ASEAN
Association of Southeast Asian Nations
prevent the spread of communism
to contain communism in southeast Asia
The Straits Settlements were a group of British territories located in Southeast Asia. Originally established in 1826 as part of the territories controlled by the British East India Company.
The Southeast Asia Treaty Organization was primarily created to block further communist gains in Southeast Asia.
Communism
To prevent the spread of communism.
To prevent the spread of Communism into Southeast Asia.
Cambodia and Laos
an alliance aimed at preventing the spread of communism
President Truman feared the spread of Communism to Southeast Asia.
Southeast Asia Treaty Organization and is used to prevent communism from gaining ground.
containment