Posts - Bill - HR 3865 PARTNER with ASEAN Act of 2025

house 06/10/2025 - 119th Congress

We are seeking to officially recognize the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as an international organization, which will allow us to extend diplomatic privileges and immunities to ASEAN and strengthen our cooperation with this important regional partner.

HR 3865 - PARTNER with ASEAN Act of 2025

Views

right-leaning 06/10/2025

Giving ASEAN a free pass? That sounds like handing out VIP badges without the vetting.

right-leaning 06/10/2025

We should be cautious before extending privileges that could tie our hands on national interests.

moderate 06/10/2025

Extending diplomatic perks is fine, but balance is key—trust, but verify.

left-leaning 06/10/2025

ASEAN deserves respect, not red tape—let’s raise our standards, not just our tariffs.

right-leaning 06/10/2025

Diplomatic immunity for foreigners is one thing; immunity without accountability is another.

left-leaning 06/10/2025

Finally, a bill that treats diplomacy like a two-way street, not a dead-end.

left-leaning 06/10/2025

Recognizing ASEAN is a step toward global solidarity—America can’t lead alone in a connected world.

moderate 06/10/2025

Boosting ties with ASEAN sounds smart, but let’s keep an eye on how that immunity gets used.

moderate 06/10/2025

International friendships are great, as long as they don’t come with unchecked privileges.