South+Asia

There are 10 countries in Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Burma, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.). The population in Southeast Asia is more than 10 billion. The common religions in Southeast Asia are Animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism. Southeast Asia have gone through many challenges and wars which have made them stronger and getting a better economy each year.

Southeast Asia 9G

	Includes Myanmar, Vietnam, Cambodia, Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, East Timor, Singapore, Indonesia, and Laos. 	Cultures are very diverse 	Volcanoes, monsoon climate. (tsunami 2004, earthquake 2006) 	Two geographical areas: 	Indochina-southeast Asia 	Malay Archipelago-Maritime Southeast Asia 	Many mountainous regions with low lying agricultural areas. 	Climate of Southeast Asia are very tropical, rainy weather. 80’F 	Little seasonal variation in temperature throughout most of Southeast Asia 	Monsoon usually lasts Nov-March. 	No ****more than 563 million people live in Southeast Asia. =40%of the region’s total population. 	Religions are Muslims, Hinduism, Christianity, and Buddhism. 	National Resources and Agriculture include 	Rice is a important crop. 	Rubber, sugarcane, pineapples, coal, copper, gold.

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Burma •	Largest country in Southeast Asia •	Very diverse population. •	Major role in politics, history and demographics in modern times. •	Strong military •	Culture is based on Theravada Buddhism intertwined with local elements. Laos •	Landlocked country in Southeast Asia •	After the French protectorate, Laos had its independence in 1949 •	Private enterprise increased when economy rapidly increased. However, it is still the lowest country in terms of economy and political freedom. •	Economy grew 7.2% in 2006, 35th fastest in the world Thailand •	Independent country •	Capital is Bangkok. Center of political, commercial, industrial and cultural activities. •	50th largest country •	63 million people. •	Strong Buddhist country •	Known for friendliness, and hospitality. “Land of Smiles” Cambodia •	14 million people with large city, Phnom Pehn •	Powerful Hindu and Buddhist Khmer Empire •	Main industry are garments, tourism, and construction •	2005, oil and natural gas deposits were found Vietnam •	13th populous country in the world, 86 million people •	Was under Chinese control until the 10th century. •	After Vietnam war, ending with a communist victory in 1975 •	Joined World Trade Organization in 2007 and its successful bid to become a non permanent member of the UNSC. Malaysia •	Capital city is Kuala Lumpur •	Population stands over 25 million. •	The country is separated into two nations peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo. Malaysia’s head of state is the Yang di puertsa agong (the King or the                Agong) and the government is headed by a Prime Minister. •	Malaysia is a founding member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and participates in many international organizations such as the UN. -	Malaysia is also a member of the Developing 8countries.

Brunei •	Located on the north coast of the island of Borneo in southeast asia. •	In fact it is separated into two parts by Limbang, which is part of Sarawak •	Brunei regained its independence from the United Kingdom on 1 January 1984.

Singapore •	Singapore is one of the remaining true city-states in the world. It is the smallest nation in Southeast Asia. •	Singapore became independent republic on 9 August 1965. •	Joined UN on September 21 that same year. •	The small nation has foreign exchange reserves of more than US$177 billion. •	Population 4.59 billion. •	Chinese is the majority of the population. •	English is the administrative language of the country.

Indonesia •	Population 222million. •	Indonesia is world’s 4th most populous country and the most populous Muslim majority nation. •	Indonesia is been colonized by Dutch for half a century. •	Indonesia is richly endowed with natural resources. •	Indonesia secured its independence after World War II.

Philippines •	Capital city “Manila.” •	Philippine is the 12th most populous country in the world. •	Its economy is the 46th largest in the world. •	Philippine is considered to be among 17 of the most mega diverse country in the world. •	In 1896, Katipunan led the Philippine revolution that won independence from Spain. •	In 1972 Ferdinand Marcos declared Martial Law. •	Spanish was an official language of the Philippines until 1973, since then two official languages are Tagalog and English. •	Fedinand Magellan died in Philippines in “Pulo ng Mactan”(Mactan Island). •	Fedinand Magellan was killed by “Lapu Lapu”(leader of a tribe) by stabbing him with a poisoned arrow in the leg.