ASEAN Centrality: Regional Stability Through Institutionalism in a Realist World Order

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ASEAN plays a critical role in promoting regional stability amid rising tensions in the South China Sea, acting as a unifying mechanism.
The analysis reveals how ASEAN has maintained peace and stability despite challenges, particularly in the context of US-China rivalry.
Soft power diplomacy from China is threatening regional stability, while ASEAN's institutionalism seeks to protect member states' interests.
Increased militarization in the South China Sea showcases the need for a unified ASEAN response to external pressures and conflicts.

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Analysis demonstrates ASEAN’s role in regional stability in South China Sea disputes, indicating the significance of institutionalism.

Subramanian et al. (2025) studied this question.

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