion and for the people of Afghanistan to exercise their right to self-determination.

24. The General Assembly appeals to all States and peoples to provide assistance in order to alleviate the suffering of the Afghan refugees.

25. The General Assembly urges the United Nation’s Secretary General to continue his efforts to find a comprehensive political solution to the Afghanistan problem consistent with the Resolutions of the United Nations which will facilitate the voluntary and early return of the Afghan refugees to their homes in safety and with honor.

26. The General Assembly resolves that all efforts be made to give effect to the provisions of the above-mentioned Resolutions to seek ways and means, including appropriate consultations as well as the convening of an International Conference under the auspices of the United Nations, or otherwise for a comprehensive political solution consistent with those Resolutions.

WEST ASIA

27. The General Assembly expresses its condemnation of the continued occupation of certain areas in Lebanon by Israeli armed forces thus violating the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Lebanon and calls upon all foreign troops to unconditionally withdraw their forces in accordance with the relevant security Council Resolutions No. 509.

28. The General Assembly welcomes the recent ceasefire agreement in Lebanon brought about as a result of the good offices of Saudi Arabia and expresses the hope that this will help the Lebanese people to set aside their differences so that national reconciliation could take place.

29. The General Assembly reiterates that the Palestine problem is the central issue in the West Asian conflict and that a just and durable peace in that region can only be established in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and relevant UN Resolutions and on the basis of the restitutions of the rights of the Palestinian people, including their right to set up a state of their own in their homeland and the total Israeli withdrawal from all occupied Arab territories.

30. In this connection, the General Assembly notes the decision taken at the International Conference on the Question of Palestine held in Geneva on 29 August to 7 September 1983 which demonstrated a strong consensus thus giving fresh strength to the international community’s demand that only the establishment of an independent state of Palestine can fulfill the rights of the Palestinian people and achieve a just and enduring peace where all states in the region can exist within secured and internationally recognized boundaries. The General Assembly also supports the call on the UN Security Council made by the International Conference to act in concert with all concerned parties, including the Palestinian Liberation Organization, to find a political solution to the Question of Palestine.

ANTARCTICA

31 The General Assembly recognizes that the Antarctica is a region of scientific and strategic significance to the international community and that it deserve through study. It endorses the inscription of the question of Antarctica on the Agenda of the current Session of the General Assembly of the UN requesting the Secretary General to undertake the study for submission to the United Nations General Assembly and urges the International Community to fully co-operate with the Secretary General of the United Nations in this regard.

CONFERENCE WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS

32. The General Assembly notes the progress of ASEAN’s efforts to expand contacts with other regional groupings, in particular with the European Community and the Gulf Cooperation Council, and recommends that further initiatives be taken to advance these contracts for further consultation, cooperation and collaboration.

33. The General Assembly considers that further ASEAN Contacts be made with other regional groupings including regional groups with third world organizations, such as the South Pacific Forum, the Andean Pact and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for cooperation on areas of mutual benefit, including the possibility for the exchange of visits with other regional parliaments.

34. The General Assembly also notes with satisfaction the increased cooperation between ASEAN and their dialogue partners, namely, Australia, Canada, the European Community, Japan, New Zealand and the United States of America.

APARTHEID.

35. The General Assembly declares its absolute abhorrence of the apartheid policy of the South African Government and vehemently condemns the continued application of this policy against the majority black population in South Africa.

36. The General Assembly expresses its grave concern over the situation in South Africa which it considers as a threat to both regional and international peace and security.

37. The General Assembly once again calls for the total eradication of the abhorrent policy of apartheid in all its manifestations.

WORLD ECONOMIC SITUATION.

38. The General Assembly, considering that the world economic situation has relevance to the political stability of a country, views with grave concern the continued economic difficulties faced by developing and least developed countries.

39. The General Assembly, recognizing the interdependence of national economies, and noting that there are signs of an economic upturn in certain developed countries, stresses the need for the determined and simultaneous efforts by developed countries to revitalize the development process and to help developing countries to accelerate economic growth and development, in order to bring about a sustained global recovery.

40. The General Assembly calls on the developed countries for urgent and effective measures to deal with the continuing grave economic problems faced by the developing countries, and to redness the present imbalance in the international economic relations. It also calls on the developed countries to take steps to bring about the realization of the New International Economic Order.

41. In the field of commodities, the General Assembly notes the progress made to enable primary commodity producing countries to obtain fair prices for their products. The General Assembly urges those countries witch have not yet signed the Agreement Establishing the Common Fund for Commodities to do so as soon as possible, and that they, together with those that have already signed, should ratify the Agreement as soon as possible that the Fund can become operational on 1 January 1984.

42. To strengthen economic resilience of ASEAN countries, the General Assembly reiterates that the ASEAN countries should intensify their economic cooperation.

IMPORTANCE OF THE SAFETY

OF INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION

43. The General Assembly, profoundly stocked at the wanton destruction of a Korean Airlines civil aircraft on 1 September 1983 by Soviet military aircraft which has given rise to serious concern for the safety of international civil aviation, condemns this act of destruction which has resulted in the loss of 269 innocent lives. The General Assembly expresses its deepest sympathy with the families bereaved in this tragic incident.

44. The General Assembly reaffirms that the use of armed force against international civil aviation is incompatible with the norms governing international behavior and elementary consideration of humanity and with the rules, standards and recommended practices enshrined in the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago, 1944). It further reaffirms the principles that states when intercepting civil aircraft should not use weapons against them.

45. Emphasizing that the Soviet action constitutes a grave threat to the safety of international civil aviation, the General Assembly:

(a) Endorses the Resolution adopted by the extraordinary session of the International Civil aviation Organization on 17 September 1983;

(b) Urges the Soviet Union to apologies for the unjustified and wanton destruction of the Korean Airlines civil aircraft on 1 September 1983, and to cooperate fully with the Secretary General of ICAO in investigations in accordance with the Resolution passed on 17 September 1983;

(c) Demands that the Soviet Union pays compensation to the families of the victims and take immediate measures to ensure that such unwarranted destruction of innocent lives will not recur.

BRUNEI

46. The General Assembly welcomes the recent announcement in August by His Highness the Sultan of Negara Brunei Darussalam that it would joint ASEAN on its resumption of its full independence and sovereignty on 1 January 1984. The General Assembly is pleased that Brunei is participating at this General Assembly for the first time as an Observer and would be happy to welcome Brunei’s membership of AIPO in the future.

WC/PA/DR – Disk 9

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

FIFTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

PHILIPPINES

RESOLUTION NO. GA 1 – 83

RESOLUTION ON THE FIFTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

ON THE INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL SITUATION,

WITH PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO SOUTHEAST ASIA,

WEST ASIA AND APARTHEID

The Fifth AIPO General Assembly:

Deeply concerned that since its last meeting, there has been an increasing use of force by States in imposing their will on other States;

Reaffirming its commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter relating the non-use of force or the threat of the use of force or the treat of the use of force, non-interference in the internal affairs of other States, respect for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of States and the peaceful settlement of disputes;

Noting with grave concern the current Vietnamese military suppression operations being conducted indiscriminately against Kampucheans casing numerous deaths and casualties, forcing them to flee into Thailand;

Noting also with grave concern the current military incursions by Vietnam into Thailand territory;

Strongly condemning such military suppression operations and incursions and demanding that Vietnam strictly respect Thailand’s sovereignty and territorial integrity;

Reaffirming the unity and solidarity of ASEAN countries and reiterating that any incursions by foreign forces into Thailand or any other ASEAN country affect directly the security of ASEAN and endanger the peace and security of the Southeast Asian region;

Calling on Vietnam to immediately cease such barbarous and criminal acts against the Kampucheans and acts of aggression against Thailand which the Vietnamese Government will have to bear full responsibility for the consequences of such military incursions;

Emphasizing once again its unreserved support for Thailand’s legitimate right of self-defense including the use of force to drive out any aggressors from Thai territory;

Expressing grave concern at the invasion of Lebanon by Israel armed forces and the continued military occupation of Kampuchea, Afghanistan and parts of Lebanon by foreign forces and the treat they pose to international peace and stability;

Deploring the foreign military intervention and continued military occupation which have resulted in the subjugation of the Kampuchean, Afghan and Palestinian peoples, and the denial of their right of self determination, and giving rise to the international problem of refugees, which has yet to be resolved;

Welcoming the concerted efforts made by the international community to resolve the Kampuchean problem by a comprehensive political solution based on United Nations Resolutions 34/22, 35/6, 36/5 and 37/6 on the situation in Kampuchea which were adopted by an increasing majority at the United Nations and the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea held in July, 1981;

Reaffirming the principles and objectives embodied in the concept pf the Zone pf Peace, Freedom and Neutralization (ZOPFAN) and expressing its conviction that the realization of this concept is essential for ensuring the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and security of all countries in Southeast Asia, free from external interference, and for the attainment of peace and stability in the region;

Deems in necessary to state the following;

KAMPUCHEA

1). The General Assembly reiterates its serious concern that the continued Vietnamese military occupation of Kampuchea, in particular the current military suppression operations and incursions into Thai territory by Vietnam which constitutes a serious thereat to the peace and stability of the whole Southeast Asian region.

2) The General Assembly strongly condemns the current military suppression operations by Vietnam against Kampuchean and the Vietnamese military incursions into Thailand.

3) The General Assembly demands that Vietnam immediately cease its barbarous and criminal acts against the Kampucheans and its acts of aggression against Thailand.

4) The General Assembly demands that Vietnam strictly respect Thailand’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

5) The General Assembly emphasizes once again its unreserved support for Thailand’s legitimate right of self-defense including the use of force to drive out any aggressors from Thai territory.

6) The General Assembly condemns the continued intransigence of Vietnam in refusing to withdraw its military force from Kampuchea in defiance of the repeated calls of the international community as expressed in the United Nations General Assembly Resolution 34/22, 35/6, 36/5 and 37/6 and the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea.

7) The General Assembly expresses its full support for the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea (ICK), and the relevant resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly, which provide a viable framework for a comprehensive and durable solution of the Kampuchean conflict.

8) The General Assembly is convinced in particular that a comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem can be reached through negotiations on, inter alia, the following elements:

(a) An Agreement on ceasefire by all parties to the conflict in Kampuchean and withdrawal of all foreign forces from Kampuchea in the shortest time possible; and

(b) The holding of free elections under United Nations supervision which will allows the Kampuchean people to exercise their rights to self determination and elect a government of their own choice;

9). The General Assembly also expresses its satisfaction that the Ad Hoc Committee of the International Conference on Kampuchea (ICK) had commenced its work and urges all parties to the Kampuchean conflict to extend their fullest support and cooperation to the Committee in to the Committee in Order to enable a speedy implementation of the Declaration and Resolution of the Conference. In this regard, the General Assembly strongly urges Vietnam to cooperate in the search for a political solution to the Kampuchean conflict and to extend its cooperation to the Ad Hoc Committee of the International Conference on Kampuchea.

10) The General Assembly expresses the hope that the bilateral consultations among the countries of the Southeast Asian region will complement the work of the Ad Hoc Committee of the International Conference on Kampuchea and will help in persuading all countries of the region and others to participate in the future session of the International Conference on Kampuchea.

11) The General Assembly is seriously concerned that the continued Vietnamese opposition to a political solution will further intensify the superpower rivalry in Southeast Asia to the detriment of regional peace and stability.

12) The General Assembly remains deeply convinced that a comprehensive political solution of the Kampuchean problem is vital for the realization of Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) in Southeast Asia will which would give Southeast Asian countries the opportunity to devote themselves fully to the task of socio-economic development, free from foreign interference, subversion or coercion as well as enhancing regional cooperation for the common good.

13) In this connection, the General Assembly strongly urges the major, conflicting parties and others concerned to extend their support to enable the realization of ZOPFAN.

14) The General Assembly also calls for increasing support for the Kampuchean people in their struggle for the realization of an independent and neutral Kampuchea free from foreign intervention, in which the Kampuchean people will be able to exercise their legitimate right to self-determination. In this regard, the General Assembly welcomes the formation of and fully supports the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea which constitutes a significant step in the search for comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem.

REFUGE PROBLEM.

15) The General Assembly expresses its full support for the programme of voluntary repatriation of Kampuchean illegal immigrants/displaced persons/refuges carried out by the Government of Thailand in cooperation with the United Nations Eight Commissioner for Refugees.

16) The General Assembly stresses that it is the inalienable right of those Kampuchean people who has sought temporary refuge in neighboring countries to return safely to their homeland in full accord with humanitarian principles.

17) The General Assembly also support the view of the Thai Government that while it has granted these Kampucheans first refuge, it is in no position to shoulder such a heavy responsibility as to accept them for permanent settlement in its territory.

18) The General Assembly noted with appreciation the generous contribution made by the international community towards humanitarian relief assistance to Kampuchea and recognizes the need for continuation of such assistance for these needy Kampucheans especially those along the Thai-Kampuchean border and in the holding centers in Thailand as well as for the uprooted Thai villagers who have been affected by the flow and presence of these Kampucheans. It stresses that the objectives of such aid should be for humanitarian relief assistance and not for the development of economic and social infrastructures. The General Assembly therefore, deplores any action taken to utilize such assistance for purposes other that humanitarian grounds.

19) The General Assembly calls on the members of the international community, individually and collectively, to provide aid urgently for the relief of Kampuchean, who have fled into Thailand as a result of latest series of Vietnam military suppression operations against Kampucheans in Kampuchea, which as of April 1, 1983 numbered approximately 30, 000. A much large number of Kampucheans are poised to follow if such Vietnamese military operations continue.

20) The General Assembly expresses grave concern overt the situation pertaining to Vietnamese illegal immigrants and notes with serious concern the continuous flow of Vietnamese illegal arrival. It is also concerned over the reduced rate of departure of Vietnamese illegal immigrants from transit camps in ASEAN countries and urges the third countries to accelerate the process of resettlement.

21) The General Assembly draws attention to the fact that the ASEAN countries have been extending to these illegal immigrants all possible assistance, such as food, shelter and transit facilities.

22) The General Assembly also urges Vietnam to exert earnest efforts in implementing the Programme of Orderly Departure.

23) The General Assembly further expresses the hope that the problem of Vietnamese illegal immigrants could be effectively and completely resolved so that ASEAN countries are not saddled with a residual problem and that the suffering of these illegal immigrants can be alleviated and that they will be offered permanent homes in third countries.

AFGHANISTAN.

24) The General Assembly reaffirms the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Conference on the Soviet military intervention in Afghanistan and on its ensuing effects.

25) The General Assembly reiterates its call upon the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics to take immediate measures in keeping with the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organizations of Islamic Conference which, inter alia, call for the immediate, unconditional and total withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan so as to enable Afghanistan to return to its hitherto independent and non-aligned status, free from any from of outside interference or coercion and for the people of Afghanistan to exercise their right to self-determination.

26) The General Assembly appeals to all States and peoples to provide assistance in order to alleviate the suffering of the Afghan refugees.

27) The General Assembly expresses full support and appreciation for the efforts of the United Nation’s Secretary General to find a comprehensive political solution to the Afghanistan crisis consistent with the Resolutions of the United Nations and calls for the creation of favorable conditions to enable the voluntary and early return of the Afghan refugees to their homes in safety and with honor.

28) The General Assembly is convinced that the European Economic Commission’s proposals, as well as the efforts of Pakistan under the United Nations auspices, offer constructive ways for a political solution to the problem of Afghanistan and, therefore, calls on the international community to support it with the aim of reducing international tension.

29) The General Assembly resolves that all efforts be made to give effect to the provisions of the various Resolutions to seek ways and means, including appropriate consultations as well as the convening of an International Conference under the auspices of the United Nations, or otherwise for a comprehensive political solution consistent with those Resolutions.

COOPERATION WITH GULF COOPERATION

COUNCIL AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS

30) The General Assembly is pleased with ASEAN’s progress in its efforts to expand contract with the Gulf Cooperation Council and other third world organizations such as the South Pacific Forum, the Andean Pact and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

WEST ASIA.

31) The General Assembly expresses its abhorrence and condemns the flagrant and occupation in Lebanon by Israeli armed forces thereby violating the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Lebanon which worsens the plight of Palestinians and jeopardizes to the West Asian crisis. It strongly condemns the brutal massacre of the Palestinians in the refugee camps outside Beirut.

32) The General Assembly calls upon the International community to exert all efforts to stop Israel aggression in Lebanon and stresses that a settlement which did not take into account United Nations resolution calling for the complete and unconditional Israeli withdrawal form Lebanon will not be acceptable to the International community.

33) The General Assembly, recognizing that the Palestinian problem is the central issue in the West Asian conflict, reiterates that a just and durable peace in that region can only be established in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and relevant United Nations Resolutions on the basis of the restitutions of the rights of the people Palestine including their right to set up a State of their own in their homeland and the total Israeli withdrawal from all occupied Arab territories.

APARTHEID

34) The General Assembly view with grave concern flagrant violations of human rights and blatant unjustifiable discrimination in various parts of the world and, on this regard, vehemently condemns the continued perpetration of the policy of apartheid against oppressed people in general and the people of South Africa in particular, that may erupt into violence and, with the insidious support by foreign powers, escalate into such a magnitude as will threaten peace in the region; the General Assembly calls for the total eradication of the abhorrent policy of apartheid in all its manifestations.

WORLD ECONOMIC SITUATION.

35) The General Assembly, considering that the world economic situation has relevance to the political stability of a country :

(a) View with grave concern the present deteriorating economic situation of the world and the serious consequences it is having on the economies of the developing and less developed countries;

(b) Deplores the lack of will on the parts of the developed, industrialized countries to support the creation of the new international economic order;

(c) Condemns their flagrant disregard for the efforts of the primary commodity producing countries to obtain fair princes for their produce;

(d) Calls for urgent and effective measures to deal with the economic crisis and redness the present imbalance in the international economic relations through the realization of the new international economic order; and

(e) Urges the ASEAN nations to intensify their economic cooperation as a means of alleviating the ill effects of economic depression on ASEAN countries, and to further strengthen their economic resilience.

Adopted this 9^th day of April, 1983, at Metro Manila, Philippines.

Certified Correct:

ANTONIO M. DE GUZMAN

Secretary General, AIPO

Attested :

QUERCHE C. MAKALINTAL

President, AIPO

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

FOURTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

MALAYSIA, 1982

RESOLUTION OF POLITICAL SITUATION,

IN SOUTH EAST AND WEST ASIA ISSUED BY

THE 4^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY OF AIPO

PREAMBLE

THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY,

ALARMED at the growing tendency towards the use of force by states in imposing their will on other states,

REAFFIRMING its commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter relating to the non-use of force or the threat of the use of force, non-interference in the internal affairs of other states, the right of self-determination of peoples, respect for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of states and the peaceful settlement of disputes,

NOTING with grave concern the foreign military intervention and continues military occupation of Kampuchea and Afghanistan and the threat they pose to international peace and stability,

DEEPLY regretting that the foreign military intervention and continued military occupation have resulted in the subjugation of the Kampuchean and Afghan peoples, the denial of their right of self-determination and the international problem of refugees, which up to now remains unresolved,

WELCOMING the concerted efforts made by the international community to resolve the problem in Kampuchea through a comprehensive political solution based on United Nations Resolutions at the 34^th and 35^th session on the situation in Kampuchea and the endorsement at the 36^th session of the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea held in July 1981,

ALSO WELCOMING the United Nations Resolutions of the 34^th, 35^th and 36^th sessions on the situation in Afghanistan, the constructive proposal put forward by the European Economic Council for the convening of an International Conference on Afghanistan, and the efforts by Pakistan under United Nations auspices for a negotiated settlement of the Afghanistan problem, consistent with the relevant Resolutions of the United Nations and the Organization of the Islamic Conference,

REAFFIRMING the conviction that the total withdrawal of foreign forces from Kampuchea and Afghanistan as well as the respect for independence, sovereignty and non-aligned status of Kampuchea and Afghanistan, and the inalienable right of self-determination of the Kampuchean and Afghan peoples are imperative for the restoration of international peace and stability,

REAFFIRMING the principles and objectives embodied in the concept of the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality and expressing its conviction that the realization of this concept is essential for ensuring the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and security of all countries in South East Asia, free from external interference, and for the attainment of peace and stability in the region,

REAFFIRMING the unity and solidarity of ASEAN countries and reiterating that any incursions of foreign forces into Thailand or any other ASEAN countries affect directly the security of ASEAN and endanger the peace and security of the whole region, and

EMPHASIZING once again its firm support for and solidarity with the government and the people of Thailand in preserving the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Thailand,

DEEMS it necessary to states the following:

KAMPUCHEA

1. The General Assembly expresses its full support for the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea, endorsed by the United Nations General Assembly at its 36^th session, which provides a viable and reasonable framework for a comprehensive and durable political solution of the Kampuchean conflict.

2. The General Assembly is convinced in particular that a comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem can be reached through negotiations on, inter alia, the following elements;

(a) An Agreement on cease-fire by all parties to the conflict in Kampuchea and withdrawal of all foreign forces from Kampuchea in the shortest time possible under the supervision and verification of a United Nations peace-keeping force/observes group;

(b) Appropriate arrangements to ensure that armed Kampuchean factions will not be able to prevent or disrupt the holding of free elections, or intimidate or coerce the population in the electoral process; such arrangements should also ensure that they will respect the result of the free elections;

(c) Appropriate measures for the maintenance of law and order in Kampuchea and the holding of free elections, following the withdrawal of all foreign forces from the country and before the establishment of a new government resulting from those elections,

(d) The holding of free elections under United Nations supervision, which will allow the Kampuchean people to exercise their right to self-determination and elect a government of their own choice; all Kampuchean will have the right to participate in the elections.

3. The General Assembly also firmly supports the call of the International Conference on Kampuchea that necessary guarantees by given by all concerned to ensure the independence sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-aligned and neutral status of Kampuchea.

4. The General Assembly also welcomes the formation of the Ad Hoc Committee of the International Conference on Kampuchea and urges all parties to the Kampuchean conflict to extend their fullest support and cooperation to the Committee in order to enable a speedy implementation of the Declaration and Resolution of the Conference. In this regard, the General Assembly strongly urges Vietnam to cooperate in the search for a political solution to the Kampuchean conflict and to extend its cooperation to the Ad Hoc Committee of the International Conference on Kampuchea.

5. The General Assembly expresses the hope that the bilateral consultations among the countries of the South East Asian region will complement the work of the Ad Hoc Committee of the International Conference on Kampuchea and will help in persuading all countries of the region and others to participate in the future sessions of the International Conference on Kampuchea.

6. The General Assembly is convinced that a political solution of the Kampuchean conflict is vital for the realization of a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) in South East Asia which would give South East Asian countries the opportunity to devote themselves fully to the task of socio-economic development, free from foreign interference, subversion or coercion as well as enhancing regional cooperation for the common good.

7. In this connection the General Assembly strongly urges the major powers, conflicting parties and others concerned to extend their support to enable the realization of ZOPFAN.

8. The General Assembly also calls for increasing support for the Kampuchean people to struggle for the realization of an independent and neutral Kampuchea free from foreign intervention, in which the Kampuchean people will exercise in total freedom their right to express their will as regards the system of government of their own choosing.

In this regard, the General Assembly fully support the stand taken by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers in Pattaya on 10^th December 1981 on the proposal for a coalition government in Kampuchea. The General Assembly strongly urges all Kampuchea groups involved in efforts to form such a coalition government of Democratic Kampuchea to intensify their efforts in this direction.

REFUGE PROBLEM.

9. The General Assembly expresses its full support for the programme of voluntary repatriation of Kampuchean illegal immigrants/displaced persons/refuges carried out by the Government of Thailand in cooperation with the United Nations Eight Commissioner for Refugees.

10. The General Assembly stresses that it is the inalienable right of those Kampuchean people who has sought temporary refuge in neighboring countries to return safely to their homeland in full accord with humanitarian principles.

11. The General Assembly also support the view of the Thai Government that while it has granted these Kampucheans first refuge, it is in no position to shoulder such a heavy responsibility as to accept them for permanent settlement in its territory.

12. The General Assembly noted with appreciation the generous contribution made by the international community towards humanitarian relief assistance to Kampuchea and recognizes the need for continuation of such assistance for these needy Kampucheans especially those along the Thai-Kampuchean border and in the holding centers in Thailand as well as for the uprooted Thai villagers who have been affected by the flow and presence of these Kampucheans. It stresses that the objectives humanitarian relief assistance and not for the development of economic and social infrastructures.

13. The General Assembly expresses grave concern over the situation pertaining to Vietnamese illegal immigrants and notes with serious concern the continuous flow of Vietnamese illegal arrival in alarming numbers in recent month. It is also concerned over the reduced rate of departures of Vietnamese illegal immigrants from transit camps in ASEAN countries for resettlement in third countries.

14. The General Assembly draws attention to the fact the ASEAN countries have extend to these illegal immigrants all possible assistance, by providing them shelter and transit facilities.

15. The General Assembly expresses its concern over the acts of piracy in the South China Sea and appreciates the fact that the ASEAN countries are exerting all possible efforts to combat and suppress these inhumane acts. The General Assembly is further convinced that, in order to effectively carry out the Anti-Piracy Programme, greater international efforts and cooperation are most essential,

16. In this connection the General Assembly, is full convinced that the problem must be tackled at its source and urges Vietnam to cooperate by preventing further illegal departures.

17. The General Assembly also urges Vietnam to exert earnest efforts in implementing the Programme of Orderly Departure.

18. The General Assembly further expresses the hope that the problem of Vietnamese illegal immigrants could be effectively and completely resolved so that ASEAN countries are not saddled with a residual problem and that the suffering of these illegal immigrants can be alleviated and that they will be offered permanent homes in third countries.

AFGHANISTAN.

19. The General Assembly reaffirms the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Conference on the Soviet military intervention in Afghanistan and on its ensuing effects.

20. The General Assembly call upon the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics to take immediate measures in keeping with the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organizations of Islamic Conference which, inter alia, call for the immediate, unconditional and total withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan so as to enable Afghanistan to return to its hitherto independent and non-aligned status, free from any from of outside interference or coercion and for the people of Afghanistan to exercise their right to self-determination.

21. The General Assembly appeals to all States and peoples to provide assistance in order to alleviate the suffering of the Afghan refugees, the number of which, since the Soviet intervention, has perceptibly increased to over 2,5 million, creating a serious socio-economic burden to the neighboring countries.

22. The General Assembly strongly urges the conditions be created in Afghanistan that will enable the Afghan refugees to return to their homeland in safety and honor.

23. The General Assembly also calls for increasing all efforts to ensure that Afghanistan remains an independent and non-aligned state and to enable its people to exercise on total freedom their right to express their will as regards the system of government of their own choosing.

24. The General Assembly is convinced that the European Economic Commission’s proposals as well as the efforts of Pakistan under the United Nations auspices offer constructive ways forward for a political solution to the problem of Afghanistan and, therefore, calls on the international community to support it with the aim of reducing international tension.

25. The General Assembly resolves that all efforts be made to give effect to the provisions of the various Resolutions to seek ways and means, including appropriate consultations as well as the convening of an International Conference under the auspices of the United Nations, or otherwise for a comprehensive political solution consistent with those Resolutions.

GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL

26. The General Assembly reaffirms the statement of the 14^th ASEAN Ministerial in Manila (17^th – 18^th June, 1981) welcoming the endeavors of the of the Member States of the Gulf Cooperation Council towards greater self-reliance through economic, social and cultural cooperation and recognizing the establishment of the Gulf Cooperation Council as a positive contribution towards the maintenance of peace and stability in the Gulf region.

27. The General Assembly welcomes the decision of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers to establish a cooperation relationship between ASEAN and the Gulf Cooperation Council and notes the approach made by the Secretary General of the ASEAN Secretariat to the Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council concerning the procedures and modalities of such a relationship.

ASEAN-SOUTH PACIFIC FORUM RELATIONS

28 The General Assembly notes that the South Pacific Forum has proposed to cooperate with ASEAN in various fields and believes that ASEAN and the South Pacific Forum can cooperate initially in the fields of trade and tourism for mutual benefit.

WEST ASIA

29. The General Assembly, noting with serious concern that the situation in West Asia is fraught with danger and uncertainty, condemns the unwarranted Israeli air attack on an Iraqi nuclear installation and Israel’s annexation of Syrian Golan Heights as serious violations of the United Nations Charter and international law.

The General Assembly views these dangerous and irresponsible Israeli acts not only contributing to the escalation of existing tension in the area but also as a serious threat to international peace and security.

30. The General Assembly, recognizing the fact that the Palestinian problem is the central issue in the West Asian conflict, stresses that there can be no just and lasting settlement of the conflict so long as the Palestinian people are denied their inalienable right to self-determination.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

FOURTH AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

KUANTAN, MALAYSIA, 1981

DRAFT RESOLUTION OF POLITICAL SITUATION,

IN SOUTH EAST AND WEST ASIA ISSUED BY

THE 4^THGENERAL ASSEMBLY OF AIPO

PREAMBLE

THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY,

NOTING with grave concern the foreign military intervention and continued military occupation of Kampuchea and Afghanistan and the threat they pose to international peace and stability, particularly of the regions concerned,

DEEPLY regretting that the foreign military intervention and continued military occupation have resulted in the subjugation of the Kampuchean and Afghan peoples and the denial of their right of self-determination,

DISTRESSED at the adverse effects caused by the massive and community outflow of refugees from Kampuchea and Afghanistan into neighboring countries,

RECOGNIZING the concerted efforts made by the international community to resolve the problem in Kampuchea through a comprehensive political solution based on United Nations Resolutions 34/22 and 35/6 on the situation in Kampuchea and the United Nations Resolutions of the 34^th and 35^th sessions on the situation in Afghanistan,

WELCOMING the International Conference on Kampuchea as a positive and constructive effort in the search for a comprehensive political solution of the Kampuchean conflict,

ALSO WELCOMING the constructive proposal put forward by the European Economic Council for the convening of an International Conference on Afghanistan,

TAKING NOTE of the initiatives of ASEAN countries for bilateral consultations with Vietnam and Laos with a view to complementing international efforts to seek a political solution of the Kampuchean conflict,

NOTING with regret the continued defiance by Vietnam and the Soviet Union of international opinion calling on them to totally withdraw their forces from Kampuchea and Afghanistan respectively,

DEEPLY CONVINCED that withdrawal of foreign forces from Kampuchea and Afghanistan respect for independence, sovereignty and non-aligned status and the inalienable right of self-determination of the Kampuchean and Afghan peoples are imperative for bringing about peace and stability in regions concerned and for defusing current international tension,

EMPHASIZING once again their firm support for and solidarity with the government and the people of Thailand in preserving the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Thailand,

DEEMS it necessary to states the following:

KAMPUCHEA

1. The General Assembly expresses its full support for the Declaration and Resolution of the International Conference on Kampuchea, which provides a solid framework for a comprehensive and durable political solution of the Kampuchean conflict.

2. The General Assembly is convinced in particular that a comprehensive political settlement of the Kampuchean problem can be reached through negotiations on, inter alia, the following elements;

5. The General Assembly is convinced that a political solution of the Kampuchean conflict is vital for the realization of a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) which would give South East Asian countries the opportunity to devote themselves fully to the task of socio-economic development free from foreign interference, subversion or coercion,

6. In this connection the General Assembly strongly urges the major powers, conflicting parties and others concerned to extend their support to enable the realization of ZOPFAN,

7. The General Assembly regrets the negative attitude of the Vietnamese Government on the central issue of the total withdrawal of Vietnamese forces from Kampuchea and the inalienable right of self-determination of the Kampuchea people and strongly urges Vietnam to cooperate in the search for a political solution to the Kampuchean conflict by attending future sessions of the International Conference on Kampuchea and by extending its cooperation to the Ad Hoc Committee.

8. The General Assembly expresses the hope that the bilateral consultations among the countries of the South East Asian region will complement the work of the Ad Hoc Committee of the International Conference on Kampuchea and will help in persuading all countries of the region and others to participate in the future sessions of the International Conference on Kampuchea.

REFUGE PROBLEM.

10. The General Assembly stresses that it is the inalienable right of these Kampuchean people who has sought temporary refuge in neighboring countries to return safely to their homeland in full accord with humanitarian principles.

11. The General Assembly also support the view of the Thai Government that while it had granted these Kampucheans first refuge, it is in no position to shoulder such a heavy responsibility as to accept them for permanent settlement in its territory.

12. The General Assembly noted with appreciation the generous contribution made by the international community towards humanitarian relief assistance to Kampuchea and recognizes the need for continuation of such assistance for needy Kampucheans for whom it was intended and to the uprooted Thai villagers. It stresses that the objectives humanitarian relief assistance and not for the development of economic and social infrastructures.

13. The General Assembly expresses grave concern over the situation pertaining to Vietnamese illegal immigrants and notes with serious concern the fresh of Vietnamese illegal immigrants from transit camps in ASEAN countries for resettlement in third countries.

14. The General Assembly draws attention to the fact the ASEAN countries have extend to these illegal immigrants all possible assistance by providing them shelter and transit facilities.

15. In this connection the General Assembly expresses the hope that the problem would be tackled at its source and urges Vietnam to cooperate by preventing further illegal departures.

16. The General Assembly also urges Vietnam to exert earnest efforts in implementing the Programme of Orderly Departure.

17. The General Assembly further expresses the hope that the problem of Vietnamese illegal immigrants could be effectively and completely resolved so that ASEAN countries are not saddled with a residual problem and that the suffering of these illegal immigrants can be alleviated and that they will be offered permanent homes.

AFGHANISTAN.

18. The General Assembly reaffirms the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Conference on the Soviet military intervention in Afghanistan and on its ensuing effects.

19. The General Assembly call upon the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics to take immediate measures in keeping with the various Resolutions of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organizations of Islamic Conference which, inter alia, call for the immediate, unconditional and total withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan so as to enable Afghanistan to return to its hitherto independent and non-aligned status, free from any from of outside interference or coercion and for the people of Afghanistan to exercise their right to self-determination.

20. The General Assembly appeals to all States and peoples to provide assistance in order to alleviate the suffering of the Afghan refugees, the number of which, since the Soviet intervention, has perceptibly increased to over 2,5 million, creating a serious socio-economic burden to the neighboring countries.

21. The General Assembly strongly urges the conditions be created in Afghanistan that will enable the Afghan refugees to return to their homeland in safety and honor.

22. The General Assembly also calls for increasing all efforts to ensure that Afghanistan remains an independent and non-aligned state and to enable its people to exercise on total freedom their right to express their will as regards the system of government of their own choosing.

23. The General Assembly is convinced that the European Economic Council’s proposals offers a constructive way forward for a political solution to the problem of Afghanistan and therefore calls on the international community to support it with the aim of reducing international tension.

24. The General Assembly decides that all efforts be made to give effect to the provisions of the various Resolutions to seek ways and means, including appropriate consultations as well as the convening of an International Conference under the auspices of the United Nations, or otherwise for a comprehensive political solution consistent with those Resolutions.

GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL

25. The General Assembly reaffirms the statement of the 14^th ASEAN Ministerial in Manila (17^th – 18^th June, 1981) welcoming the endeavors of the of the Member States of the Gulf Cooperation Council towards greater self-reliance through economic, social and cultural cooperation and recognizing the establishment of the Gulf Cooperation Council as a positive contribution towards the maintenance of peace and stability in the Gulf region.

ASEAN-SOUTH PACIFIC FORUM RELATIONS

26. The General Assembly welcomes the formation of the South Pacific Forum and notes the possibility that ASEAN and the South Pacific Forum can cooperate initially in the fields of trade and tourism for mutual benefit.

WEST ASIA

27. The General Assembly reaffirms the statement made by ASEAN Foreign Ministers in Manila in June 1981 condemning the recent unwarranted Israeli air attack on an Iraqi nuclear installation as a serious violations of the United Nations Charter and international law and expressing their grave concern that this dangerous and irresponsible acts would escalate of existing tension in the area but also as a serious threat to international peace and security.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

THIRD AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

2 – 6 SEPTEMBER 1980

JAKARTA – INDONESIA

A N N E X

RESOLUTION ON THE REVIEW ON THE POLITICAL SITUATION IN SOUTH EAST ASIA

In view of the recent developments which have taken place particularly in Kampuchea and Afghanistan after the last AIPO General Assembly session held in Bangkok on the 27^th September until the 3^rd October 1979; and

Having far-reaching implication on the status of AIPO and ASEAN in general :

a) CONSIDERING the fact that the subsequent approaches made by the ASEAN member states have not prevailed on Vietnam and the Soviet Union;

b) CONSIDERING the plight of the illegal immigrants and refugees of Kampuchea;

c) REAFFIRMING the principles as embodied in the concept of the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality and its commitment to the preservation if independence, national sovereignty, national security and territorial integrity of all the ASEAN countries;

d) REITERATING and expressing its great concern for the far-reaching consequences and implication of the deteriorating conditions prevailing in Kampuchea and Afghanistan;

e) CONSIDERING seriously the far-reaching and dangerous implications in the security, political, economic, social, cultural and other fields in view of the alarming and continued influx of refuges from Kampuchea, Laos and Vietnam by land and by sea causing increased human deprivations and economic and social dislocations in the receiving countries particularly in the member countries of ASEAN;

f) CONSIDERING the far reaching consequences of the Afghanistan problem effecting the stability and security in the neighborhood countries of Pakistan, Iran and its possible spill-over to the South East Asia region;

g) APPEALING to all states in the South East Asia region, to render support to the efforts undertaken by the ASEAN member states to establish a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality in the South East Asia region as a positive contribution towards the maintenance and preservation of regional peace and stability.

h) TAKING INTO CONSIDERATION the gravely worsening situation in Kampuchea, perpetrated by the blatant and unprovoked incursion by Vietnam into the Thai territory on the 23^rd of June 1980, preceded by the coordinated and premeditated attack on a Thai patrol boat in the Mekong River by Laos.

The continuing threat is also being systematically intensified by the massing of troops along the Thai Kampuchean border;

i) NOTING also the surprising recognition of the Heng Samrin regime by India, thus condoning the Vietnamese military aggression over the sovereign state of Kampuchea, which is a member of the United Nations.

It is also gravely noted that, being herself a member of the United Nations, Vietnam irresponsibly continues to ignore the U.N. Resolution No. 34/22 requireing an immediate and complete withdrawal of all foreign forces from Kampuchea. Thus the root cause of all the regional unrest, upheaval and the inhuman suffering forced upon the helpless people of the Indo-chinese states still prevails;

In addition, as a naked stratagem to divert World attention from that intransigence, the absurd Vientiane Proposal has now been advanced as a cross camouflage of the evil fait-accompli in Kampuchea;

j) ATTACHING special significance to clause 5 of the Manila Statement of the ASEAN Standing Committee of the 1^st August 1980, enunciated here as the most cogent affirmation of the ASEAN solidarity, which reads: “They reiterate that the Unity and Solidarity if ASEAN cannot and will not be broken and they oppose any attempt to isolate Thailand from the rest of ASEAN. They further reiterate that any incursion of foreign forces into Thailand directly affects the security of the other member states and endangers peace and security of the whole region. In this regard, the other ASEAN member states express their firm support of an solidarity with the Government and the people of Thailand, in the preservation of Thailand’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity,”

This Third General Assembly, therefore, deems it necessary to recommend the following:

ON KAMPUCHEA :

1. The General Assembly is strongly of the view that development arising from the continued military occupation of Kampuchea by Vietnam and the intransigence and obstinacy of the Vietnamese authorities by continuing to ignore international opinion as expressed in the United Nations General Assembly Resolution in September 1979 and followed by the resolution adopted at the ASEAN-EEC Ministerial Meeting in Kuala Lumpur in March 1980, calls for an urgent review and immediate solution of the situation in Kampuchea;

2. The General Assembly is of the view that Vietnam as a member of the United Nations should consider the serious concern of ASEAN Parliamentarians representing 260 million people in South East Asia that her continued military occupation in Kampuchea threatens the peace and stability not only of the South East Asia region, but also of Asia and the world;

3. The General Assembly appeals to the Soviet Union, the People’s Republic of China and Vietnam to take urgent and concrete steps to respect the Kuala Lumpur Declaration signed by Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, which calls for South East Asian region to be a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality;

4. The General Assembly expresses grave concern and disappointment on the callous attitude of the Vietnamese Government in not wanting to enter into a dialogue on the central issue of her armed intervention in Kampuchea and total withdrawal of her troops as demanded by the two resolutions mentioned above;

5. The General Assembly supports the view and position of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Standing Committee Meeting at Manila, 1 August 1980, rejecting any and all efforts aimed at legitimizing the presence of Vietnamese forces in Kampuchea and the regime sustained by them as well as attempts to create military fait accompli which are flagrant violations of the time honored principles of the U.N. Charter and of International Law”.

ON THAILAND

1. That as Thailand is the country most affected by the problem of refugees and illegal immigrants, there is an urgent need to increase international assistance to those Thai nationals who are affected by the Kampuchean conflicts;

2. That immediate and determined steeps be taken to assist the Thailand Government’s efforts to regularize and improve its border encampments in order to enhance the safety of civilians from hostilities and to improve the distribution of supplies to all those affected;

3. The ASEAN member states underscore the fact that the main cause of the present strife and tension in South East Asia which has produced a sustained threat to the Security of Thailand is the continued Vietnamese military occupation of Kampuchea. They further reiterate that any incursion of foreign forces into Thailand directly affects the security of the other ASEAN member states and endangers peace and security in the whole region;

4. The General Assembly pledges its firm support the solidarity with the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand and the patient Thai people in meeting the threat to their security and in the preservation of their independence, national sovereignty and territorial integrity;

ON REFUGEES AND DISPLACED PERSONS

1. Noting with grave concern the large number of refugees along the Thai-Kampuchean border as well the continuing and increasing flow of illegal immigrants from Kampuchea, Laos and Vietnam into Thailand as well as the flow of illegal immigrants by sea from Vietnam in the countries of South East Asia and in the light of the ASEAN sponsored Second United Nations Conference on Humanitarian Aid to Kampuchea held in Geneva in May 1980, the Third AIPO General Assembly is of the view that the joint programme adopted at this Geneva Conference has succeeded only in limiting the extent of the tragedy in Kampuchea. But the General Assembly is aware that another crisis of even greater dimensions could recur if adequate and timely measures are not taken;

2. The General Assembly is also fully aware that logistic deficiency must be urgently remedied if a new catastrophe is to be avoided as the immediate problem is the inadequacy of the distribution system of food and medical supplies in Kampuchea;

3. The General Assembly is similarly concerned that if food deficit in 1981 is to be avoided, the delivery of food seeds before the monsoon season becomes imperative. However, the General Assembly wishes to give great emphasis on the fundamental objective to the problem which is to establish conditions in Kampuchea which would enable the hundreds of thousands of Kampuchean living on the Thai-Kampuchean border as well as those in the territory of the Kingdom of Thailand to return to their homes and resume their livelihood;

4. The General Assembly is of the view that the above objectives can be effectively achieved if the provincial airports are opened as well as the roads and rail links between Thailand and Kampuchea are resumed. In this connection, it is equally important that relief flights between Bangkok and Phnom Penh should proceed by the most direct routes;

5. The infrastructure and logistics inside Kampuchea must be further improved on an urgent basis to the extent necessary for the effective distribution of supplies. The General Assembly also feels that there should be mote international aid personnel in Kampuchea with freedom of movement in order to effect improvements and in monitoring supplies which must be distributed equitably and without discrimination. The need for more medical personnel is urgent;

6. Although the General Assembly is aware that pledges made at the recent Geneva Meeting on Humanitarian Aid totalities US$ 113 million and which together with expected subsequent contribution, will help meet the financial needs until December 1980, the problem cannon be looked upon with complacency. This is because, Laos and Vietnam and that it is well within the power of those who brought about the tragedy arising from this problem to remove it;

7. Refugees and displaced persons who have field from the fighting as a result of recent developments in the area, should, as a basic human right which is indisputably theirs, be allowed to return to their homeland. In this context, the other ASEAN member states wish to express their full appreciation of the important role that Thailand has played in alleviating the plight and deprivation of these Kampuchean refugees/illegal immigrants;

ON AFGHANISTAN.

1. The General Assembly also strongly condemns the military invasion and continued armed intervention by the Soviet Union in Afghanistan. The Gneeral Assembly calls upon the Government of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics to immediately take measures to implement the United Nations General Assembly Resolution passed on 14^th November 1979 for her military to withdraw from Afghanistan and restore to the people of Afghanistan the right of self-determination;

2. The General Assembly fully supports the resolutions contained in the ASEAN-EEC Joint Statement adopted in Kuala Lumpur in March 1980 as well as the two resolutions taken at the Islamic Foreign Ministers Meeting in Islamabad in January and May 1980 which demand the total withdrawal of Soviet military forces from Afghanistan;

3. The General Assembly therefore demands the immediate unconditional and total withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan and to strongly appeal to all states to respect the sovereignty, territorial integrity, political independence and non-aligned character of Afghanistan.

ANNEX I

RESOLUTION ON

AIPO-EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT CO-OPERATION

(Committee II, Item 1)

The Third General Assembly of AIPO :

Noting the decisive and catalytic role and the significant achievement of the AIPO visit to the European Parliament in October, 1979, in speeding up the signing of EEC-ASEAN Co-operation Agreement.

Welcomes the forthcoming visit of the European Parliamentary Delegation to ASEAN early in 1981.

Recommends that the AIPO through its Secretariat should maintain regular contracts and dialogue with the European Parliament as a means of increasing understanding and support of the spirit of EEC – ASEAN Co-operation Agreement signed in Kuala Lumpur in March, 1983 and ensuring its successful implementation.

Recommends that AIPO should take advantage of this visit to hold a dialogue with European Parliamentary Delegation in Jakarta, particularly on the need for speedy implementation of the ASEAN-EEC Cooperation Agreement; and that effective preparations be made by AIPO for this dialogue by having a meeting of the Working Committee preceding the special session of AIPO planned for this purpose.

Recommends that the current AIPO President, in consultation with the Speakers of the National Parliaments of ASEAN, undertake the preparations for and organization of these meetings.

ANNEX I

RESOLUTION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT

OF AN ASEAN ARBITRATION BOARD

(Committee II, Item 3)

The Third General Assembly of AIPO :

Noting the progress that is being made in the organization and activities of the Regional Arbitration centre in Kuala Lumpur;

Recommends that the Malaysian Delegation furnish to the General Assembly of AIPO periodic reports on the progress of the Regional Arbitration Centre in Kuala Lumpur.

Recommend further that the question of establishing as ASEAN Arbitration Board be examined at the Fourth General Assembly of AIPO.

ITEM 3 : ESTABLISHMENT OF ASEAN ARBITRATION BOARD

The draft Resolution on the proposal to establish an ASEAN Arbitration Board was adopted by the Meeting without any further discussion.

The draft Resolution on the matters appears as Annex III.

ASEAN INTER-PARLIAMENTARY ORGANIZATION

2^nd AIPO GENERAL ASSEMBLY

THAILAND, 1979

REPORT OF SUB-COMMITTEE 1

(Roved by Second Working Committee and Adopted by Second General Assembly)

REPORT ON THE CURRENT SITUATION OF REFUGEES AND

ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS FROM VIETNAM, KAMPUCHEA AND LAOS

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1. The AIPO Second General Assembly reviewed the events that had taken place in Vietnam, Kampuchea and Laos, since it last me in Singapore a year ago. It endorsed the stand taken by ASEAN at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meeting, Bangkok in January 1979; the United Nations Security Council in January 1979; the Twelfth ASEAN Ministerial Meeting, Bali in July 1979; the Heads of Governments Conference of the Non-Aligned Movement, Havana in August 1979 and the United Nations Secretary General session in September 1979.

2. The AIPO Second General Assembly deplored the continued occupation of Kampuchea by Vietnamese armed forces. It noted with grave concern that repeated efforts by the ASEAN states and other members of the international community to obtain the withdrawal of Vietnamese armed forces from Kampuchea and to allow the Kampuchean people prove to be of no avail. On the country, there are strong indications that further massive Vietnamese military build-up in Kampuchea is preparatory to a new major offensive after the rainy season.

3. The General Assembly also noted reports that widespread famine has broken out in Kampuchea and that the entire Kampuchean people is threatened with extinction through starvation and dieses. A quarter of a million people may be forced to flee into Thailand within the next six months, in search of food, medical supplies and safety from the fighting in their country unless something is done immediately to end the conflict there. Moreover, the conflict in Kampuchea may spill over into the ASEAN region, in particular Thailand, and it may draw foreign forces into direct armed confrontation with Thailand.

4. In the light of this review, the AIPO General Assembly decided on the following:

a) ASEAN request resettlement countries to increase and hasten the intake of the refugees and illegal immigrants from Vietnam, Kampuchea and Laos who have been provided temporary asylum in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and Singapore;

b) ASEAN is determined to continue to act collectively and in union in order to ensure the peace and stability of the ASEAN region;

c) ASEAN reaffirms the right of the Kampuchean people to self-determination and calls upon the Government of Vietnam to respond favorably to world opinion by immediately withdrawing all its forces from Kampuchea;

d) ASEAN further calls upon all countries of the world, directly and/or through the United Nation (UN), to use political, economic and other means to exert greater pressure on Vietnam in order to obtain the Immediate withdrawal of its forces from Kampuchea;

e) ASEAN pledges its firm support and solidarity with the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand and the Thai people in meeting the threat to their security and in the preservation of their independence, national sovereignty and territorial integrity;

f) ASEAN invites all governments and agencies that are willing to offer aid to famine and disease strickened Kampuchean people to channel such aid through the Thai Government in order to ensure that it reaches the starving and suffering civilians; and

g) ASEAN calls on the United Nations to initiate efforts to update the International Convention Regulating the Status of Refugees in the light of the recent developments in South East Asia.

PROMOTION OF THE ROLES OF COMMERCIAL AND

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ASEAN COUNTRIES

IN REGIONAL AND WORLD-WIDE FEDERATIONS

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Resolution No. 3

The Sub-Committee considered the proposal of the Delegation of Thailand and noted that a number of commercial and professional bodies have already confederated on an ASEAN basis. It feels that such associations could play a useful role within the ASEAN region as well as on the larger regional and world-wide framework, in promoting the objectives of ASEAN.

The Sub-Committee therefore submits the following Resolution to the 2^nd General Assembly for adoption:

Noting the useful role of commercial and professional associations in ASEAN in promoting the objectives of ASEAN;

Noting further that a number of such associations have confederated on an ASEAN basis;

Recognizing the impact that such confederations can have on regional and world-wide federations of commerce and the professions in furthering the objectives of ASEAN;

Calls upon other such associations in ASEAN countries which have not already done so to establish ASEAN level confederations and ASEAN Governments to actively support and assist such confederations.

THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN

ASEAN ARBITRATION BOARD

Resolution No. 4

WHEREAS, the Member of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Organization recognize the need for the establishment of an ASEAN Arbitration Boards as proposed by the Philippine Delegation that will take cognizance of controversies arising out of commercial transaction among nationals or citizens of ASEAN nations;

WHEREAS, with the same objective of resolving commercial disputes in the Asian Region, the Asian and African legal Consultative Committee had established a Regional Arbitration Centre in Kuala Lumpur;

WHEREAS, there is a need to study the organization and workings of this Regional Arbitration Centre in Kuala Lumpur in connection with the proposed ASEAN Arbitration Board; Now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by this Second General Assembly of AIPO that the Malaysian Delegation be requested to furnish the Working Committee with the necessary details on the organization and workings of the Regional Arbitration Centre in Kuala Lumpur;

RESOLVED further, that Working Committee be requests to submit its recommendations on the proposed ASEAN Arbitration Board at the next AIPO General Assembly by taking account of the organization and workings of the Regional Arbitration Centre established in Kuala Lumpur.

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