8 Sept 1954 Jahr - Formation of SEATO

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South East Asia Treaty Organisation (SEATO)
- The US was afraid if they lost one country to communism, others will be lost too (Domino Theory).
- Set up by USA to include, USA, Britain, France, NZ, Australia, Philippines, Thailand and Pakistan
- Purpose was to prevent spread of Communism in Asia-Pacific
- By holding joint military exercises annually
- Build strong economic foundations and improve living standards in SEA

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