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ASEAN GAMES
The ASEAN Games, also known as the Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), is a multi-sport event held every two years among the Southeast Asian countries. Here are some key points about the ASEAN Games:
Objective: The ASEAN Games aims to promote sports development and foster friendship and solidarity among the member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). It provides a platform for athletes from the region to compete and showcase their talents in various sports.
History: The ASEAN Games was first held in 1959 in Bangkok, Thailand, with participants from Thailand, Burma (now Myanmar), Malaysia, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Since then, the event has been held regularly every two years, with the number of participating countries increasing over time.
Sports: The ASEAN Games features a wide range of sports, including traditional and popular sports in the region as well as Olympic and non-Olympic sports. Common sports include athletics, swimming, basketball, football (soccer), badminton, table tennis, volleyball, and martial arts such as taekwondo and karate.
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