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Significance
All but one of the ASEAN governments voted in favour of the resolution; the Philippines abstained. South-east Asian leaders are attempting to walk a difficult line, seeking to maintain good relations with the Trump administration while upholding their longstanding support for a two-state solution regarding Israel and the Palestinians.
Impacts
Opposition to the US announcement on Jerusalem could see further boycotts of US businesses in South-east Asia.
As ASEAN chair, Singapore will discourage a group statement criticising Washington over Jerusalem.
The Jerusalem decision will heighten domestic opposition to any trade deals ASEAN governments may seek with Washington.
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