Southeast Asian perceptions of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue
Subtitle: survey findings
By: Huong Le Thu
Contributors: Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Series: Special report / ASPI; Taqrīr al-istirātījī
Publisher: Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Published: 2018
Place of publication: Barton, ACT
Language: eng
Number of pages: 38
Copyright date: 2018
Subjects: Foreign relations; Diplomatic relations; ASEAN
Notes: "The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)-an informal security framework between Japan, the US, Australia and India-has been facing some perception challenges, including a common view that it antagonises China and challenges ASEAN, and hence would enjoy little regional support. But there has been little empirical data to back such views. This study tested perceptions of the Quad among the Southeast Asian policy and expert communities through a quantitative survey. It collected 276 answers from staff from government agencies, militaries, academia, think tanks, businesses, media and university students from all 10 ASEAN countries. This is the first and so far the only comprehensive study of Southeast Asian perceptions of the Quad. Using original data, it provides an accurate overview of regional sentiments and informs Southeast Asians about the existing gaps between their views. Based on the findings, this report suggests recommendations for Quad members on how to develop the Quad initiative in ways that complement regional cooperation. It also provides recommendations for the ASEAN countries on how they should further engage with the Quad for common benefit." Page [4].

Includes bibliographical references (pages 37-38)

© The Australian Strategic Policy Institute Limited 2018.

In English.