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Since this is a new idea, all like-minded persons from all over the world are invited to participate. The aim is to create similar organizations in all countries of Asia, from Lebanon and Israel in the west to Korea and Japan in the east, and from Mongolia in the north to Indonesia in the south. These organizations will promote the idea behind the AAU (Association for Asian Union) among the people in all segments of society, namely, intellectuals, business people, politicians, people connected with art and culture, students, youth organizations, the media etc. Once we have created a strong public opinion, the governments of Asian countries will have to take notice and the dream will become a reality. The future shape of the Asian Union will be the subject of discussion and debate in various branches. For example, countries like Russia and Turkey are half-Asian and half-European. What should be their position in the Asian Union? Perhaps they can be associate members. Similarly Australia and New Zealand may want to be associated with Asian Union. These and many other issues will require discussion and decision. Major immediate goals will be creation of a Free Trade Area and a Common Market, People to People Contacts in all segments of society mentioned above, Promotion of Religious Harmony among various religions and so on. Financial resources will have to be raised in order to fulfill all plans effectively and fruitfully. Citizens of Asia, resident in Asia, and in the Diaspora, will both have a role. Thus we will need branches even outside Asia where a large number of Asians reside. |
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