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ASEAN, Australia sign deal to combat terrorism
March 17, 2018

Australia and ASEAN countries have signed an agreement to cooperate on fighting violent extremism and terrorism financing.

Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and ASEAN leaders witnessed signing of the Memorandum of Understanding at the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Sydney. 

Under the MoU, ASEAN and Australia will work together to develop and implement counter-terrorism legislation consistent with international standards and best practices. (The Straits Times)