About this Study Set
This study set covers Digital Diplomacy through
18 practice questions.
This set of questions explores the evolving landscape of digital diplomacy and cross-border internet culture within Southeast Asia, focusing on recent international relations and diplomatic efforts. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
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ASEAN Digital Diplomacy: Navigating Cross-Border Tech, Trade, and Evolving International Relations study set below.
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1
Which landmark agreement, finalized in negotiations in May 2026, aims to harmonize digital trade rules and accelerate ASEAN's transformation into a leading digital economy?
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A
ASEAN Digital Integration Framework (DIF)
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B
ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA)
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C
ASEAN ICT Masterplan 2020
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D
Bandar Seri Begawan Roadmap
2
What is a primary goal of the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) concerning micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)?
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A
To restrict their cross-border operations
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B
To encourage their expansion across borders and integration into regional value chains
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C
To promote localized operations only
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D
To limit their access to digital markets
3
Which two Southeast Asian nations recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoU) to enhance cooperation in cybersecurity, digital inclusion, e-governance, and emerging technologies?
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A
Thailand and Singapore
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B
Malaysia and Indonesia
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C
Philippines and Vietnam
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D
Indonesia and Malaysia
4
In 2023, what percentage of venture capital deals in ASEAN were related to the digital economy, exceeding the global average?
5
Which initiative, launched in 2020, aims to facilitate the growth of regional e-commerce and digital economy through an annual event open to businesses in the region?
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A
ASEAN Smart Cities Network (ASCN)
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B
ASEAN Online Sale Day (AOSD)
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C
ASEAN Digital Masterplan 2025
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D
ASEAN Framework on Personal Data Protection
6
What is the projected value of ASEAN's digital economy by 2030, according to current growth trends and potential DEFA impact?
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A
US$1 trillion
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B
US$2 trillion
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C
US$500 billion
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D
US$1.5 trillion
7
Which framework agreement, adopted in 2016, aims to strengthen the protection of personal data within ASEAN member states?
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A
ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA)
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B
ASEAN Agreement on Electronic Commerce
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C
ASEAN Framework on Personal Data Protection (PDP)
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D
ASEAN Digital Integration Framework and its Action Plan (DIFAP)
8
As of early 2024, which two ASEAN countries are identified as prime beneficiaries of the growing data center investment due to their location advantage and available land/power?
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A
Singapore and Thailand
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B
Malaysia and Indonesia
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C
Vietnam and the Philippines
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D
Brunei and Cambodia
9
Which agreement, initiated in September 2023, is considered the world's first region-wide digital economy agreement aimed at harmonizing digital trade rules?
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A
ASEAN Agreement on Electronic Commerce
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B
ASEAN Digital Integration Framework (DIF)
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C
ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA)
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D
Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity (MPAC)
10
Which two Southeast Asian nations have linked their real-time payment systems (PayNow and PromptPay), being the first in the world to do so?
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A
Malaysia and Indonesia
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B
Philippines and Vietnam
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C
Singapore and Thailand
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D
Vietnam and Thailand
11
What is the projected market size for Vietnam's e-commerce sector by 2030, positioning it as the second-largest in Southeast Asia?
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A
US$25 billion
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B
US$63 billion
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C
US$100 billion
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D
US$40 billion
12
Which ASEAN initiative, launched in 2021, aims to accelerate digital initiatives and deepen regional integration and connectivity during the second half of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Blueprint?
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A
ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA)
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B
ASEAN Digital Connectivity Framework
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C
Bandar Seri Begawan Roadmap: An ASEAN Digital Transformation Agenda
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D
ASEAN ICT Masterplan 2020
13
Which countries are collaborating on a Digital Connectivity and Cybersecurity Partnership (DCCP) with initiatives like Cross-Border Privacy Rules Socialization?
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A
China and ASEAN
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B
Japan and ASEAN
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C
USA and ASEAN
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D
European Union and ASEAN
14
The ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) negotiations began in which year?
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A
2021
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B
2022
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C
2023
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D
2024
15
Which of the following is a key focus area for the digital transformation agreement signed between the Philippines and Vietnam?
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A
Renewable energy infrastructure
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B
Agricultural technology exchange
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C
Digital inclusion, e-government, and emerging technologies
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D
Maritime security and resource management
16
What is the projected growth of ASEAN's digital economy by 2030 if DEFA is effectively implemented, according to some projections?
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A
It is expected to remain around US$1 trillion.
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B
It is expected to double to US$2 trillion.
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C
It is expected to grow to US$5 trillion.
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D
It is expected to decrease by 10%.
17
Which Southeast Asian country is chairing the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) negotiations, with an expected conclusion this year (2025)?
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A
Indonesia
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B
Singapore
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C
Malaysia
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D
Thailand
18
In the context of digital diplomacy in ASEAN, which platforms does ASEAN primarily utilize as a state actor to conduct its digital diplomacy efforts?
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A
Only Twitter and Facebook
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B
Official website and social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
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C
Only official government blogs
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D
YouTube and LinkedIn exclusively
